The benefits and harms of mustard for the human body

Mustard Is a well-known seasoning product created with ground mustard seeds diluted in vinegar, water, salt, sugar or vegetable oil. Mustard is in great demand in Russian and German cuisines. Unlike the mustard produced in European countries, the Russian seasoning is distinguished by its strong pungency, while in Europe it is more usual not so spicy, and sometimes almost sweet mustard with various additives.

Mustard is different: with whole seeds, with ground seeds, in the form of a paste, where, in addition to mustard, there is also vinegar, sugar, water and many other components. Someone loves this product, and someone does not, but one way or another it has become widespread in many countries, but not everyone knows about the benefits and dangers of mustard.

Mustard benefits

Mustard is a well-known drug that is effectively used in both folk and official medicine, and has a beneficial effect on the body:

• Improves appetite and helps to lose weight… Due to the fact that mustard breaks down fats and stimulates the digestion of proteins, the body’s metabolism is accelerated and salivation improves. In addition, mustard’s ability to break down fats makes it an excellent choice for body wraps and masks.
• Has antifungal, antioxidant, antimicrobial, enveloping and laxative effect… Microbes living in the stomach are especially afraid of mustard, which reduces the risk of developing various diseases of this organ. These properties of mustard make it an excellent cleanser.
• Strengthens the nervous system… Regular use of mustard seed seasoning normalizes blood flow to the brain, activates its activity, which is manifested by improved memory and intelligence.
• Effective for colds… It is recommended to use mustard seasoning for coughs and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the larynx, as it has an irritating and warming effect, which stimulates blood circulation. Mustard powder can help relieve a long runny nose – you can use it as a foot bath or put it in your socks overnight. In addition, mustard can be made in the form of patches known as “mustard plasters,” which help treat bronchitis, pneumonia, and diseases such as neuritis, rheumatism, sciatica, neuralgia, and gout. Mustard has such properties thanks to sinalbin and sinigrin, which stimulate the discharge of sputum. It is thanks to these components that this seasoning has a pungent taste.
• It is used for cosmetic purposes and helps to get rid of skin diseases… Thanks to vitamin A, mustard powder is included in many shampoos, as it perfectly strengthens hair and eliminates the problem of oily hair.
• An excellent aphrodisiac that enhances the sexual activity of both men and women… Along with ginger, the use of mustard can cure impotence in men and overcome infertility and “suffocation of the uterus” in women.
• Rich in minerals and polyunsaturated fatty acids… Thanks to minerals, mustard improves the condition of blood vessels and heart function, strengthens the skeletal system and maintains the health of nails and hair. The polyunsaturated fatty acids contained in this product remove harmful cholesterol from the body.

Mustard harm

• Has a scalding effect… Excessive consumption of mustard is dangerous because it can provoke skin irritation and burn the mucous membrane of the digestive organs. Mustard is harmful for those groups of people who suffer from gastritis, enterocolitis, stomach ulcers or duodenal ulcers. Overexposure to mustard powder on the skin can cause a burn.
• Causes allergic reactions… This can happen due to individual intolerance to mustard essential oils.

Be that as it may, the harm of mustard is negligible compared to what value it carries for the health of the human body. However, in order to get the most out of mustard, it must be consumed, albeit regularly, but without fanaticism, strictly adhering to the norm.

Nutritional value and chemical composition of mustard

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