Herbal Medicine in the Middle East

One of the most widely used plants in Middle Eastern herbalism is the black seed, known in Arabic as “Habbah al-Barakah,” or “the blessed seed.” It is praised for its broad healing potential, said to “cure everything but death.” Modern studies have confirmed some of its properties, such as its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. The combination of tradition and scientific validation has given black seed oil renewed popularity both within the region and globally.