Organic Brassica Juncea (Brown Mustard) Seeds
Organic Brassica Juncea Seeds
| Product Type | Oil |
| English/Common Name | Brown Mustard, Chinese Mustard, Indian Mustard, Leaf Mustard, Oriental Mustard and Vegetable Mustard, Canola, Oilseed Mustard, Wild Mustard |
| Botanical Name | Brassica juncea |
| Indian Name | Sarson, sarsoon |
| Origin | India |
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General Usage
Brown Mustard is prevalent in Europe, Africa, North America, and Asia. Traditionally, the Brassica juncea seeds have been used for their antibiotic effect. The seeds are also considered folk remedy for arthritis, foot ache, lumbago, and rheumatism. Mustard seed oil is also used in the treatment of skin eruptions and ulcers. It is used as counterirritant and stimulant as well.
Overview
Brassica juncea belongs to the mustard family of Brassicaceae and commonly named as brown mustard, Chinese mustard, and oriental mustard. Brown mustard seeds are a popular condiment in Indian subcontinent. The seeds have components like glucosinolates, sterols, and phenols that aids in treatment of tumor, non-genetic diabetes, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, etc.
Common Names
Chinese: mustard, gai-choi
France: choux faux jonc, mountarde brune
Germany: Ruten-Kohl, Sareptasenf
Japan: irana; karashi, karashi-na, setsuriko, takana
Spanish: mostacilla, mostaza de la China, mostaza de la tierra
For Educational Purpose Only
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Please be advised: Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.
Precautionary Information/ Contraindication: Brassica juncea should not be consumed during pregnancy or nursing. It should be consumed with a doctor’s advice if you are already on any medication. For further clarification, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting consumption of Brassica juncea.
Storage Condition: Brassica juncea should be kept in an airtight container/ bottle away from direct sunlight in a cool & dry place.
Note: The product is organically grown and processed as per national and international guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Agriculture and Manufacturing practice (GAMP). The product is 100% vegetarian and vegan.
Reference:
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/brassica-juncea
- https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Brassica+juncea
