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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Mustard Oil<\/a><\/li>
The Health Benefits of Mustard Oil<\/a><\/li>
Other Uses of Mustard Oil<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Mustard Oil?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Using Mustard Oil<\/a><\/li>
Mustard Oil vs Refined Sunflower Oil<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mustard oil is versatile and used in many parts of the world. It is popularly known as Sarson ka Tel <\/em>in India and is a key ingredient found in every kitchen. Mustard oil has a strong flavour and enhances the taste of several dishes. Not only that, but it also has numerous health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But with the fear of cholesterol and an upswing in heart diseases, many people have now become cautious of the kind and quality of oil that they consume on a daily basis. This has led to a widespread increase in the sale of healthy oils such as Olive oil, Sunflower oil, Rice Bran oil and Grapeseed oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also worth noting that mustard is good for diabetes, owing to its anti-inflammatory properties. So, it is considered one of the ideal oils that can be used in recipes for diabetes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Mustard Oil <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMustard oil has about 60% monounsaturated fatty acids(MUFA)(42% erucic acid and 12% oleic acid); it has about 21% polyunsaturated fats(PUFA) (6% omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid(ALA) and 15% omega-6 linoleic acid(LA)) and it has about 12% saturated fats ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
This optimum ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and low content of saturated fats makes mustard oil more beneficial and preferred over several other oils available in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mustard oil is reddish-brown or amber in colour and is known for its strong smell and pungent, sharp flavour. The pungency of mustard oil is due to the presence of allyl isothiocyanate. This fatty vegetable oil is obtained by pressing mustard seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For now, let\u2019s understand Mustard Oil and its benefits in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>The Health Benefits of Mustard Oil<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Cardioprotective Effects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Mustard oil is a healthy edible oil it is low in Saturated fatty acids (SFA), high in MUFA and PUFA, especially alpha-linolenic acid and has a good LA: ALA ratio (6:5).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Myocardial infarction (MI) patients using mustard oil, there was a reduction in arrhythmias, heart failure and angina ^{2<\/sup><\/a>. Thus, mustard oil is considered a healthy choice for patients with cardiovascular disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
N6 (linolenic acid) and N3 (alpha-linolenic acid) are essential fatty acids that have been proven to be beneficial for the body. N6 PUFA lowers LDL cholesterol but can also decrease HDL ^{3<\/sup><\/a>, whereas N3 PUFA may lower triglycerides, blood pressure, inflammation, improve vascular function and sudden death.<\/p>}
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