BLACK SEED OIL BENEFITS FOR MEN
UPDATED JULY 15, 2020

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Men and women are equally self-conscious about their physical appearances. However, men care more about their physique, and a strong muscular, healthy body manifests their vigor and esteem. Even at an old age, men desire to have well-toned muscles, dense hair, and fertility characteristics.

These features associated with men's health are related to the normal concentration of testosterone in bodily fluids and fertility characteristics, including sperm production, motility, viability, and numbers. It is essential to mention here that various manly features are associated with the balanced production of multiple hormones inside men’s bodies.

Certain chronic illnesses and mainly aging reduces the production of biomolecules associated with vitality and vigor among men. Under such circumstances, a harmless dietary ingredient or the traditional way of regaining bodily strength is considered the best choice to continue having strong muscles, avoiding hair loss, and reducing fatigue and irritability besides depressive syndrome.

Although an article entitled “The use of Nigella sativa as a single agent in the treatment of male infertility," though sounds quite overarching. However, several other scientific studies strongly support the well-articulated title of this article as the Nigella sativa is one of the safest ways to elevate/maintain men’s strength and vitality [1].

Scientific evidence suggests this can be accomplished in a variety of ways like enhancing testosterone levels, reducing oxidative stress that damages fertility parameters, and rectifying metabolic environment contributing towards a better quality of life [2].
How does black seed oil solve male health-related issues?

For better understanding related to the benefits of Nigella sativa in men’s health, it is essential to have an elaborate discussion based on scientific data. However, a brief extract is as below:

 
Male infertility

According to a research article published in 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 60 to 80 million couples were globally suffering from infertility.
Importantly, across the world, the rate of fertility reduction among males younger than 30 years increased by almost 15 percent. The primary factors contributing towards male infertility are insufficient semen production, poor semen quality, immature sperm, lower sperm count and decreased sperm motility, and defective sperm morphology [3].

Spermatozoa are highly susceptible to oxidative stress due to limited anti-oxidative defense mechanisms and induce male infertility. Higher oxidative stress causes DNA damage of sperm, RNA telomeres, and transcripts. These etiologies also influence male infertility [4].

Hyperlipidemia is another pathological condition among male individuals associated with impaired semen quality. The situation in which gonads are unable to produce testosterone and other male sex hormones is known as hypogonadism. However, according to the research evidence, certain dietary supplements can increase the testosterone levels and improve spermatogenesis and semen parameters by regulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis functioning. This mechanism of action supports the treatment of male infertility [5].

Black Seed Cures the Causes of Infertility
As discussed above, to control male infertility and bring back rejuvenation and vitality, three major aspects are 1) Normal production of healthy spermatozoa, 2) Reduction in oxidative stress, and 3) Overcoming obesity. Fortunately, scientific studies have elaborately confirmed that Nigella sativa enhances testosterone levels leading to the normal production of sperms, reduce oxidative stress, and control obesity the three underlying causes associated with male’s quality of life and health problems.

Black seed oil can improve the production and secretion of several reproductive hormones. The alkaloids and phenol bioactive compounds present in the black seed can be immensely beneficial in male individuals' reproductive activities.  Animal research studies revealed that the use of black seed oil could enhance the serum testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and Luteinizing hormone (LH).

The researchers believe that black seed oil improves the serum testosterone level by modulating enzyme action. This further manipulates the metabolic functioning in a positive sense to enhance steroid secretion in the testis. The increased level of testosterone and FSH in testis cause spermatogenesis, enhance sperm quality by inducing sperm maturation, and improve sperm motility [1]. An increase in serum testosterone levels ultimately enhances male libido.

Black seed oil is a rich source of Thymoquinone and unsaturated fatty acids and has a potent antioxidant property. The bioactive constituents of black seed enhance antioxidant defense in the spermatozoa and improve male fertility parameters.  The use of black seed oil can repair oxidative stress-induced DNA damage, and other changes occur in spermatozoa due to its antioxidant property [6].

Thymoquinone present in Black seed oil provides a protective effect on testicular toxicity [7]. Black seed oil also acts against hyperlipidemia, and further improves the semen parameters.

The deficiency of testosterone causes loss of lean body mass. However, there is no research evidence present, but administering black seed oil is expected to improve the testosterone level in the blood serum and build body mass.

Additional Scientific Evidence Supporting the Benefits of Nigella Sativa in Male’s Health
•    An animal research study showed significant improvement in spermatogenesis after the administration of black seed oil [1].
•    A human study reported 5ml of black seed oil treatment for two months could improve abnormal semen quality in infertile men without providing any adverse effects [8].
•    An animal study reported that black seed oil supplementation with substantial antioxidant property could remove the oxidative stress that induces impaired epididymal sperm characters [9].

Direction for usage
 
Experts suggest that oral administration of black seed oil 2.5 ml twice a day for two months helps treat male infertility by improving semen quality [8].

Elevation of mood

Stress often causes a feeling of low spirit and fatigue, which also a major cause of the decrease in sex drive. Black seed oil stimulates stored energy and elevates mood. This effect also provides general well-being and improves the sexual urge.

Research evidence
An animal study showed that Thymoquinone present in Black seed oil has a potent anxiolytic effect and effective in decreasing stress-related fatigue, anxiety [10].

Recommended Usage of Nigella sativa for Controlling Mode Disorders/Depression among Males
One teaspoon Black seed oil twice a day provides a good result.  The pungent taste of black seed oil is not very acceptable by all. Therefore, the experts suggest the intake of black seed oil with honey or bee propolis mask the taste [11].

Male-pattern baldness
Male-pattern baldness, clinically known as androgenic alopecia, can be an outcome of decreased serum testosterone level. Both Hippocrates and Aristotle reported a link between testosterone and baldness.

Later, clinical researchers find out serum testosterone improves hair growth. The enhancement of 5-alpha-reductase activity is associated with the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, thus reducing testosterone levels resulting in androgenic alopecia [12]. Experts also explained that the enhanced level of dihydrotestosterone causes the hair follicle's shrinkage, so the essential nutrients are unable to reach in the hair roots—resultant of this increase hair fall [13].

Black Seed Oil Control Male-Pattern Baldness by Normalizing Testosterone Levels

Black seed oil treatment increases free serum testosterone levels, thus improving testosterone-deficit induced male-pattern baldness [14]. Importantly, the potent antioxidant property of black seed oil strengthens the hair follicle and support hair growth. A research conducted in the western countries reported that application of black seed oil in hairs provide a catalytic effect on hair follicle replenishment and prevents baldness [15].

Research evidence
A small-scale clinical research study showed that 76% of hair fall gets controlled within 15 days of black seed oil application on the scalp [16].

Usage Direction of Black Seeds Oil for Controlling Male Pattern Baldness
•    Apply black seed oil on the scalp with gentle massage and leave it for one hour to get completely absorbed into the hair follicles. There is no harm if the oil is left for a longer time; however, wash it after some time. This will result in controlling hair fall [15].
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