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Mustard oil health benefits in skin diseases

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: October 8, 2021 17:53 IST

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Mustard oil contains high amounts of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (MUFA and PUFA) and omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. The fats present in it are beneficial for ischemic heart disease by 50%.
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Enriched mustard has hypocholesterolemic (cholesterol-lowering) and hypolipidemic (lipid-lowering) effects. The oil can lower the level of bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the body. It can reduce the risk of heart diseases.
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It has antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Mustard oil has antibacterial, antifungal properties. Recent studies have shown that mustard oil acts as an antibacterial agent against E. coli. Mustard oil contains glucosinolate, which inhibits the growth of bacteria and other microbes. Mustard oil has powerful antifungal properties that are effective in treating skin rashes and infections caused by fungi.
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Can relieve cold and cough, mustard oil has been used for decades to relieve cold and cough. It has a heating property that can clear congestion in the respiratory tract. If you mix it with garlic and massage it on the chest and back, then you will get many benefits.
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There is another way to use mustard oil to clear cold and cough. Mustard oil is very beneficial for inhaling steam. Steam seeds and a few teaspoons of mustard oil in a pot of boiling water and inhale the steam. It can clear the build-up of phlegm in the windpipe. Mustard oil is believed to work as a very powerful natural medicine. You can make your facial skin healthy by massaging it on the face.
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Can reduce the risk of cancer. Mustard oil has cancer fighting properties. It contains a sufficient amount of linolenic acid. Some research suggests that this acid may reduce the severity of colon cancer. A study by the University of South Dakota proved the same. They tested the efficacy of mustard, corn and fish oils on mice affected by colon cancer. Mustard oil was found to be more effective in preventing colon cancer in rats than fish oil. Mustard oil massage for newborns is quite popular in many countries. Mustard oil should be used for massage.
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