{"product_id":"nigella-glycetract-1-2-optimalrx","title":"Nigella Glycetract 1:2 (OptimalRx)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNigella sativa.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso known as black seed, Nigella is a panacea herb with broad clinical potential. It has shown an ability to \u003cstrong\u003efight cell damage and inflammation, strengthen the immune system\u003c\/strong\u003e and protect the body from various chronic diseases including \u003cstrong\u003etype 2 diabetes \u003c\/strong\u003e(by improving blood sugar levels),\u003cstrong\u003e heart disease \u003c\/strong\u003e(by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure),\u003cstrong\u003e metabolic syndrome and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may also enhance \u003cstrong\u003ebrain function and male fertility, fight bacteria, viruses (including COVID-19), fungi and yeasts,\u003c\/strong\u003e protect against \u003cstrong\u003eliver damage, enhance kidney function\u003c\/strong\u003e, benefit \u003cstrong\u003eHashimoto’s disease and addiction\u003c\/strong\u003e, assist \u003cstrong\u003ePMS and menopause\u003c\/strong\u003e and treat \u003cstrong\u003estomach ulcers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eTraditional Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eUsed for over a thousand years in Unani, Middle Eastern, and Ayurvedic systems for cough, dyspnea, digestive weakness, allergies, skin eruptions, convalescence, and general vitality; historically referred to as a “cure for many ailments” and prized for respiratory and immune strengthening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigestive stimulant, carminative, anthelmintic, gastroprotective, hepatoprotective, emmenagogue, galactagogue, hypoglycaemic, diuretic, hypolipidaemic, antihypertensive, anticoagulant, diaphoretic, expectorant, anti-asthmatic, antiallergic, antimicrobial (antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral), antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic, immune modulator, anticarcinogenic, analgesic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•    Allergies, allergic rhinitis, asthma, fever, colds, bronchitis, coughs, chest congestion\u003cbr\u003e•    Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity, low thyroid function\u003cbr\u003e•    High cholesterol, hypertension\u003cbr\u003e•    Reducing the symptoms of opioid withdrawal\u003cbr\u003e•    Gastrointestinal problems such as dyspepsia, poor appetite, flatulent colic, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal infections, Crohn’s disease, intestinal worms, poor liver function, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease\u003cbr\u003e•    Dysmenorrhoea, menopause\u003cbr\u003e•    Polycystic ovarian syndrome, male infertility, breast milk production\u003cbr\u003e•    Externally for eczema and swollen joints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEnergetics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarming, oily, bitter, aromatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse in Pregnancy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNigella is likely to be safe when taken in usual dietary amounts however the safety of larger doses has not been scientifically evaluated so medicinal doses are contraindicated. It has traditionally been used as an emmenagogue and it is suggested that large doses should be avoided in women trying to conceive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaution is advised in patients with immune disorders although dietary intake appears safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrug Interactions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaution is advised with anticoagulant\/antiplatelet drugs due to theoretical additive effects. Caution advised with immunosuppressant drugs due to a theoretical decreased drug effect. While it may not be clinically significant monitor with analgesics, anticonvulsants, antidiabetic, antihypertensive and central nervous system depressant drugs due theoretical additive effects. The combination may be beneficial with antineoplastic drugs, cisplatin and doxorubicin however medical supervision is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDietary Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubstitutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerilla, Graviola, Pomegranate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OptimalRx","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45503000543428,"sku":"Nigella sativa (Organic)","price":0.21,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/9374\/5348\/files\/OptimalRxNigellaGlycetract_1in2_500ml_media-01.jpg?v=1765350285","url":"https:\/\/innerbloomdispensary.com.au\/products\/nigella-glycetract-1-2-optimalrx","provider":"Inner Bloom Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}