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Mustard oil, which has a pungent taste, contains about 60 per cent monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), 21 per cent polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) and about 12 per cent saturated fats. Several studies have found mustard oil unsafe for consumption. The United States Food and Drug administration’s website claims it has erucic acid, which can cause heart disease if consumed above the prescribed limits. “Many scientists and doctors advised to not consume mustard oil during the epidemic. Mustard oil: health benefits you cannot miss. “Mustard oil has both culinary and therapeutic uses. It contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and has low content of saturated fats. Mustard oil not only enhances the taste and flavour of food but it also cures many diseases related to skin, joint, muscles and heart. Kachi ghani refers to the ‘cold press’ extraction process for taking out oil from seeds. For extracting mustard oil, mustard seeds are crushed at low temperature so that the natural properties, antioxidants and essential oils are retained in the oil. Mustard oil is rich in vitamin B complex, vitamin A, vitamin E, calcium, protein and omega 3 fatty acids. This reduces fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps to remove tan from the skin.