5 reasons to eat more mustard

Mustard is a culinary all-rounder and spices up many dishes. And it is generally known that the yellow spice is also really healthy. Mustard seeds are full of nutrients that really get our immune system going.

Here's what mustard does for your health:

1. Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial effects: studies have shown that mustard oil glycosides such as Sinigrin have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal effects. It has been observed in studies that can help slow down the growth of cancer cells.

2. Supports weight loss and provides minerals:
With mustard, we provide our body with sufficient minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus or calcium at the same time. Iron and magnesium are important for blood and heart health, phosphorus contributes to acid-base regulation. Calcium helps maintain bone density and stability.

3. Supports digestion:
Mustard oils aid digestion. Similar to bitter substances, mustard stimulates saliva production. As a result, more enzymes break down solid food already in the mouth, making it easier for the stomach to work without causing discomfort.

4. May help with skin diseases
The bioactive ingredients in mustard seeds also seem to have a positive effect on our skin. Researchers were able to observe that the regular consumption of mustard seeds can reduce the appearance and symptoms of psoriasis. Although the psoriasis did not disappear completely in the study, the soothing effects of mustard in a balanced diet are an important clue for researchers to develop new medicines, ointments and treatments.

5 Possible alternative for antibiotics
One of the biggest challenges in modern medicine is multi-resistant bacteria, where no antibiotic can help. Mustard oils can be a way to kill bacteria naturally. In a study, researchers from the Universities of Heidelberg and Freiburg investigated precisely this possibility and came to the conclusion that mustard oils can be an alternative, natural basis for treating infections of the upper respiratory tract or even bladder infections.

Whether you use mustard as a condiment for sandwiches, a sweet and tangy salad dressing or a spicy paste for BBQ, take a spoonful more. It can't do any harm.