Black Mustard Seeds

Black mustard seeds can stimulates digestion and appetite. In addition, when infused, mustard seeds can cure many daily ailments (flu-like conditions, back pain, rheumatism). black mustard seed is well known for its toning effects.

Mustard seeds in particular are rich in several minerals such as copper, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc, manganese, and selenium.

Benefits

Common cold.
Painful joints and muscles (rheumatism).
Arthritis.
Water retention (edema).
Loss of appetite.
Causing vomiting.
Pneumonia and painful lung conditions, when applied to the affected area as a “mustard plaster”.
Aching feet, when applied to the affected area as a “mustard plaster”.
Lower back pain, when applied to the affected area as a “mustard plaster”.
Other conditions.

Suggested uses

Ready to use as is, no basic preparation is required. Use this product whole or grind prior to use. Black Mustard Seeds can be used whole or ground fresh prior to application. Add this product to vinaigrette dressings, chutneys, pickling spices or toast and add with other Indian Spices for a homemade curry spice blend.

Some people make a paste by mixing ground black mustard seed with warm water. They pack the paste in cloth and apply the cloth directly to the skin as a “mustard plaster.” This preparation is used for treating pneumonia, pain and swelling (inflammation) of the lining of the lungs (pleurisy), arthritis, lower back pain (lumbago), and aching feet.

Precautions
Store in a cool, dry place. Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.