Properties and use of mustard oil

Mustard has a centuries -old history of cultivation and application. In many corners of the world, not only its spicy properties in cooking are used, but also healing qualities. Mustard came to our fields from China along with Pros and Flax, which at that time were imported from Asia. In the summer, in our open spaces you can find the flowering fields of mustard, which amaze with bright yellow flowering and the honey aroma of flowers.

Ripe mustard seeds are used in cooking, they are used to prepare marinads, sauces, spices. If you ground the dried mustard seeds, a yellowish powder is obtained. Mustard powder is used in cooking, folk medicine and cosmetology. It has remarkable warming properties, because it is not without reason in the ancient Indian language that the mustard has the name "warming".

Mustard oil: properties

Another unique product is made from mustard seeds - mustard oil. Squeeze him with cold pressing. In this method of manufacturing, raw materials are heated to a temperature of not higher than 50 degrees. This method can be called the best way to manufacture vegetable oil, it allows you to save trace elements, vitamins and fatty acids in the finished product. Currently, medicine considers most of the cold spin oils a finished medicine, provided that it is prepared from high -quality raw materials and is used in small doses.

In appearance, mustard oil practically does not differ from sunflower, it is a slightly yellowish oily liquid with a unique saturated smell and a unique spicy taste. Mustard oil is resistant to oxidation, which increases its shelf life.

Mustard oil: vitamins

This product contains vitamins A, B3, B4, B6, K, E, D, P.

1. Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant, so our health directly depends on it. Vitamin A or retinol is necessary for a person for proper metabolism, for the full operation of the immune system, for a good appearance of skin and hair. Being a strong antioxidant, Vitamin A does not allow the development of cancer tumors. The disadvantage of vitamin A is instantly reflected in the condition of the skin, it becomes dry and tightened, wrinkles and peeling appear.
2. Vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid is indispensable for the full functioning of the heart and the circulatory system, it reduces the level of cholesterol in the blood. Vitamin B3 has a slight sedative effect, so with sudden insomnia, it is sometimes enough to take a course of group B vitamins, and the dream is normalized.
3. Vitamin B4 or choline is necessary for brain cells. Our intelligence directly depends on whether we received such a vitamin in the womb in sufficient quantities or not. Throughout life, mental abilities are developing, and by old age they can fade away if the brain is not supplied with a holin in abundance.
4. Vitamin B6 is sometimes called an antidepressant, it helps the production of serotonin, a hormone of joy. Mustard oil serves as a kind of replacement of animal products, for those who do not use them for any reason. But we must not forget that vitamin B should enter the body every day.
5. Vitamin K is necessary for a full blood coagulation. He participates in the production of blood platelets.
6. Vitamin E is a powerful natural antioxidant, important for the beauty and health of beautiful ladies. It slows down the aging process in the body, stimulates immunity, serves as the prevention of diabetes, is involved in the synthesis of hormones. In order not to buy vitamin E in a pharmacy for elasticity and youth of the skin, it is enough to add 2-3 tsp to your menu. mustard oil per day.
7. Vitamin D is so necessary for a person that his intake in the body should be everyday. It helps to cope with depression and mental stress.
8. Vitamin P participates in the activation of the process of bile formation, regulates the release of hormones with the adrenal glands, and reduces blood pressure.

Mustard oil: biologically active substances

Fragrant mustard oil is saturated with phytosterols. These are hormones of plant origin, which have a beneficial effect on the entire human body. They make up for the missing hormones that are not produced in the body for any reason. You can replenish the balance of hormones and synthetic drugs, but plant hormones act more gently, naturally and practically no contraindications.

Mustard oil contains substances belonging to the Omega-3 acid group, which normalize fat metabolism in the body, strengthen immunity, regulate the balance of hormones. Modern medicine is considered an acid omega very important for human health. They have the ability to prevent oncological diseases, prevent the formation of cholesterol plaques and blood condensation. Basically, we can get an omega of acid from seafood, as well as natural oils: mustard, rapeseed and linen. Mustard oil contains other beneficial substances of plant origin:

1. Fitoncides. These are biologically active substances that have antibacterial and antifungal effects.
2. Chlorophyll. This substance can be called concentrated solar energy, chlorophyll provides intracellular metabolism.
3. Sinigrin. This is glycoside, which gives mustard a specific aroma and burning. It is its action that we experience on our skin when using mustard.

Mustard oil: beneficial properties

Thanks to such a unique composition, mustard oil is very widely used in medicine. In 2006, the Ministry of Health of Russia even introduced this oil into the list of products recommended by people with heart and vessel diseases. It is used in the complex treatment in the recovery period after strokes, as well as a preventive agent for increased cholesterol and blood sugar.

Mustard oil cleanses blood vessels of cholesterol plaques, dissolving them, and makes vessels with elastic vessels. This helps to improve the functioning of the heart and normalize blood pressure. The vitamins of group B present in oil and chlorophyll improve the composition of the blood, normalizing the content of hemoglobin in it. Mustard oil helps with blood diseases: anemia and reduced coagulation.

