Evaluation of the therapeutic potential and safety of Al Hayat black cumin seed oil: an observational study

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the therapeutic potential and safety of the use of Al Hayat black cumin seed oil. Descriptive and discrete statistical methods and frequency analysis were applied. There were 20 participants in total aged between 11 and 67 years, both men and women. The participants were divided into three subgroups, each receiving different doses of black cumin oil: 10 mg/kg, 20 mg/kg, and 30 mg/kg, respectively. Such parameters as general blood count, liver enzyme activities (aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase), creatinine, and serum iron levels were analysed. A dose of 10 mg/kg was found to have no significant therapeutic or adverse effect. A dosage of 20 mg/kg demonstrated positive effects on platelet, immune cell, and creatinine values with no significant side effects. A dose of 30 mg/kg is not recommended for use due to the high risk of adverse reactions. The author also found no significant differences in the therapeutic effects and adverse reactions to black cumin oil that could be related to the gender or age of the participants.