MUSTARD POWDER (MUSTARD)

The nutritional value of mustard is due to the mustard seed which has high percentages of proteins, trace elements and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium and niacin. Mustard has few calories and low fat with the characteristic absence of cholesterol. Black and white mustard strengthen the circulatory and gastrointestinal systems. White mustard relieves pain and is diuretic and antibiotic, with a centuries-old decongestant and expectorant effect that relieves symptoms of sinus congestion. It helps burn excess calories. White mustard acts as antifungal, appetizer, laxative, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emetic, expectorant, allergic, stimulant, tonic and caustic. In China it is used in the treatment of severe cough, tuberculosis and pleurisy.