Essentially, mustard oil is produced by heating the seeds and carries a distinctive pungent taste. It can either be a vegetable oil, essential oil made by distillation or soybean oil. Black mustard, white mustard and brown Indian mustard seeds can be used to procure the oil. Besides being a cooking oil, it is also used as a massage oil. It is bright yellow in color. It is much used as a cooking oil in Bengali cuisine. The pungent aroma transforms into a sweetflavor on cooking.
And with that, here are 7 health benefits of mustard oil:
Mustard oil is rich with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which may help to balance cholesterol levels in the body.
Anti-bacterial
When consumed, mustard oil may fight bacterial infections inside the colon, intestines, urinary tract and other parts of the digestive system.
Antifungal
Applied directly to the skin, mustard oil can help fight fungal infections.
Digestive Aid
Mustard oil boosts the appetite and aids in digestion by stimulating the secretion of gastric juices and bile as well as stimulating the excretion system.
Respiratory Aid
Some research suggests that mustard oil may have positive effects on patients suffering from sinusitis. It may also help soothe the effects of coughs, colds and other respiratory illnesses and irritants.
Insect Repellant
Mustard oil deters insects and may be an effective mosquito repellent, which can be useful in preventing malaria and other disease carried by the insect.
Anti-Inflammatory & Pain Relief
Applied topically, mustard oil has been known to relieve the painful effects of rheumatism and arthritis as well as help soothe sprained ankles and other such joint aches and pains.
Skin Health
The high vitamin E content of mustard oil helps improve skin health. Applied topically it may also help protect the skin from ultraviolet light and other pollutants.
Heart Health
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