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Mustard Oil Projects

Mustard oil is created by grinding up mustard seeds to produce an oil that can be applied in a variety of ways. The oil is often used to alleviate pain in different parts of the body, but is also known for its ability to condition hair, leaving it shiny and smooth. The oil can be derived in your own home by pressing the seeds for the oil and can be used for several different projects.

  1. Relieve Joint Pain

    • Create a salve from the oil to apply to sore joints to alleviate pain. Mustard oil contains a small amount of selenium, which helps to relieve the inflammation. In a pan, warm two tablespoons of mustard oil on low heat. Include three garlic cloves and cook until the cloves darken. Once the oil has cooled down, gently rub the salve onto the troublesome joints to help relieve stiffness, soreness and inflammation.

    Relieve Ear Pain

    • Cook up a mixture of mustard oil, thyme seeds and garlic cloves to help relieve a painful earache. Mix one tablespoon of mustard oil with 1/4 teaspoon of thyme seeds and two minced garlic cloves. Cook the concoction in a pan on low heat until the seeds and garlic darken. Strain the oil and let it cool until it is lukewarm. Apply the oil to the sore ear using an eardropper.

    Fight Respiratory Infections

    • Keep mustard oil on hand during cold season to help fight chest infections. Mustard contains magnesium to clear out any congestion that may be blocking your nasal or chest cavities. Heat mustard oil on low heat in a pan on the stove. Apply the oil to your neck, chest and nose while it is still warm. The healing properties of the oil will help clear out a respiratory infection.

    Condition Your Hair

    • Harness the revitalizing powers of mustard oil by applying it to dry or damaged hair. Bring 1 cup of mustard oil and 4 tablespoons of henna leaves to a boil. Strain the leaves from the oil and bottle the liquid. To apply it, massage the oil into the scalp. If you struggle with dandruff, combat your dry skin by combining 1 tablespoon of castor, coconut and mustard oil, and massage the mixture into your scalp. Leave the mixture overnight and rinse your hair thoroughly the next morning.

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