Black Cumin (Nigella sativa L.): A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry, Health Benefits, Molecular Pharmacology, and Safety

Author:

Hannan Md. AbdulORCID,Rahman Md. AtaurORCID,Sohag Abdullah Al MamunORCID,Uddin Md. JamalORCID,Dash RajuORCID,Sikder Mahmudul Hasan,Rahman Md. SaidurORCID,Timalsina BinodORCID,Munni Yeasmin AkterORCID,Sarker Partha ProtimORCID,Alam MahboobORCID,Mohibbullah Md.ORCID,Haque Md. Nazmul,Jahan IsratORCID,Hossain Md. Tahmeed,Afrin Tania,Rahman Md. MahbuburORCID,Tahjib-Ul-Arif Md.ORCID,Mitra Sarmistha,Oktaviani Diyah FatimahORCID,Khan Md KawsarORCID,Choi Ho Jin,Moon Il SooORCID,Kim BongleeORCID

Abstract

Mounting evidence support the potential benefits of functional foods or nutraceuticals for human health and diseases. Black cumin (Nigella sativa L.), a highly valued nutraceutical herb with a wide array of health benefits, has attracted growing interest from health-conscious individuals, the scientific community, and pharmaceutical industries. The pleiotropic pharmacological effects of black cumin, and its main bioactive component thymoquinone (TQ), have been manifested by their ability to attenuate oxidative stress and inflammation, and to promote immunity, cell survival, and energy metabolism, which underlie diverse health benefits, including protection against metabolic, cardiovascular, digestive, hepatic, renal, respiratory, reproductive, and neurological disorders, cancer, and so on. Furthermore, black cumin acts as an antidote, mitigating various toxicities and drug-induced side effects. Despite significant advances in pharmacological benefits, this miracle herb and its active components are still far from their clinical application. This review begins with highlighting the research trends in black cumin and revisiting phytochemical profiles. Subsequently, pharmacological attributes and health benefits of black cumin and TQ are critically reviewed. We overview molecular pharmacology to gain insight into the underlying mechanism of health benefits. Issues related to pharmacokinetic herb–drug interactions, drug delivery, and safety are also addressed. Identifying knowledge gaps, our current effort will direct future research to advance potential applications of black cumin and TQ in health and diseases.

Funder

National Research Foundation of Korea

Publisher

MDPI AG

Subject

Food Science,Nutrition and Dietetics

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