Mustard

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Mustard (Medicine)

Mustard (pronounced: /ˈmʌstərd/) is a term that refers to several plant species in the genera Brassica and Sinapis, whose small mustard seeds are used as a spice and, by grinding and mixing them with water, vinegar or other liquids, are turned into the condiment known as mustard. The seeds are also pressed to make mustard oil.

Etymology

The English word "mustard" is derived from the Old French "moustarde" which is a contraction of "moust" meaning "grape juice" and "arde" meaning "hot or fiery", referring to the spicy heat of mustard seeds.

Medical Uses

Mustard seeds and mustard oil have been used in traditional medicine for a variety of health conditions. The seeds are rich in a nutrient called selenium, which helps reduce inflammation and asthma attacks. They also contain magnesium, which helps lower high blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart attack.

Mustard oil, derived from the seeds, is often used topically for pain relief. It is believed to stimulate blood flow and has warming properties that can soothe muscle aches and arthritis pain.

Mustard Plaster is a traditional topical therapy where mustard seed powder is mixed with flour and water and applied to the skin to treat inflammation and pain.

Related Terms

  • Brassica: A genus of plants in the mustard family that includes species like cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts.
  • Sinapis: A genus of plants in the mustard family that includes species like white mustard and black mustard.
  • Selenium: A nutrient found in mustard seeds that has anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Magnesium: A nutrient found in mustard seeds that helps lower blood pressure.
  • Mustard Plaster: A traditional therapy that uses mustard seed powder to treat inflammation and pain.

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