WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MUSTARD SEED?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MUSTARD SEED?

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Mustard seed arthitis-migraine cure.Mustard seed is a wonderful seed which GOD gave healing power.It is one of the thinnest and smallest seed in the world.Mustard is used to cure many diseases/sickness.
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The French have used mustard seeds as a spice since 800 AD, and it was amongst spices taken by the Spanish on explorations throughout the fifteenth century.


In the Quran, God states that the scales of justice will be established on the Day of Judgment, and no soul will suffer the least injustice. Even the equivalent of a mustard seed will be accounted for because God is the most efficient reckoner.

Jewish texts compare the knowable universe to the size of a mustard seed to demonstrate the world's insignificance and to teach humility.


A seed that is small in size yet persistent in its growth. When it grows it can crack concrete.

Mustard is a word that, for many of us, draws up an image of backyard grilling, hamburgers, and hot dogs.

It, in turn, came from the Old French, mo(u)starde, which is from the Common Romans, mosto. Mosto derives directly from the Latin mustum, from which we get our English term "must" to indicate new wine, or the unfermented juice that is being processed for wine. Originally, the condiment we know as mustard was made by mixing grape juice with mustard powder.

It is believed that mustard was first cultivated in India around 3000BC and came to Britain with the Romans. Although recipes for mustard paste appear as early as 42 AD, the use of mustard as a condiment was not widely practiced in either Greece or Rome.

When it was used, however, diners crushed mustard seed on their plate and mixed it with wine or water to suit their taste. The Romans took the seed to Gaul and, by the ninth century, French monasteries were bringing in considerable income from mustard preparations. By the13th century, mustard was one of the items offered by Parisian sauce-hawkers, who walked the streets at dinner peddling their savory wares.

Where is this mustard powder obtained? Mustard powder is made from crushing the seed of the mustard plant, native to Eurasia. The tiny seeds, perhaps 250,000 per pound, are very pungent.

On their own, they are bitter and biting. There are two main types of mustard seeds: the relatively mild white mustard seed and the extra-strong brown or oriental mustard seed. As a condiment, as we have seen, the seeds are crushed into a powder and mixed with liquids to form a paste.

Today, powdered mustard seed is likely to be mixed with wine, vinegar, beer, or water and various spices, such as tumeric. The leaves of the mustard plant can also be used for food, similar to kale, turnip greens, or spinach. It has been said that there is no part of the mustard plant that cannot be utilized.

Many kinds of prepared mustards can be found on supermarket shelves today, but they all have the same basic ingredients. They range from prepared mild yellow mustard (the hot-dog favorite) to Dijon and Bordeaux mustards which derive their distinct flavors from the French wines they are made with.

There are also hot mustards which are peppery and brown: English, Düsseldorf, German, and Bahamian. American horseradish-mustard is also particularly spicy.

Mustard seed is used in pickling, sausage making, and in boiling vegetables such as cabbage.

This is the mustard seed that yellow prepared mustard is made from. The finest Canadian mustard seeds, these are great in all kinds of meat dishes, for summer sausage, or to create your own mustard.

Mustard is one of the most widely used condiments on the planet. Prized for its oils, mustard plants grow wild in North Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean, and is grown commercially in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States.

During processing, the useful oils are extracted from the mustard plant, leaving mustard seed meal, or MSM, as a byproduct. Scientists are searching for innovative uses for mustard seed meal, hoping to increase profitability for mustard producers.

Several products derived from natural sources are currently used as pest control substances for greenhouse plants.

MSM and other byproducts of the expanding biofuels industry are being studied as solutions for controlling pests while offering the potential to increase profitability of biofuel production.

The use of herbicides in container-grown ornamentals is often limited as a result of the lack of registered products for use in greenhouses and the difficulty in assuring crop safety on numerous species grown in ornamental nurseries.

Mustard is a well known spice that has a long history of medicinal use in stimulating internal and external applications. Externally, the rubefacient action of Mustard Seed causes a mild irritation to the skin, stimulating the circulation in that area, and relieving muscular and skeletal pain. Internally, its stimulating, diaphoretic action promote sweating and can help reduce fevers and relieve symptoms of colds and flu.



