Health Benefits

Mustard oil contains good amounts of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (MUFA and PUFA). This also contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These are good fats and reduces the risk of developing ischemic heart disease by 50%. High-quality mustard oil is also known to show hypocholesterolemic (cholesterol-lowering) and hypolipidemic (lipid-lowering) effects. It increases good cholesterol (HDL) levels in the body by reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

You can fight obesity, prevents kidney diseases and hyperthyroidism by sustained use of mustard oil in the diet. This has been confirmed by experts that mustard oil balances the cholesterol level and leads to lowering triglycerides or blood fat levels.

Mustard oil is used both internally and externally. When used externally it is an antifungal agent and when applied to the skin, it may treat both fungal and bacterial infections. When mustard oil is taken in the diet, it can fight bacterial infections in the intestines and digestive tract.

Mustard oil has been used in India for years to massage gum. Mix salt with mustard oil and massage it on gum, this is the natural treatment of periodontal diseases like gum inflammation and also for overall improvement and maintenance of oral hygiene. Also, you don’t need to spend huge money on money on teeth whitening strips or treatments to whiten your teeth, if you use mustard oil. Make a paste of ½ teaspoon of mustard oil, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Rub this mixture on your teeth and gums twice a day to promote healthy teeth and provide relief from gingivitis and periodontitis.

Mustard oil has amazing skin benefits. Mustard oil is rich in vitamins A, B complex, and E – all of which promote anti-aging and healthy skin. The high amount of vitamin E in this oil protects your skin from the harmful UV rays and environmental toxins. It also prevents dryness and itching. Massaging mustard oil on your face regularly can significantly reduce tan, dark spots, and skin pigmentation. Mustard oil protects skin against pollution and reduces wrinkles. So now you got to know that mustard oil is not less than any expensive cosmetic or skin cream.

Mustard oil promotes hair growth, prevents hair fall, and reduces greying, Regular hair massages with mustard oil keep the scalp nourished and improves hair growth by increasing blood circulation in the scalp. Mustard oil is enriched with protein and omega-3 fatty acids both of which play a major role in hair nourishment and growth. Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, it prevents hair loss and thus ensures healthy hair growth and keeps hair free from dandruff and itching. Mustard oil is packed with essential vitamins and minerals and its regular use helps prevents premature greying of hair.

Mustard oil contains a rich amount of omega-3 fatty acids which act as an anti-inflammatory and work well to ease joint stiffness and pain due to arthritis, sprains, rheumatism, and aches. It has selenium in the oil that reduces the inflammation induced by asthma and joint pain by massaging. The blood flow increases and circulation throughout the body as a result of regular massage with mustard oil. And it gives relief from arthritis and joint aches.

When you have a massage of mustard oil it increases the blood circulation which benefits the body and improves the flow of oxygen-rich blood flow to the vital organs. This helps in relieving pain and relaxes the stressed and stiffed muscle. With mustard oil's massage, skin also gets nourishment and it works as a natural stress reliever.

Unlike other oils, mustard oil is free from carbohydrates and cholesterol and rich in MUFA i.e. monosaturated fats which is good fat. It is also a good source of alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, an essential omega-3 fatty acid. It is mustard oil’s polyunsaturated content that the body cannot make and to be fulfilled by food intake only.

Mustard oil strengthen red blood membrane structure by reducing the cholesterol level. This was based on a study published in the “European Journal of Nutrition” December 2010 issue. The study was conducted on the laboratory animals and was observed that red blood cell membranes were weaker in the animals with high cholesterol levels. But with the use of mustard oil the cholesterol level were reduced and thus improved the strength of red blood cell membranes by changing the fatty acid composition of the membranes to a more polyunsaturated form.

It has been proved over time that mustard oil has strong cancer-fighting properties. Since it contains enough amount of linolenic acid, which when converted to Omega-3 fatty acid, aids to prevent colon and stomach cancers. One of the studies conducted by South Dakota University on the efficacy of mustard, corn and fish oils on rats suffered by colon cancer. To their surprise, it was the mustard oil that was found most effective in preventing colon cancer.

Asthma is a very common disease these days with no permanent cure. Mustard oil can be used to treat this disease. It has shown great results in treating asthma. Prepare a mixture of 1 tablespoon of mustard oil with 1 teaspoon of camphor and rub it on your chest for relief. Or Massage brown mustard oil on your chest during an asthma attack to increase the airflow to the lungs.

Mustard oil has been used to prevent and cure a cold and cough since ages due to its pungent nature. It has the healing property that clears up the congestion in the respiratory tract. It gives amazing results when its heated and some garlic is added and when the temperature goes down massage on the chest and back. It is equally useful for kids as well. One more way to use mustard oil for treating cold and cough is to add caraway seeds and a few spoon of mustard oil to boiling water and inhale the steam. It has the ability to clear the phlegm congested in the respiratory tract.

Mustard oil improves your appetite by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices in your stomach. Due to the stimulation you feel hungry and increases your appetite. This acts as a mood enhancer, since you are well fed and a well fed gut is a happy one. It improves your digestion and enhances your appetite and as a result boost your mood and overall health.

Mustard oil can also be used in vaporisers and fumigants for driving away the insects. Insects and other small animals stay away from this oil. Hence, mustard oil acts like an insect repellent as well.

People often complain about cracked and chapped lips and nothing works for them. Than mustard oil is the remedy for the same. You just apply a few drops of mustard oil on your belly button every night before sleep and you will see the difference. You will have soft and pink lips forever.