Benefits of mustard seeds

Mustard seeds have been around for over 5,000 years. They’re known to have numerous benefits, as they’re low in calories and high in nutritional value, and have a lot of anti-bacterial 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.

Mustard oil is known to be great for the skin because it generates warmth.

Mustard seeds are rich in a nutrient called selenium, known for its high anti-inflammatory effects.

The high source of magnesium in mustard seeds helps reduce the severity of asthma attacks and certain symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and lowering blood pressure.

Suffer from migraine? Mustard seeds are known to help reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.

Mustard seeds are very rich in calcium, manganese, omega 3 fatty acids, iron, zinc, protein and dietary fibre — include them in your diet.

For people who suffer from a bad appetite, here’s something that will be really helpful. Mix a few black mustard seeds with milk and have it 15 to 20 minutes before your meal.

Mustard seeds are excellent for digestion because they increase the metabolic rate of the body.
The seeds are also beneficial for menopausal women who have trouble sleeping.