Description
Black mustard seeds have a distinct, pungent taste that gives dishes an unmistakable mustard flavour, and unlike prepared mustard, these dried seeds allow you to control the heat and intensity to your liking. However, Dried Black Mustard Seeds pack way more than just culinary heat - these seeds are loaded with powerful compounds that provide a host of benefits beyond the kitchen.
Size: 500g and 1kg.
USES & BENEFITS
Add to homemade bath soaks, body scrubs, and massage oils
Create poultices or compresses for sore muscles and joints
Make mustard seed tea or tinctures to aid respiratory health
Use as a base for homemade mustard plasters or packs
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Poultice: Grind 100g of seeds and add warm water to form a thick paste. Add this paste to a cloth and place on the affected area. Leave on for 1 minute (not longer than 3 mins) then remove. If necessary, you can soothe the skin by applying olive oil to the affected area.
Infusion: Add 1 cup of boiling water to 1 tsp of finely crushed seeds. Let infuse for 5 minutes before consuming. The recommended dosage is up to (but not exceeding) 3 cups a day.
In the kitchen: Just a pinch of these potent seeds goes a long way toward enhancing the flavours in your cooking.
ACTIVE PROPERTIES
Mucilage
Rubefacient
Irritant
Stimulant
Diuretic
Emetic
A great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, iron, calcium, zinc, manganese, magnesium, protein, niacin, and dietary fibre.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Mustard seeds contain a skin irritant that can cause blisters if left in contact with the skin too long. Do not exceed 3 mins of direct skin contact.
Do not use of pregnant or breastfeeding.
It is advised to consult with a trusted and registered medical practitioner before use.
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