Regular massage helps increase blood circulation and heal the body. Indian households use mustard oil to massage toddlers and infants to help them grow stronger bones and muscles. Still, even adult bodies can benefit from the curative properties of the oil.
Applying mustard oil, 15 minutes before bedtime, will help you see an improvement in your skin tone. The oil equally postpones the appearance of wrinkles and early signs of aging.
Here are some benefits of mustard oil massage, especially during winter.
Improve blood circulation
Like all massages, mustard oil massage can help radically improve blood circulation in the body. This way, the joint and muscle pains are kept at bay during the dry and cold winter.
Mustard contains a chemical compound called allyl isothiocyanate. Researchers have studied this chemical for its effects on pain receptors in the body. Mustard oil also tends to be rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is a type of omega-3 fatty acid that can help reduce inflammation and ease pain caused by conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Keeps the body warm
Mustard oil is inherently warm. Massaging with the oil can help not only warm up the body but retain the body heat inside. Managing the cold becomes a little easier with a warm oil massage. It’s a potent natural ingredient that helps prevent wrinkles, reduces acne and dark spots, and has cleansing and moisturizing properties. Its warming properties make it particularly valuable in promoting blood circulation and reducing inflammation.
Helps Reducing congestion
Winter is also cold and cough season. While the common flu lasts at least 3-4 days, the annoying days can be made a little more bearable with a helpful massage. The pungent oil helps unclog congestion and relieves the body of aches. It’s also anti-inflammatory and rich in antioxidants.
Treating cracked heels and nails
If you have cracked heels
, cracked nails, or falling skin, a problem experienced especially in the winter season, applying mustard oil will give you magical results. If you only have a small amount of mustard oil on hand, you don’t need to rely on anything else.Regular body massage with mustard oil can nourish the skin, promote deep relaxation, alleviate muscular tension, and provide a rejuvenating experience. It also stimulates the sweat glands, allowing the body to expel pollutants. As a result, it has a naturally purifying effect.