Effect of Black Cumin Seed Oil Supplementation on Cortisol, Stress and Mood (NCT06950424)
Effect of Black Cumin Seed Oil on Cortisol, Stress and Quality of Life in Healthy Moderately-Stressed Adults
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The primary objective of this study will be to collect data to support the role of black cumin seed oil, also known as black seed oil (BSO), in moderating the stress response, including objective markers of stress (cortisol/DHEA) as well as subjective measures (mood/stress/sleep/beauty). The primary outcomes will be salivary cortisol, subjective stress, and psychological vigor. Subjects will be recruited from among the clients of the Certified Mental Wellness Coaches (CMWCs) that have passed the digital badge course via Marietta College (https://www.credly.com/org/marietta-college/badge/certified-mental-wellness-coach-cmwc-online). If volunteers meet the inclusion/exclusion criteria, they will review/sign the Informed Consent Form (ICF - attached) before any Baseline measurements are collected. Because BSO is already known to deliver a wide range of potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, and immune-modulating effects - we expect to observe improvements on both subjective psychological and objective biochemical measures. Our primary outcome measures will be salivary cortisol and psychological mood state (POMS, including tension, mood, irritability, focus, fatigue, vigor and well-being).
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: 3 Waves Wellness — Plymouth, Massachusetts
Age range: 18 Years to 80 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- 3 Waves Wellness — Plymouth, Massachusetts
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.