Neuro-nutritional approach to neuropathic pain

Neuropathic pain, inflammation and melatonin as supportive strategies Neuropathic pain represents one of the most challenging conditions to treat in clinical practice. It is caused by a lesion or dysfunction of the peripheral or central somatosensory system and manifests with persistent symptoms such as burning sensations, electric shocks, allodynia and hyperalgesia. These characteristics make neuropathic…

Black Cumin: Sleep and Stress

Study on Black Cumin Extract: Benefits on Sleep and Stress Nigella sativa (black cumin or black seed) is popularly known as the blessed seed in Arab medical tradition. Although not widely recommended for sleep, an exclusive extract of black cumin has shown utility in treating stress and sleep disorders. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aimed…