Description

Black Seed Oil – Cold-Pressed Extra Virgin Nigella Sativa | Produced in Mostar

Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) is one of the most historically celebrated botanical oils in the world. Referenced in ancient Egyptian texts, mentioned in Hadith — the recorded traditions of the Prophet Muhammad — and documented across centuries of use from the Middle East to Central Asia and the Mediterranean, Nigella sativa has earned a singular place in the history of traditional plant medicine.

Dr Gabriel’s® brings this ancient botanical to the modern AT/DE health supplement market in the form of a premium cold-pressed extra virgin oil. From raw seed to sealed bottle, every step is carried out under direct quality oversight and independent laboratory verification. This is not a commodity oil — it is a traceable, artisan-quality product with full chain-of-custody from source to shelf.

What Is Extra Virgin Cold-Pressed Black Seed Oil — And Why Does It Matter?

Not all black seed oils are equal. The quality classification of Nigella sativa oil depends critically on how it is processed:

• Cold-pressed: no heat is applied during extraction — heat degrades thymoquinone, volatile aromatic compounds and heat-sensitive fatty acids
• Extra virgin: first-press oil with the highest purity, lowest free fatty acid content, and maximum retention of active compounds
• Unrefined: no bleaching, deodorising or chemical solvent extraction — the oil is presented as nature produced it

Dr Gabriel’s® Black Seed Oil meets all three criteria — cold-pressed, extra virgin, unrefined. This is the oil in its most biologically complete and nutritionally intact form.

Nutritional & Chemical Profile

Supported Body Functions — Compliant Claims

The following functional statements are consistent with EU Regulation 1924/2006, traditional use evidence frameworks, and the body of published scientific literature on Nigella sativa and its key constituents:

• Provides natural antioxidant support — thymoquinone and polyphenolic compounds contribute to cellular protection against oxidative stress
• Supports normal immune system function — traditionally used and subject of extensive research in the context of immune defence
• Contributes to normal lipid metabolism — Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids play a role in maintaining healthy blood lipid profiles as part of a balanced diet
• Supports normal digestive comfort — traditionally used for gastrointestinal wellbeing across multiple cultural traditions
• Rich in B vitamins (B1, B2, B9) — contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and reduction of fatigue
• Traditional use: Nigella sativa has a documented multi-century history of use in Islamic, Ayurvedic and Mediterranean traditional medicine systems for general vitality and wellbeing

Who Is This Product For?

• Health-conscious adults seeking a premium, traceable botanical oil for daily nutritional support
• Individuals with a cultural or traditional familiarity with Nigella sativa — particularly the Bosnian, Turkish, Arabic and South Asian diaspora communities in AT/DE
• Adults interested in natural antioxidant and immune support without pharmaceutical interventions
• Consumers seeking full product transparency — from production origin to laboratory-verified composition
• Individuals following plant-based, vegan or clean-label nutritional approaches

Dosage & Usage Guidelines

Shake well before each use. The characteristic strong aroma and taste of Nigella sativa is natural and indicates an unrefined, additive-free product. A lemon- and orange-flavoured variant is also available for those who prefer a milder taste profile.

Once opened: use within 3 months. Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated after opening for optimal freshness.

FAQ 

What is Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) used for?

Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) is a traditional botanical oil used for centuries across the Middle East, Central Asia and the Mediterranean for general wellbeing, immune support and digestive comfort. Modern research has focused on thymoquinone — its primary active compound — in relation to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is consumed as a daily food supplement, typically 1 tablespoon before meals.

What does ‘cold-pressed extra virgin’ mean for Black Seed Oil?

Cold-pressed means no heat is used during oil extraction — preserving thymoquinone, essential fatty acids and heat-sensitive nutrients. Extra virgin indicates first-press oil of the highest purity and lowest free fatty acid content. Together, these terms identify an unrefined, additive-free oil in its most nutritionally complete form — unlike refined or solvent-extracted black seed oils.

How do you take Black Seed Oil — taste and dosage?

The standard adult protocol is 1 tablespoon (15ml) taken 1–3 times daily before or with meals. Nigella sativa oil has a characteristically strong, slightly bitter and spicy taste due to its natural thymoquinone content — this is a sign of an authentic, unrefined oil. For those who find the taste intense, Dr Gabriel’s® also offers a lemon and orange flavoured variant. Always shake well before use.

Is Dr Gabriel’s Black Seed Oil really made in Bosnia?

Yes. Dr Gabriel’s® Black Seed Oil is produced entirely in our own cold-pressing facility in Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina — from raw seed sourcing to bottling. The oil undergoes independent quality analysis by the Federalni Agromediteranski Zavod Mostar (Analytical Report 134/11). Most black seed oils sold in Europe are imported as bulk oil and repackaged — ours is manufactured from scratch in-house.

Who should not take Black Seed Oil?

Black Seed Oil is not suitable for: pregnant or breastfeeding women; individuals who have received organ transplants; people with autoimmune conditions; individuals with a known allergy to Nigella sativa or related plants. If you take prescription medications — particularly blood thinners or immunosuppressants — consult a healthcare professional before use. Not recommended for children under 6 years of age without paediatric guidance.