Mustard: benefits and harms to the body

Contents

History of appearance in nutrition
The composition and calorie content of mustard
The benefits of mustard
Harm mustard
The use of mustard in medicine
Cooking application
- Chicken with mustard
- Baked potato with mustard
How to choose and store
- Storage conditions
Popular questions and answers

Why is hot seasoning useful, and to whom can it harm? Together with an expert, we tell you everything you need to know about the benefits and harms of mustard for the body

Mustard belongs to the Cabbage family, and Rome is considered its homeland. In cooking, it is used as a seasoning: there are more than a dozen varieties of mustard that can be found in dishes of almost all countries of the world. Mustard oil is produced from the plant. The seeds are used in pharmaceuticals and medicine.

History of appearance in nutrition

Mustard is one of the oldest spices; food has been cooked with it since ancient times both in Europe and in China. The historical homeland of mustard is considered to be the Roman Empire. Initially, instead of vinegar and water, grape juice was added to the crushed mustard. As well as cumin, oregano, dill, coriander, honey and vegetable oil.

Hippocrates practiced therapeutic mustard baths for colds and viral diseases. Alexander the Great fed mustard to his soldiers so that they would be “hotter” in battle.

Today, mustard is an integral part of European and cuisine. Germans and French, for example, prefer less spicy mustard, almost sweet.

The composition and calorie content of mustard

Caloric content for 100 grams	162 kcal
Proteins	5,7 g
Fats	6,4 g
Carbohydrates	22,0 g

The benefits of mustard

Mustard is rich in proteins, organic acids, starch. The vitamins of group B, vitamins A, E, D contained in it have a positive effect on the body from the inside and outside. The same vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, it prevents premature aging and is responsible for the elasticity and firmness of the skin (1).

Potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus strengthen the cardiovascular and nervous systems. Mustard normalizes the level of cholesterol in the blood, protects the body from free radicals. For example, white mustard is useful for vascular sclerosis and diseases of the liver and gallbladder. It is recommended for hypertensive patients.

Black mustard relieves the pain of rheumatism. It is rich in potassium. Sarepta mustard – carotene, vitamin C, calcium and iron. Helps with colds and inflammatory processes in the joints.

The benefits of mustard for men

Mustard is a good source of flavonoids (natural dyes, antioxidants). Most of all it contains indole and sulforaphane. These substances are important for the prevention of tumors: for example, prostate cancer. In addition to flavonoids, there are other antioxidants in the composition that allow you to keep muscles in good shape, allowing you to recover faster after exertion and accumulate energy.

The benefits of mustard for women

Due to its high antioxidant content, mustard helps protect against free radicals, which means it can reduce the risk of cancer, particularly ovarian cancer (2).

Mustard leaves contain a large amount of folic acid. It is important during pregnancy: the vitamin is necessary for the harmonious development of the fetus. With regular use of mustard leaves, the likelihood of a neural tube defect in a baby in the womb is significantly reduced. Mustard can be included in the diet of those who suffer from iron deficiency anemia. 100 g of the plant contains more than 2 g of iron. Mustard is also useful during menopause: a magnesium-calcium pair does an excellent job with the development of diseases such as osteoporosis and dysmenorrhea.

The benefits of mustard for children

Due to the high content of vitamins and minerals, mustard is good for children. It is also used to treat colds: for example, they put mustard plasters for ARVI or flu. Or add, as a seasoning, to the diet of the baby.

In childhood, it is important to monitor the development of the musculoskeletal system. Mustard is rich in selenium, and it, like calcium, is actively involved in increasing the strength of bones, teeth, and the formation of hair structure.

If a child is often sick, mustard can help his immune system. It protects against the effects of carcinogens on the body. It is important to remember that up to 6-7 years old mustard should be given with caution. On an ongoing basis, introduce it into the diet already at an older age, after 12 years.

Harm mustard

Mustard may have an individual intolerance. Seasoning is contraindicated for people with gastritis, high acidity of the stomach, ulcers, duodenal ulcers.

With caution, it should be used by those who have been diagnosed with kidney disease or suspected pneumonia.

Mustard is useful in small amounts. If there is a lot of it, then irritation of the mucous membranes, walls of the stomach and digestive tract may appear.

The use of mustard in medicine

The essential oils contained in mustard stimulate digestion, heat well and speed up the movement of blood (3). They have a warming, bactericidal effect.

Mustard is a great antioxidant. It contains vitamin C, beta-carotene, which support immunity, protect against negative environmental influences, and support the visual functions of our body.

– Mustard contains omega-3 and omega-6, linoleic acid. They protect against the development of atherosclerosis, strengthen the cardiovascular system. Suppresses putrefactive microflora. It is useful for people suffering from flatulence, and for those who do not digest heavy food well. Mustard breaks down protein and aids in digestion. Chromium is a micronutrient that helps insulin transport glucose into cells. Prevents insulin resistance, which is one of the causes of excess weight. Mustard also has contraindications. In Europe, mustard is poured with cold water, and it becomes sweet. It is softer, it has fewer contraindications than our mustard. Our mustard has a clear irritating effect: it should not be abused for gastritis, colitis, ulcers, kidney problems. The daily norm for a healthy person is one or two teaspoons, so as not to cause an exacerbation, – said nutritionist Elena Solomatina, candidate of medical sciences.

Cooking application

Spicy mustard is used in the preparation of chicken, turkey, veal and fish. Its main property during heat treatment is that it prevents the leakage of meat juice. At the same time, it makes the dish spicy, and the taste is rich.

Mustard is also used as an independent seasoning with bread, sausages and sausages. Seasoning is added to various sauces and marinades.

Chicken with mustard

Poultry meat is juicy and spicy in taste. Mustard and lots of spices give the chicken a sweet and spicy flavor. Almost all ingredients are used by eye, so it depends on the cook how much to add pepper, honey or mustard. Chicken can be served with potatoes, vegetables or salads

Chicken	1 piece.
Salt	to taste
Pepper black ground	to taste
Ground cinnamon	to taste
Mustard	to taste
Honey	to taste

Rinse and dry the chicken thoroughly. In a separate bowl, mix honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Rub the chicken with this mixture inside and out. Hide the rest in the formed pockets. Wrap the chicken in foil and bake for 30-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees.

Baked potato with mustard

A variant of the unusual serving of the traditional baked potato. The dish turns out unusually tender and rich. Mustard gives a sweet taste. Use new potatoes for cooking

Potatoes	1,5 kg
Olive oil	2 Art. spoons
Mustard	0,5 glasses
Butter	2 Art. spoons
Garlic	3 denticles
Lemon juice	2 Art. spoons
Oregano	1 Art. a spoon
Coarse salt	1 hours. Spoon
Lemon Peel	1 hours. Spoon

Make a sauce of mustard, olive oil, butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, lemon zest, and salt. Slice the potatoes and mix well with the sauce. Sprinkle the mass with pepper and salt. Bake potatoes in the oven. Cooking time – 20 minutes.

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How to choose and store

When choosing mustard, study its composition. A quality product does not contain flavorings and preservatives. Chemical additives should alert you.

Acceptable additives are water, vinegar, vegetable oil, sugar, salt, natural preservative and spices.

Give preference to mustard in a glass jar. First, through the glass you will be able to see the color and consistency of the mustard. Secondly, such containers retain the aroma of mustard and its spicy taste longer. Don’t forget to pay attention to the expiration date.

Storage conditions

Keep mustard in the refrigerator at a temperature not exceeding 5 degrees Celsius. The average shelf life is 60 days after opening. If mustard is stored at room temperature, then the shelf life is reduced to 10 days.