Mustard Seeds  Usage, Facts & Health Benefits
                     
Mustard Seeds : Usage, Facts & Health 
Benefits
 How fascinating it is that these teeny-tiny mustard seeds are 
loaded fully with numerous health benefits.  
 Indian spices are well-known globally for their medicinal 
properties and the deliciousness they add to the food. 
 Mustard seeds are also one of those spices that serve the twin 
purpose of adding rich taste to the dish and providing a 
majority of health benefits. They are extremely rich in Phyto-
nutrients, minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants.  
 A very popular condiment in India, mustard seeds taste from, 
mild to hot spicy and possess a very subtle aroma. 
 Mustard seeds are made from mustard plants and the most 
widely used mustards are - Black, Brown and White mustard 
seeds. 
Some interesting facts about mustard:
• Mustard plants belong to the Brassica family, 
which is identical to cabbage and broccoli. 
• It is suspected that mustard first originated in India 
around 3000 BC. 
• Romans were the first who started using mustard 
as a condiment. 
• There are around 40 varieties of mustard plants 
globally. And only three of them are used for 
culinary purposes. 
Usage of mustard seeds:
• In Indian cooking, mustard seeds are usually a part of tempering 
(tadka) in a dish. 
• The flavour of mustard seeds is more enhanced when they are 
cooked or crushed in oil. 
• Their nutty flavour and distinct aroma are a must-must in curries and 
sabjis. They are also used for seasoning in salads. 
• The north of the country uses mustard oil widely while in south 
mustard seeds are highly used in tempering. 
• Besides adding nutty flavour and a strong taste to the dish, mustard 
seeds also provide us with good health benefits.
Health Benefits Of Mustard Seeds:
• Helps prevent cancer
• Manage High Blood Pressure
• Reduce Heart Diseases
• Relief from Migraine 
•  Relief from Muscle Pains
• Keeps skin hydrated and away from infections
• Help increase hair growth
• Improves Digestive Health
• Helps fight asthma
• Improves Respiratory Problems
If you are going to buy mustard seeds, make sure that you do 
not compromise on the quality. 
You can trust us when it comes to choosing good quality 
products. Vasant Mustard seeds are rich in fibres and 
nutrients and are 100% pure and authentic. 
You can buy Vasant mustard seeds from the nearby grocery 
stores or buy online. 
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