Mustard grain oil is shown to people with digestive problems. It activates the bile secretion, thereby accelerating metabolism and helping the production of digestive enzymes. The oil gently cleanses the liver by improving the functioning of the gallbladder, so it is recommended to be included in the menu with reduced extraction of bile, fatty liver and poor digestion.

Mustard oil is used to expel parasites from the human body. Such a healing feature of the oil is provided by the phytoncides and essential oils contained in it. In folk medicine, you can find recipes with mustard oil, for patients with opisthorchiasis and aposcaris.

The antiseptic properties of mustard oil are used to treat skin diseases. External oil is also used for the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system. It improves local blood circulation, warms up, relieves swelling and soreness. Mustard seed oil is part of ointments and rubbing with rheumatoid pain, arthrosis, osteochondrosis, myosite.

Huge benefits of mustard oil and in the treatment of diseases of the intimate sphere. Moreover, this product is equally useful for both men and women. Microelements and vitamins of mustard oil activate the production of a male body of high -quality sperm. Therefore, substances obtained from mustard oil are part of pharmacological preparations intended for the treatment and prevention of prostatitis and sexual disorders.

Women who have difficulties with conception and gestation are recommended to include natural mustard oil in the diet. It contains substances that positively affect the reproductive system. The essential content of vitamin E in it allows you to recommend it to be nursing mothers to improve lactation.

Phytosterols available in oil are replacing natural female hormones in the period when the female body begins to work with malfunctions. During this period, mustard seed oil can have a therapeutic and preventive effect. The oil will replenish the balance of hormones with natural components and prevent the occurrence of a formidable disease - osteoporosis. To do this, just replace the sunflower oil in the diet with mustard. They can be filled with salads or added when extinguishing vegetables.

Vegetable oil from mustard grains is recommended as an addition in the diet of patients with diabetes and obesity.

Mustard oil in cosmetology

The skin “loves” mustard oil, so gratitude with gratitude to any cosmetic procedures with this wonderful product. With the external use of mustard oil, all beneficial substances act directly on the skin, soften, nourish and rejuvenate it. Mustard grains are part of the hair masks for hair care. The use of this component allows you to get rid of hair loss, improve their appearance and structure. The bactericidal properties of oil help to overcome such scalp diseases as seborrhea, eczema, lichen, fungal diseases.

The mitigating and nutritious effect of mustard oil is also used for massage. It is recommended to do a massage with a mustard oil with a course of 5-7 procedures.

Paste for inflamed skin

To 1 tbsp. Add 2 drops of lavender essential oil. With a warm mixture, soak gauze flap, folded in 2-3 layers. Apply to face for 15-20 minutes. The mask relieves skin inflammation, has a bactericidal effect.

Baths for dry skin care

Heat a small amount of mustard oil to 30-40 degrees. Keep brushes in heat oil for 10-15 minutes. Baths use 2-3 times a week. With brittle nails, add 2-3 drops of iodine to the oil. After the bath, get the skin, do not wash with soap.

Hair mask

To stimulate hair growth, mustard oil is used in combination with mustard powder. This composition warms the scalp, activates processes in hair follicles and enhances hair growth. The mask will need:

•   1 tbsp. mustard powder;
•   1 tbsp. mustard oils;
•   1 egg yolk;
•   1 tbsp. warm water.

Preparation: pour the powder into warm water and mix, add whipped yolk and mustard oil to the resulting gruel. Apply a mixture of warm to the scalp according to the parting. Wrap your head, wait 20-30 minutes. If you feel a burning sensation that is not able to endure, wash off the composition earlier. Wash your hair and dry. Apply once a week.

  Mustard oil: contraindications

With all its remarkable properties, the oil of mustard grains also has several contraindications. The oil is contraindicated:

•   in diseases of the stomach with high acidity;
•   with enterocolitis;
•   With inflammatory diseases of the stomach and intestines.

People with heart diseases before the use of mustard oil will need to consult your doctor, and all the others during the preventive use of this product should be guided by their well -being. Sometimes for the production of mustard oil, mustard subspecies are used, which negatively affect health. Therefore, when buying mustard oil, pay attention to GOST. The oil prepared according to the requirements of GOST does not contain harmful impurities, and you can hope for the quality of the product.

Mustard oil: how to take

For medicinal purposes, mustard oil is used for 1 tsp. 3 times a day. The course of admission is 2-3 weeks.

For preventive purposes, mustard oil is easiest to add to the diet. It can be used in its purest form, or mixed with other vegetable oil, and from such a composition there will only be benefits. The mixture of oils will be better stored due to the content of mustard oil in it, and the taste will become richer and brighter.

In our cooking, mustard oil is not popular, perhaps this situation will change over time, because the product is very healthy, tasty and affordable. Its taste harmonizes with fresh vegetables, so oil can be used as part of various kinds of refueling and sauces. In the eastern kitchen, mustard seed oil is traditionally used for frying and stewing, it does not oxidize when frying, does not give bitterness, does not smoke when heated.

Properties and the use of mustard oil. Video

The famous TV presenter Elena Malysheva talks about the properties of mustard oil.