Overview
Thymoquinone for immune and metabolic health.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Thymoquinone is antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
- · Thymoquinone is antioxidant
- · anti-inflammatory
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) modulates innate and adaptive immune responses, including cytokine signaling and barrier function.
Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) supports endothelial function, lipid profile, or blood-pressure regulation in cardiovascular trials.
Evidence-based benefits
Improves glucose and lipids
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Autoimmune disease (theoretical immune activation)
- ·Immunosuppressants
Supplement interactions
- Vitamin D3 + K2Foundational immune modulation.
- ZincRequired cofactor for innate and adaptive immune function.
- Omega-3Anti-inflammatory cardiovascular synergy.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Nigella sativa meta-analysis
Sahebkar A, et al.
17 RCTs
Improved glycemic and lipid profiles.
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