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What is Japanese mustard made of?
1. Yellow mustard originated in China and was made by grinding mustard seeds.

2. Green mustard originated in Europe and was made of horseradish. After adding pigment, it is green, its pungent smell is stronger than that of yellow mustard, and it has a unique aroma.

3. Mustard made from tubers or roots of wasabi is also used in some high-end restaurants in Japan. But wasabi root is expensive and difficult to preserve, so most Japanese restaurants will use yellow mustard or horseradish sauce instead.

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Five benefits of mustard

1, preventing food poisoning

Japanese always dip sushi in mustard sauce, because mustard contains an element called allyl isothiocyanate, which can effectively kill bacteria and fungi in food and prevent food corruption and food poisoning.

2. Stay young and energetic

Mustard is also rich in an antioxidant called sulfinyl, and daily intake of this antioxidant can significantly resist aging.

3. Reduce the risk of cancer

Certain elements contained in mustard can actively defend against the invasion of some cancer cells and reduce the risk of cancer.

4. Promote blood circulation

Mustard can inhibit platelet aggregation, prevent thrombosis, reduce the probability of stroke and heart disease, and maintain cardiovascular health.

Step 5 prevent colds and allergies

If your nose is blocked by a cold or allergy, you might as well swallow a spoonful of mustard sauce. Mustard can kill some pathogens, and the spicy taste can make your nose smooth in an instant.

References:

Baidu encyclopedia-mustard

Phoenix. Com- The five benefits of eating mustard are so good!