Greetings friends and community of steemit. This time I want to talk about mustard and its benefits, since the topic came up during a conversation and in particular I did not know that mustard seeds are used to improve blood circulation and respiratory ailments. Investigating the subject, we will talk a little about it, hoping that this post will be very useful for all.
Mustard grains are small round seeds of various mustard plants, their size varies from 1 or 2 mm in diameters. Its color ranges from yellowish white to black, and are species used in the kitchen for the preparation of many dishes.
Properties and benefits of mustard
Mustard has many natural properties, especially thanks to the minerals it provides, which are:
Potassium, beneficial for the nervous system as well as for digestion and muscles.
Phosphorus, vital for the functioning of the kidneys and the heart.
Calcium, very important for the health of bones and teeth.
Vitamin A, which promotes the development and growth of hair. It contains iron and fatty acids, used to control dandruff.
Vitamin C, which gives antioxidant and protective properties of the eyes, skin and respiratory system.
Rich in mucilages, which help to act naturally against constipation thanks to acting as a natural laxative.
Mustard helps treat hypotension naturally. Consuming mustard seeds with warm water increases blood pressure and stimulates blood circulation.
The mustard plant has anti-inflammatory properties.
White and black mustard seeds are used in respiratory treatments with cataplasms.
Mustard baths are recommended to treat headaches and flu.