History and Uses.
Mustard Seed is widely-cultivated annually that may be found growing wild in many parts of the world. The part of this plant used medicinally is the seed, which is collected when ripe in late summer.

The English word, Mustard, is derived from the Latin words, mustum ardens, meaning "burning must," describing the popular grape wine (mustum) that was mixed with ground mustard seeds. In Medieval Europe, Mustard was one of the most common spices used to flavor the bland diet of the time.

The primary chemical constituents of Mustard Seed include glucosinolates (sinigrin), sinapine, enzyme (myrosin), mucilage, protein and sulphur. When taken internally, the seeds are laxative, mainly because of the mucilage they produce, but only small doses are advised as they may inflame the stomach.

The stimulating, diaphoretic action can also be utilized for fevers, colds and influenza. But this well-known herb has its primary medicinal use as a stimulating external application.

The rubefacient action causes a mild irritation to the skin, stimulating the circulation in that area to relieve muscular and skeletal pain. An infusion or poultice of Mustard will aid in cases of bronchitis and pleurisy, and it is often taken as a tea, or ground and sprinkled into a bath.

There are other Mustard species that can be used interchangeably with White Mustard (Sinapsis alba), and they include Black Mustard (Brassica nigra) and Brown Mustard (Brassica juncea).

NOTE:-If you are chewing mustard seed do not open your mouth so that the gas or drug does not diffuse out of your mouth.For you to be agile,chew regularly or put about five spoons(grounded) in your hot drink or wine.

CAN USE  MUSTARD SEED FOR THE FOLLOWING AILMENT 

• POISON
• EYES PROBLEM(poor sight)
• BRAIN AND HEART DISEASE
• BLOOD PRESSURE AND HYPERTENSION
• COUGH
• CATARRH,
• STOMACH PAINS
• MENSTRUAL PAINS
•  BACKACHE
• FEVER
• MADNESS
• RHEUMATISM
• ARTHRITIS
• ULCER
• ASTHMA
• DIABETES
• FIBROID
• CONVULSION

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Skin Benefits Of Mustard Seeds 

11. Natural scrub: Mustard seeds are a natural scrub. You can add it to either lavender or rose essential oil. Use this mix to scrub your face and exfoliate dead skin.
12. Hydrates skin: Mustard seeds, used with aloe vera gel, can act as a great combination to hydrate your skin. It removes all impurities from your face and nourishes it from within.
13. Slows ageing: Mustard seeds make for a great source of carotene and lutein. It is also a great power house of vitamin A, C and K. Together these nutrients make for an excellent antioxidant.
14. Fights infections: These seeds contain a good amount of sulphur which is known for its anti-fungal properties. They help ward off skin infections.

Hair Benefits Of Mustard Seeds

15. Hair growth: Mustard oil, extracted from mustard seeds, is a good source of Vitamin A. Vitamin A is a great nutrient for hair growth. It is also a great stimulant which leads to faster hair growth.
16. Strengthens hair: Mustard seeds contain protein, calcium, vitamin A and E, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. All of these together strengthen your hair from within. Strengthened hair means lesser hair fall too.
17. Conditions: Mustard seeds contain fatty acids. These are known to condition your hair from deep within. It also gives hair a good shine and bounce.
Other uses

1. Removes Odour: If your jars start to smell like the spices or ingredients you store in them, using mustard seeds can help. Warm a little water and add it to the jar. Also add a little mustard seed paste to the jar and shake it well. Pour it out. You would be surprised how the smell goes away.
2. Relieves Muscle Pains: Stiff muscles or sore and aching muscles can be treated with mustard seeds too. Just soak yourself in a tub of warm water. Now add some mustard seeds powder to the same to relieve pain.
3. Treats Cold: Mustard is often used to relieve congestion caused by bad cough or cold.
4. Treats Back Pain: The extract of mustard seeds is useful in relieving spasms and back pain.
5. Treats Fever: Mustard seeds induce heavy sweating, which is used to lower fever. It helps release the toxins from the body and has been useful in flu and cold too.

