MUSTARD
Mustard is one of the best known and used sauces, but besides its pleasant and characteristic flavor, it can offer us many nutrients that collaborate with the organism and turn it into the healthiest dressing.
Mustard not only has a low caloric intake compared to other sauces, such as mayonnaise for example, but also has a low percentage of fats among which predominate monounsaturated foods, and has hydrates and proteins derived from the seeds that give rise to it.
On the other hand, we cannot forget its high content of potassium, calcium, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus and vitamin C, micronutrients with essential functions for perfect internal balance and antioxidant action to protect the body.
OIL
Did you know that oil is an important source of nutrients and in the past was routinely given to children to prevent rickets?.
Due to its content in fatty acids and vitamins A and D, it is used to prevent colds, coughs and other diseases of the respiratory system, as a supplement in the treatment of acne, to maintain teeth and bones in good condition, and to prevent Osteoporosis among others.
Oil is one of the most effective suppliers of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), because the body needs them to maintain good health. The benefits of oil are the same benefits derived from omega 3, i.e. it is great for the brain and the circulatory system, has anti-inflammatory effects, etc., plus the proper benefits of vitamins A and D.
SALT & PEPPER
Salt is much more than a flavor that enhances the taste of food. Above all, it is an essential mineral for life, since the body needs it to function properly. It helps the body to be well hydrated by introducing water into the cells, helps control the amount of water in the body and regulates body fluids. It is essential for the nervous system to transmit impulses to the brain and for muscle relaxation.
Pepper is a spice that goes far beyond providing aroma and flavor to the dishes, it has great health benefits. It is ideal for improving digestion and an ally in weight loss. Pepper contains piperine, a compound that naturally stimulates the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas, so nutrients from pepper-flavored foods are digested better, according to a study published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition.
Everyone suffers from flatulence or intestinal gas from time to time. A good recipe to combat them is to pepper the saucers. When consumed, it stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid, essential to digest food and thus prevent the proliferation of bacteria that cause gastrointestinal disorders.
HONEY
Honey is one of the most ancient sweeteners on earth. It breathes natural flavor to any dessert it is made with. Made from the nectar digested by bees, it is one power food that your kitchen cannot do without.
Its flavonoid and antioxidant properties have been known to help decrease the occurrence of heart conditions in many patients. Honey is also one of the best remedies for treating burn wounds and other skin abrasions because of its viscosity and purity. It soothes burns and injuries.
Scientific studies have shown that honey can be very efficient in treating stomach disorders like ulcers and gastroenteritis
