Mother Tinapis Alba/White Mustard/White Mustard/Mutard with a dropper

Sinapis alba, known as white mustard, is a plant from the Brassicaceae family. The seeds of the plant are mainly used for therapeutic purposes, as they contain active compounds with medicinal properties. The plant is cultivated in many parts of the world and is used both in cooking and herbal medicine.

Chemical Composition:

• Mustard glycosides (e.g., myrosin): The main glycoside that produces potent alkyl isothiocyanate compounds when it comes into contact with water or the digestive system. These compounds provide the bitter taste and many of the medicinal properties of the plant.
• Essential oil: Contains important substances such as alliin and alkyl isothiocyanate compounds, which have antimicrobial and expectorant effects.
• Proteins and flavonoids: They have antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory properties.

Pharmacological Actions and Properties:

• Antimicrobial: Alkyl isothiocyanate compounds produced from myrosin have strong antimicrobial activity.
• Expectorant: Helps remove mucus and relieve coughs and other respiratory disorders.
• Diuretic: Stimulates the elimination of fluids from the body, helping to reduce swelling and water retention.
• Analgesic and anti-inflammatory: The tincture has anti-inflammatory effects and is used topically to reduce inflammation and pain in muscles and joints.
• Antioxidant: Its phenolic compounds help protect cells from free radical damage.

Indications for Use:

• Respiratory problems: Cough, colds, bronchitis, respiratory infections.
• Digestive disorders: Indigestion, bloating, and digestive problems.
• Muscle pain and inflammation: External use in ointments for relief from inflammation or joint pain.
• Immune boosting: To strengthen the body's defenses and detoxify.

How to Use:

10-15 drops diluted in a little water or decoction, 1-2 times a day.

Precautions:

• Να αποφεύγεται η χρήση του στην εγκυμοσύνη και τον θηλασμό.
• It should not be used in people with allergies or hypersensitivity to the Brassicaceae family.
• Excessive use of the tincture can cause gastrointestinal discomfort such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

Side effects:

• In high doses or prolonged use, it may cause gastrointestinal disorders such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
• Allergic reactions are rare but may occur in people sensitive to the plant's components.
• High doses of essential oil may cause irritation to mucous membranes or skin.

The tincture of Sinapis alba (white mustard) is a potent herbal remedy with many therapeutic properties, primarily for respiratory and digestive issues, as well as for reducing inflammation. Its use requires caution, as it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort at high doses or interact with other conditions.