Mustard Oil
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Mustard Oil

Mustard oil (sarson ka tel) is extracted from mustard seeds (black, brown, and white), and is reddish brown or amber in color. It has been commonly used in Pakistan since ancient times and comes with a bevy of health benefits.
It is believed to have miraculous properties and therefore is used as a remedy to treat colds, boost immunity, encourage hair growth, and provide nourishment to skin (especially in the case of babies who are massaged with mustard oil during winters and made to sunbathe for a dose of Vitamin D and also to strengthen the bones), oral health, so on and so forth.

Benefits :

• Promotes Hair Growth
• Eases Joint Pain And Arthritis
• Boosts Brain Function
• Promotes Heart Health
• Treats Cracked Heels and Brittle Nails
• Protects Against Infection
• Good for Skin
• Relief from Cough and Cold
• Promotes Overall Health
• Antibacterial, Antifungal, And Anti-inflammatory Properties

Uses:

Natural Sunscreen

Massage a small quantity of this wonder oil into your skin before you step outdoors. The high amount of vitamin E in this oil protects your skin from harmful UV rays and environmental toxins.

Remember not to use large quantities of this oil on your skin because excess oil attracts dust and pollution.

Treats Rashes And Infections

As mentioned earlier, mustard oil has powerful anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, which help it ward off infections and treat skin rashes and allergies. It also prevents dryness and itching

Promotes Hair Growth

Mustard oil contains beta-carotene which is excellent for hair growth when massaged into the scalp. It activates blood circulation, and its anti-bacterial properties prevent scalp infections

Relief from Cough and Cold

Mustard oil steam treatment is often recommended as a home remedy, and you can also rub about a teaspoon of it on your chest before sleeping to let it work its magic

Gets Rid Of Dandruff And Itchy Scalp

Mix equal amounts of mustard and coconut oil and massage into the hair. Cover your hair with a towel and leave it on for two hours. Wash off with a mild shampoo. Do this a few times a week and watch your dandruff disappear slowly.

Prevents Premature Graying

Mustard oil is packed with essential vitamins and minerals that help prevent premature graying of hair on regular use.

You can use this before going to bed. Apply mustard oil to your hair and leave it on for 30 minutes before washing it off.

Stimulates Sensation In The Muscles

Feeling numbness in your muscles?

Just massage some mustard oil on the affected area, and you will slowly start gaining some sensation in your muscles.

Improves Functioning Of The Organs

Mustard oil massage for newborns is quite a popular practice in many countries. Studies showed that the common reasons to use mustard oil for massaging were to promote strength, maintain health, and provide warmth to the body