SPICE OF THE WEEK - MUSTARD SEEDS

SPICE OF THE WEEK 

MUSTARD SEEDS

# Brown Mustard is a spice that was cultivated in Indus Valley Civilization and is one of the important spices used in the Indian Sub continent Today.

# There are 3 varieties of mustard seeds are available: Black Mustard, White Mustard and Brown Mustard.

# Mustard seeds are sold either whole or as a ground powder.

# Mustard Oil, Mustard Sauce and Mustard Powders are available.

#Mustard Seeds should be kept in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place.

# Always roast  the mustard seeds well  when cooking.

 MUSTARD SAUCE

 MUSTARD POWDER

MUSTARD OIL

NUTRITIVE VALUES :

# Mustard seeds are an excellent source of selenium

# A Very good source of Omega-3 Fatty  acids

# Rich in manganese

# A great source of phosphorus, magnesium and copper

# Rich in Vitamin B1

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MUSTARD SEEDS

1. Protects from Gastrointestinal Caner.
2. Helps to control symptoms of Asthma
3. Helps to speeding up metabolism and helps to lose weight
4. Slows down the ageing process
5. Relieves Rheumatoid, arthritis and muscle pain.
6. Lowers cholesterol
7.Stimulates Hair growth
8. Helps to relieve the symptoms of piles and fissures
9. Fights Skin infection
10. Improves immunity