The benefits of mustard oil for the body are many , it is extracted from mustard seeds ( black, brown and white) and has a reddish brown color, it is commonly used in northern and eastern India for centuries, it has a lot of health benefits, where it is used as a cold remedy, enhance immunity, hair growth, nourish the skin, it is rich in vitamin D and :
1. Good source of monounsaturated fatty acids MUFA
Mustard oil is important because it is rich in MUFA, as our bodies need oil in a ratio of 3:1 i.e. three parts polyunsaturated fatty acids and one part saturated fatty acids.
MUFA is very essential for health, it is good for the heart, lightens the skin, grows hair, protects against premature graying, and many more according to experts.
2. Protects heart health
According to a study conducted by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, includes the inclusion of mustard oil in the diet, and proved to be beneficial to the heart, being a rich source of MUFA, which lowers bad cholesterol in the body, and so keeps the blood fat level under control, and helps in distribution.
The study also found that using alpha-linolenic acid-rich mustard oil is associated with a lower risk of IHD ( ischemic heart disease or ischemic heart disease) than using sunflower oil.
3. Nails and cracked feet
Many suffer from exposure to cracking of the heels and feet during the winter and monsoon, but can say goodbye to it using a thick mixture of melted wax with an equal amount of mustard oil, apply on heels before going to sleep wear cotton socks and heels are softer.
Nails can also be greased with mustard oil, it is better than almond or coconut oil in it, it supplies the origin of the nail with fat to become more able to absorb nutrients.
4. Protects against injuries
Owns mustard oil properties anti-bacterial, fungus others, it can be used externally as internally, which helps in many ways to resist infections, including infections of the digestive system.
5. Helps distribute blood
According to experts, the use of mustard oil in body massage improves blood circulation, skin texture and calms convulsive nerves, it also activates sweat glands and thus helps accelerate the expulsion of toxins from the body, and also acts as a natural antiseptic.
6. For skin
Mustard oil contains vitamin E and is an essential skin nutrient, so when applied to the skin it contributes to hiding fine lines and wrinkles, acts as a sunscreen.
Traditionally, in India, massage of the newborn by, reported recent studies that the path of mustard oil should be in limited quantities, so as not to become harmful and cause allergic reactions, with Avoid use on the face, those with oily skin, use for people with sensitive skin.
It is also mentioned that mustard oil helps to remove dark spots when used as a mask with other ingredients, and can be used in an equal amount with coconut oil, to improve skin tone.
7. Calms cough and cold
Mustard oil is a very ancient ingredient for treating cold and cough, due to its thermal properties that help purify the respiratory tract. Special pockets.
Can be painted chest with a teaspoon of mustard oil before bedtime and let him do his magic. Or prepare a mixture of a tablespoon of it with 2-3 cloves of garlic and grease the feet with it.
8. Promotes hair growth
If it is believed that coconut oil is the only oil for hair massage in India, you should look at the practices in northern or eastern India where every house there uses mustard oil to lengthen hair because of its great properties in this area. It contains excellent beta-carotene for hair growth when massaging the scalp and also protects it from various injuries due to its antibacterial properties, and also activates blood circulation.
To reduce hair loss, can be painted your scalp with mustard or edit a paste of oil seeds and leave them on people all night.