A culinary and medicinal herb, mustard is used in many ways in both the West and the East. Here are a few examples:
- In TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), mustard is well known for Moving Qi, Moistening the Lungs, Expelling Cold, and Reducing Inflammation.
- In the West, mustard is commonly used for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, rubefacient, decongestant, and expectorant properties.
- In both the West and East, it is commonly used to ease asthma, stomach disorders, reduce fibroids, and treat arthritis.
