Benefits Of Mustard Seeds

Mustard seeds have been around since almost 5,000 years. They’re known to have numerous benefits since they’re low in calories and high in nutritional value and have a lot of antibacterial and antiseptic qualities. They’re available in different varieties — black mustard, white mustard and brown Indian mustard, in whole as well as in powdered form.

Loaded with vitamins and minerals, mustard seeds are a popular ingredient of Indian and American cuisine. The tiny round seeds were first used in temperate areas of Europe and slowly became popular in the regions of North Africa, Asia, and now the entire world is aware of its benefits. Available in different colours, mustard seeds have a plethora of health benefits and have been used for medicinal purposes for decades

Mustard oil is known to be great for the skin because it generates warmth.  They are rich in a nutrient called selenium, known for its high anti-inflammatory effects.  The high source of magnesium in mustard seeds helps reducing the severity of asthma attacks and certain symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and lowering blood pressure. It is very rich in calcium, manganese, omega 3 fatty acids, iron, zinc, protein and dietary fibre — include them in your diet. Mustard seeds are excellent for digestion because they increase the metabolism rate of your body. They’re also beneficial for menopausal women who have trouble sleeping.