Dhatelo seed oil from JUAS is made by cold pressing wildcrafted dhatelo seeds. Cold process is a way of extracting oils at low temperature so that all the nutritional and antioxidant properties of the polyunsaturated fatty acids are preserved. Dhatelo, which has the botanical name of Prinsepia utilis Royle from the Rosaceae family, is a deciduous shrub which grows at altitude of 1800 to 3000 meters in central to western parts of Nepal.

This oil has analgesic properties so can be used as treatment for muscular pain, stomach pain, rheumatism, and also as relief for cold and coughs and various skin disorders. Can also be used as a superior hair oil. The oil is an excellent oil based moisturizer for dry and combination skin types.

Over 600 peer reviewed scientific studies has been published on the benefits of black cumin seed oil. From these studies it has been found that cold pressed black seed oil has benefits in fighting cancer, strengthening immune system, restoring hair, improving digestion, and many more. The main active ingredients in black cumin seed oil that promotes health are thymoquinone (TQ), thymohydroquinone (THQ) and thymol. This oil is also rich in omega 3, 6 and 9. The high content of phytosterols found in Black Cumin Oil are also necessary for the human body’s natural ability to produce hormones, vitamin D and bile acid, aiding in the prevention of endocrine disorders.

This oil has been used by the ancient Hindus, Greeks, Romans and Egyptians for more than 5000 years. It was so valued as an elixir, that a vial was found inside King Tut’s tomb for his personal use in the afterlife! High quality cold pressed black cumin seed oil has a very distinct flavor and aroma. To preserve its medicinal properties, it should always be stored in amber glass and should never be cooked.