How to select mustards seeds

1. Always try and buy organically-grown mustard seeds.
2. Check for manufacturing dates.
3. Check the expiry date.

How to store

1. Always store mustard seeds in a cool place.
2. Store it in an air-tight container so that it is sealed properly.
3. The container must be completely dry.
4. The shelf where you place the container should not be moist.
5. Whole mustard seeds can last up to one year (at least) and powdered or ground ones last as long as six months.

How to use

1. Mustard seeds are largely used for tempering dishes.
2. It is also used in non-vegetarian dishes to enhance the taste of meats and fishes.
3. It can also be used for pickling and in chutneys.
4. Another great way of putting mustard seeds to use is in salad dressings.
5. Brown mustard seeds are used for garnishing, once sautéed in oil a little.
6. Make sure you don’t overcook mustard seeds or their taste may turn bitter.

Interesting facts about mustard seeds

1. Mustard seeds belong to the mustard plant. Mustard plant is a part of cruciferous plant family. This same family of plant includes cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and even cauliflower.
2. Mustard seed is the second most popular spice that is traded around the world.
3. Mustard has been mentioned around 5 times in the Bible. It has once been mentioned as the greatest herb ever.

Recipes using mustard seeds
1. Mustard seeds rice:

• Boil some rice.
• Right before serving, temper a little ghee in a pan, add yellow, white and brown mustard seeds.
• Add some cumin seeds.
• Once they start to splutter, add rice and serve immediately.
• Mustard seeds will add a new flavour to the rice.
• Serve it hot with other vegetables, curry or dal.

2. Mustard seeds dip sauce:

• Add mustard seeds, honey and few other seasonings of your choice together.
• This would make for a pungent yet sweet tasting dip.

3. Cabbage with mustard seeds:

• Chop some cabbage and onions.
• Heat some oil. Sprinkle mustard seeds all over and cover the lid immediately.
• Wait till the seeds settle down and stop spluttering or popping.
• Now add cabbage and onions.
• Heat it on a medium flame.
• Now cook it till the cabbage turns a little tender and add salt to taste.
• Serve it as a crunchy side dish.
• It can also be used as a filling in quesadillas.
• Many people add this to pasta by tossing it along and make it a main dish.
• The next time you use mustard seeds, remember you’re having a plateful of benefits. Hope you can put the information shared through this article to use. Please leave us your comments below. Thank you!

Mustard Seeds USDA Nutrition Chart:

Principle	Nutrient Value	Percentage of RDA
Energy	508 Kcal	25%
Carbohydrates	28.09 g	21%
Protein	26.08 g	46%
Total Fat	36.24 g	121%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Dietary Fiber	12.2 g	32%
Vitamins
Folates	162 µg	40%
Niacin	4.733 mg	30%
Pantothenic acid	0.810 mg	16%
Pyridoxine	0.397 mg	31%
Riboflavin	0.261 mg	20%
Thiamin	0.805 mg	67%
Vitamin A	31 IU	1%
Vitamin C	7.1 mg	12%
Vitamin E-γ	19.82 mg	132%
Vitamin K	5.4 µg	4%
Electrolytes
Sodium	13 mg	1%
Potassium	738 mg	16%
Minerals
Calcium	266 mg	27%
Copper	0.645 mg	71%
Iron	9.21 mg	115%
Magnesium	370 mg	92%
Manganese	2.448 mg	106%
Selenium	208.1 µg	378%
Zinc	6.08 mg	55%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-ß	18 µg	–
Crypto-xanthin-ß	0 µg	–
Lutein-zeaxanthin	508 µg	–

Mustard seeds of weight 11 grams in one serving contain the following nutrients.

• It has 52 calories, 3 grams fat, 1mg sodium, 0mg cholesterol, 2 grams of carbohydras and 3 grams of proteins.

• Apart from this, the dietary value of Calcium, iron, vitamin C, Vitamin A are 65, 6%, 1% and 0% respectively in this quantity.