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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 11 MIN

Episode 20 - "Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) - Food First, Medicine Second"

from The Slow Kitchen Podcast · host Cat Dillon

🌿 5 Key Takeaways• Black seed (Nigella Sativa) supports inflammation, immune, and metabolic health• Contains thymoquinone (key active compound)• May support blood sugar, cardiovascular, and respiratory health• Use food-first vs relying only on supplements• ½–1 tsp daily, used consistentlyWant some nigella recipes?? Click here for ideas!  📚 ResourcesBlack seed and osteoarthritisBlack seed research in dermatologyCardiovascular + inflammation (CRP)Nigella and Post-COVID🛒 Amazon👉 Black Cumin: The Magical Egyptian Herb for Allergies, Asthma, Skin Conditions, and Immune Disorders👉 Black seed (whole)👉 Black seed oil👉 Mortar and Pestle for grinding seeds💛 Work With CatIf eating has started to feel complicated or stressful, Cat helps midlife women rebuild a calmer, more trusting relationship with food and their bodies.🎧 NEW SELF-PACED PROGRAM:  Join the 30-Day Carb Clarity: Protein-First Menopause Plate Mastery  🌿 Join the Mood & Metabolism Collective:   Learn more & join hereInside you’ll find:Quick, blood-sugar-steady recipesDrag-and-drop meal planner with smart grocery lists (Instacart included)Monthly cooking classesCalm community space to build a grounded relationship with foodMore Resources for You:Bone Health Blindspots Guide: A clear, grounded look at what’s often missing in the conversation around bone loss, midlife metabolism, and stress.👉 https://catdillon.com/BoneHealthBlindSpots💌 Inner Wisdom Eating Guided Reset👉 https://catdillon.com/InnerWisdomEatingGuidedReset❓ Quiz: How Much of a Mindful Eater Are You?👉 https://catdillon.com/MindfulEaterQuiz🍳 10 Craving-Busting Breakfasts👉 https://catdillon.com/CraveBustingBreakfasts 📄 10 Best Blood Sugar Hacks for Women 40+👉 https://catdillon.com/10BloodSugarHacksConnect with Me:Instagram: https://instagram.com/catdillonrhn/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatDillonRHN/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catdillonrhn/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@catdillonrhn

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🌿 5 Key Takeaways • Black seed (Nigella Sativa) supports inflammation, immune, and metabolic health • Contains thymoquinone (key active compound) • May support blood sugar, cardiovascular, and respiratory health • Use food-first vs relying only on supplements • ½–1 tsp daily, used consistently Want some nigella recipes?? Click here for ideas! 📚 Resources Black seed and osteoarthritisBlack seed research in dermatologyCardiovascular + inflammation (CRP)Nigella and Post-COVID 🛒 Amazon ...

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