Mustard oil has been around for thousands of years, and perhaps it’s no wonder that we are just now starting to realize the benefits of this natural gem. This is a comprehensive look at what mustard oil does for your body, the different properties it contains which make it unique from other oils, and ways you can use this versatile product. Mustard Oil comes from the seeds of a mustard plant. The seeds are crushed and the oil is extracted. The seed itself is quite difficult to crush, so to release the oil, heat is usually applied to help speed up the pressing process. The seeds are pressed and heated for about 30 minutes for smaller batches and about an hour for larger batches. Mustard oil looks very similar to a salad dressing or mayonnaise-type substance. It’s thick, creamy, and yellowish. At room temperature mustard oil will have a solid consistency, but if it’s heated slightly it will liquefy and turn into a thin liquid-like substance easily poured from its glass container.
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Mustard oil is used for many different purposes. For example, some people just like to use it as a salad dressing. The oil can also be used as a substitute for cooking oils, to make salad dressings, and even in a salad dressing or mayo-like sauce on sandwiches. Mustard oil contains Vitamin A, and Vitamin A has beneficial effects on the overall health of your skin. This vitamin helps promote healthy cell growth and aids in the protection of new skin cells from dehydration and harmful sunlight rays (UV rays).
Health Benefits Of Mustard Oil:
1) Haircare: A few drops of mustard oil on your palms and rubbing them into your scalp at bedtime can help prevent hair loss and promote healthy hair growth.
2) Healthy Immune System: Your immune system will be strengthened with the regular use of mustard oil. Also, it is a great addition to a person’s daily diet during cold and flu season as it helps to strengthen the immune system.
3) Prevention Of Heart Disease: The high vitamin A content in mustard oil will help prevent heart disease by helping protect your arteries from inflammation. Also, Vitamin A does the same thing for women (that it does for men).
4) Boosts Immunity: Mustard oil also has antiviral and antibacterial properties. A healthy balanced diet along with a regular intake of mustard oil will help boost your immune system and keep it healthy for the rest of the year.
5) Weight Loss: Mustard oil is high in calories and calories are the enemy of a healthy weight loss program. However, cooking with mustard oil can help lose weight as it can help cut down on daily snacking or bingeing on unhealthy high-calorie foods.
6) Reduces High Blood Pressure: Regular and daily intake of mustard oil helps reduce high blood pressure.
7) Skin Moisturizer: Keep your skin hydrated, healthy, and moisturized by using a little bit of mustard oil. It makes an excellent moisturizing solution and is good for your skin in general.
8) Prevents Wrinkles: Moisturising with mustard oil helps to prevent wrinkles. Have a glass of warm water with one tablespoon of mustard oil 3 times per day to do this.
9) Belly Button Lint: People with belly button lint usually have a more visible belly button. If you have a visible belly button, follow the same steps as mentioned above and you will be able to get rid of it.
10) Heart Disease Prevention: Regular intake of mustard oil helps prevent atherosclerosis and is also beneficial in reducing blood pressure.
11) Cancer Prevention: Regular intake of mustard oil helps prevent colon cancer even if there are no other signs of colon cancer in your body.
How And Why Should You Apply Mustard Oil On Hair?
The hair can be washed with mustard oil a day or 2 after a haircut. Then use the leftover solution to apply to the roots of your hair and firmly massage into your scalp for at least 10 minutes. Leave it on overnight as it will do its magic. The following day wash the hair with regular shampoo to remove the excess oil that can clog your pores, then condition the hair as usual. There are many different types of mustard oils available in stores, but depending on what kind you buy or what is available near you, they may have different properties. You’ll know if it’s an anti-dandruff product when there’s an ingredient like zinc sulfate listed on the label. Sometimes it’s recommended that you use it daily, while other times it’s recommended only once or twice a week. So you should ask the store clerk where they recommend that you apply it to your hair. It has a thick consistency like mayo and is yellowish but contains no water. When hot pressed, mustard oil has a consistency like normal cooking oil. However, when it cools down, it liquefies into a thin liquid-like substance easily poured from its glass container.
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DIY Recipes Of Essential Oil For Health Benefits:
Recipe 1: Hair Oil Mix
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp of mustard oil,
- 1 tsp of vitamin E oil, and
- 20 drops of essential oils
Procedure:
- Mix the sandalwood and mustard oil, let it come to room temperature, and then store it in a glass container that comes with a lid.
- Use 2-3 times per day on your face especially if you have dry skin.
- You may add other essential oils such as tea tree, geranium, and sandalwood to your liking.
Recipe 3: Mustard Oil For Nose Mix
Ingredients:
- 4 tsp of mustard oil,
- 2 tsp of mullein oil,
- 5 drops of Tea tree oil, and
- 5 drops of lemon essential oils.
Ingredients For Solution:
- 6 tbsp of water, and
- 1 tbsp baking soda.
Procedure:
- Mix the mustard oil with mullein and tea tree oils, let it come to room temperature, and then store it in a glass container that comes with a lid.
- Use your nose as directed by your doctor to unclog the pores. Use it every day.
For solution: Mix pure water with baking soda together directly under your nose at the same time you clean your teeth in the morning or night before going to bed.
FAQs
1) What are the precautions for using mustard oil for the skin?
1) Not recommended to be used during pregnancy
2) It should not be used if you suffer from hypertension or high blood pressure.
3) If you are allergic to mustard oil, do not use it. If skin irritation occurs while using it, stop using it and consult a doctor immediately.
2) What are the precautions for using mustard oil for hair?
1) Not recommended for infants and children under the age of 2 years old.
2) Make sure to shake the bottle well before each use. Shake well before applying on hair and scalp and make sure that there is no skin contact when applying to the scalp. Do not consume in any way shape or form (even if diluted).
3) If you suffer from cancer, make sure to consult with a doctor before using.
