In Unani literature, Kalonji is used as a Muhallil-e-warm (Anti-inflammatory) which may help to reduce joints and muscular pain. Due to its property, Muqawwi-e-meda (Stomachic) Kalonji oil is associated with relieving stomach pain, and cramps, reducing gas and incidence of gastric problems as well.

Indications and Dosage of Hamdard Kalonji Oil

• Kalonji oil prevents hair loss: Massage your head with lime juice and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash it with herbal shampoo. Now, use Kalonji oil when the hair gets dry. Continue it for 15 days to get positive results. The problem of baldness can also be solved if a paste of Kalonji oil (10 gms), olive oil (30 gms) and Mehendi powder (30 gms) is prepared and used over the head
• Kalonji oil for Pimples removal: Mix kalonji oil (1/2 tsp) in the sweet lime juice (1 cup), and apply the mixture on the face in the morning as well as at night. It helps in glowing skin and prevents pimples, acne, blemishes and any other black spots. White or black spots can also be prevented when the mix of vinegar (1 cup) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp) are applied in the morning and before going to bed
• Kalonji oil for Memory increase: It is suggested that to increase brain power and concentration, one has to take mint leaves (10 grams), and boil them with water followed by adding ½ tsp of Kalonji oil. Take the mixture for 20-25 days for twice a day to get positive results
• Kalonji oil to ease headache: To ease headache, rub Kalonji oil on the forehead and also recommended to rub it near the ears. ½ tsp of Kalonji oil can also be drunk twice a day to soothe headaches. Taking Kalonji oil on a regular basis is also helpful in curing migraine
• Kalonji oil for Asthma treatment: For the treatment of asthma and respiratory problems, it is suggested to take a mixture of warm water (1 cup), honey (1 tsp) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp). Take this mixture in the morning as well as in the evening. The above said ingredients are also beneficial in the treatment of cough and allergy
• Kalonji oil for a Healthy Heart: A mixture of Kalonji oil and goat milk helps for a healthy heart and prevention of heart attack. The mixture should be in the proportion: goat milk (1 cup) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp). The mixture should be continued for a week
• Kalonji oil to cure joint pain: The mixture of Kalonji oil (½ tsp), vinegar (1 cup) and honey (2 tsp) is applied over the joints twice a day. It is good to relieve joint pain. When the mix of dry fig (2 in no.), Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and milk (1 cup) are taken once a day, helps in the treatment of joint pains, neck and back pain
• Kalonji oil for Eyesight and Vision: Kalonji oil is extremely beneficial for eye-related diseases such as eye redness, blurring vision, and watering of eyes. The mixture of Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and carrot juice is helpful in case of eye diseases when taken twice a day
• Kalonji oil for abnormal cell growth prevention: A mixture is prepared with Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and grape juice (1 cup). The mixture should be taken thrice a day to have positive results
• Kalonji oil for Healthy kidney: Kalonji oil prevents calculi formation in the kidney. For this, it is suggested to take a mix of Kalonji oil (½ tsp), warm water (1 cup), and honey (2 tsp). The mixture should be taken twice a day. To relieve the kidney, a mixture of kalonji and honey should be taken. Make a mixture of kalonji (250 grams) and honey (1 cup). Take 2 tsp of the mixture along with half a cup of water to get a positive result
• Kalonji oil for Teeth strengthening: Kalonji oil is beneficial in the treatment of dental diseases such as premature falling of teeth, gum swelling, bleeding, etc. To avoid these problems, one has to take a mix of Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and curd (1 cup). Use this mixture twice a day for better results. Tooth pain and swelling of gums can also be prevented by rinsing the mixture of Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and vinegar (1 tsp), thrice a day for one week Soaked cotton with Kalonji oil may be kept in the affected area while going before going to bed, helps to cure toothache and also prevent cavities
• Kalonji oil for cough and cold: Kalonji oil is good in curing cough and cold. The mix of Kalonji oil (½ tsp), warm water (1 cup) and honey (2 tsp), when taken twice a day helps in the prevention of cough and cold
• Kalonji oil for Weight loss and weight management: To a certain extent, weight loss can be achieved by taking the mix of Kalonji oil (½ tsp), honey (2 tsp), mixed with lukewarm water. The mix can be taken thrice a day
• Kalonji oil for Glowing face and beauty: The mix of olive oil (50 grams) and Kalonji oil (50 grams) is prepared. Take ½tsp of the mixture before breakfast. It will help you give glowing skin. Continue it for one week to get freshness and beauty
• Kalonji oil for Acidity and hyper-acidity: Acidity and gas formation can be prevented when the mix of ginger juice (1 tsp), and Kalonji oil (½ tsp) is taken along with salt and water
• Kalonji oil for Piles treatment: Piles are quite common problems these days due to faulty lifestyles and wrong dietary patterns. Piles can be prevented by applying a mix of vinegar (1 tsp) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp) on the affected area thrice a day. The mix of mehendi leaves (50 grams), olive oil (250 grams) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp) is prepared after boiling. Apply the paste when it gets cool on the affected area to have a better result. To ease constipation, take the mixture of Kalonji oil (½ tsp) along with one cup of decoction black tea, twice a day
• Kalonji oil for burning micturition: To solve the problem of urine deficiency and burning sensation in urine, it is suggested to make a mixture of milk (½litre), Kalonji oil (½ tsp) and honey (1 tsp). Take this mixture twice a day and continue for one week
• Kalonji oil for Stomach pain: Kalonji oil plays an important role in minimising the impact of stomach pain. To relieve stomach pain, it is suggested to take a mixture of Kalonji oil (½ tsp), a little amount of black salt, and warm water (½ glass). Drink the mixture twice or thrice for better results. Chest irritation and stomach trouble can be solved by taking a mix of Kalonji oil (½ tsp) along with a cup of milk. This mixture should be taken twice a day and continued for one week
• Kalonji oil for low hearing: Kalonji oil is extremely beneficial in improving hearing. Heat the kalonji oil for a few minutes thereby making it cool. Now, pour two drops of kalonji oil into the ear to solve the problem of low hearing, pus flow from the ear, ear ache and other ear diseases
• Kalonji oil for Cracked foot: Make a mixture of sweet lime juice (1 glass) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp). Apply this mixture twice a day in the morning as well as before going to bed to have a good result. It is beneficial to solve the problem of cracked hands and cracked feet
• Kalonji oil for Vomiting: Boil the mixture of coriander (1 tsp) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp). On getting cooler, use mint leaves before taking them. Take the ingredients thrice a day to solve the problem of nausea or vomiting
• Kalonji oil for Body energy: To re-vital the body, to remove tiredness and laziness, it is suggested to take a mix of orange juice (1 glass) and Kalonji oil (½ tsp). It will help to remove in-activeness and make your body energetic

Precautions to be taken while using Hamdard Kalonji Oil

People with hot temperament may find it difficult to use this oil.

• Because it can induce menstruation, it is not ideal for patients with heavy periods, short menstrual cycle.
• Best to avoid this during pregnancy.Can be taken in limited quantities in children and lactating mothers.
• Because it can lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels, people with low blood pressure and diabetes medications need to take precautions.

Possible Side Effects of Hamdard Kalonji Oil

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