Does Nigella Sativa help with mood?
Possibly — but there are few reports. 80% of 15 people who reported on Nigella Sativa for mood say it improved. 0% noticed no change and 20% say it got worse.
Mood: what users report
80%better15 reports · few reports
12 better0 no change3 worse
What people say about Nigella Sativa and mood
“NS has been the most effective anti-anxiety/mood supplement for me. It also does wonders for my inflammation, digestion & sleep.”
“I experience a large reduction in stress/anxiety and negative thoughts, my chronic inflammation and digestion issues are hugely improved, and my mood is significantly boosted.”
“nigella sativa is one of the very few where I felt immediate effects and continue to get benefits from it six months later”
“I use it for allergy issues and it works great. Noticed bad moods consistently after consuming it so I stopped”
What the research says
AResearch: Strong67 meta-analyses · 86 trials on PubMed
None of the top reviews we found look specifically at mood. See all research on Nigella Sativa.
Side effects people mention
stomach issues 4abdominal pain 1pancreatitis 1cramping 1drowsiness 1
What else is Nigella Sativa used for?
Based on few reports — treat as anecdotal. Information only — not medical advice. How we count