What are the medicinal values ​​of mustard?

In people's minds, mustard has always been a condiment for the Japanese. In fact, it originated in China and was introduced to Japan from China. Because mustard can detoxify fish and crabs, Japanese people often eat mustard with seafood. In addition to being a seasoning, mustard also has medicinal value. It has a strong, stimulating and spicy taste that can dispel cold, unblock meridians, reduce swelling and detoxify. It is very effective in treating colds and arthritis. The usage is very simple. When you have a cold and your nose is blocked, you can apply mustard on your chest to clear your nose and help you sleep. Apply mustard directly to arthritis areas to relieve pain.

1. Mustard has a strong spicy taste, which can stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, has the effect of appetizing and can enhance people's appetite.

2. Mustard has a strong detoxification function and can detoxify fish and crabs. Therefore, raw salmon and other fresh foods are often served with mustard.

3. The main component of mustard that makes it pungent is isothiocyanate. This ingredient can not only prevent tooth decay, but also seems to be effective in preventing cancer, preventing blood vessel clots, and assisting in the treatment of asthma.

4. Mustard can also prevent hyperlipidemia, hypertension, heart disease, and reduce blood viscosity.

5. Mustard oil has the effect of beautifying and nourishing the skin. In the beauty industry, mustard oil is a very good massage oil.

Mustard is generally a condiment for raw seafood, and it has a bactericidal effect. The pungent smell of mustard is very irritating. People suffering from gastritis and peptic ulcers should not consume this relatively irritating seasoning. They should pay attention to their diet and protect the health of their stomach. Mustard can also stimulate the secretion of tears, so people with eye inflammation should not eat it.