If you’ve realized a craving for mustard, that’s a good thing. Mustard is a low-calorie food, containing only five calories per teaspoon.
Certain food cravings indicate something, but because of our hectic schedules, we avoid such important things, and as a result, some serious issues may arise.
So, hear about your craving and satisfy it according to need.
However, the main point is why are we craving mustard, isn’t it strange?
In short, your mustard craving means your body is deficient in thiamine, calcium, selenium, manganese, easy to pair, taste and flavor also valid reasons.
So, in the rest of the article, we’ll go over the specific reasons for your mustard cravings, whether yellow mustard is safe, what the benefits and side effects are, what about craving mustard and pickles, and a slew of other intriguing topics.
See At A Glance
What does it mean to crave mustard?
Craving mustard means you want more to eat the foods to satisfy your hunger.
However, some people think it means a shortage of calcium, manganese, etc.
It’s contentious because some argue that if a lack of calcium or magnesium is causing your craving, why not crave milk, green leafy vegetables, pineapple, beets, and so on?
They think it’s your poor shelf control because of the taste. However, it varies from person to person.
So let’s find out the reasons one of them is must behind your mustard desires.
Reasons behind your mustard cravings
We’re not going to have a debate about it. Only clarifying the factors that may be at the root of craving.
Causes 1: Craving mustard because of spicy and savory taste
As you know, mustard combines savory and spicy flavors in a single bite! Mustard has a unique flavor that is both zesty and delicious!
Mustard gives your dish a different flavor. No one can deny that. If you don’t believe it, then eat it with fish, eggs, mashed potatoes, and you will definitely get your answer.
The taste satisfied our brain and released dopamine, which makes us happy, so your mind craved more, and the desires became stronger.
The fact is that you can eat the paired foods on their own, but your mind doesn’t want to eat without mustard, that’s why taste and flavor play such an important role in your cravings.
Cause 2: Mineral and Vitamin Deficiency behind your mustard cravings
As you know, mustards are high in calcium, manganese, potassium, thiamine, etc. If you too much-craved mustard then maybe nutritions are responsible for that.
Remember that mustard seeds contain more minerals than mustard oil, here most minerals are lost during the extraction process.
Calcium deficiency may cause mustard cravings
Our healthy body needs 1000 mg calcium per day where mustard seeds contain 60 mg to 266 mg.
As you can see, mustards are high in calcium, so if you crave them, satisfy them and also include a few calcium-rich foods like milk, cheese, yogurt, and so on.
Shortage of magnesium and selenium may cause mustard cravings
According to the nutritional value, 100 grams of mustard seeds contain 370 mg of magnesium and 208.1 micrograms of selenium.
A healthy body needs 360 mg to 400 mg magnesium and 40 to 60 micrograms of selenium per day.
As you can see, both are high in nutritional value, which is why you should include mustard in your food dishes.
I recommend that you do not rely on a single food or fruit to meet your needs and maintain a healthy diet. Include more foods in your diets, such as dry beans, nuts, and plates of seafood.
Reccomended– Beans craving also indicate Selenium deficiency.
Cause 3: Variety of flavors and your emotions may cause mustard cravings
A variety of brands are available on the market, as well as a wide range of flavors. Those who enjoy taking mustards are always eager to try new brands and flavors.
In this situation, we can’t control our emotions that’s why I say it also supports your cravings.
If you are on a fixed diet for a long period, you will experience various food cravings because your tongue craves variety, which we cannot control.
Same foods can bore you, and your mind wants some spicy and tangy flavor because of that mustard craving may occur.
These are the main reasons behind your cravings. Let’s talk about what happens if you satisfy your cravings.
Benefits of craving and eating mustard
As you may know, mustard contains many healthy minerals and vitamins, which is why it has numerous health benefits, some of which are listed below.
- Mustards are high in calcium that boosts your immunity and also strengthens your bones.
- It may protect you from a certain type of cancer.
- Thiamine helps to maintain a healthy nervous system that supports muscle contraction and also maintains nerve impulses.
- The food also protects you from diabetes because it helps to maintain a lower blood sugar level.
- The food increase in your metabolism rate promotes your digestion.
- Mustards have beneficial effects against sore throats, bronchitis, etc.
- The food contains calories and manganese that give you energy.
- Potassium regulates blood pressure that helps to minimize your stress level and protects you from severe heart diseases.
You will get many benefits if you add them to your diet list. However, if you feel any severe issues always consult with your doctors before eating anything.
What happens if you consume an excessive amount of mustard?
Adding yellow mustard paste, leaves, or seeds all are safe to eat. There is nothing such as severe problems found if you take an excessive amount.
It does not mean it is safe to eat too much. Some research said excessive amount may cause-
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Gut inflammation
Remember, black mustard seeds can harm you more if you take excessive compare to yellow mustard.
A final thought on mustard craving
Before writing this article one of my cousins told me-
“I can eat a quart of mustard pickles and even after eating a lot of them, I feel like I need more, and I’m still confused and thinking all day about why I’m craving mustard.”
Frankly, most people craved certain foods because of their taste. If you are not, then you must be lazy and looking for some easy-to-eat foods.
Mustard also satisfied your Wish for spicy foods. So eat it because it’s a safe and healthy but not excessive amount.
Rather than eating in excess, I recommend that include some healthy foods and fruits in your diet.
So enjoy your cravings, and thanks for visiting.
FAQs
Why am I craving mustard and pickles?
Some study said craving pickles mean your body needs sodium or a signal for low potassium.
However, mustard pickles are healthy and contain many vitamins like K, A, etc.
Fermented pickles also have some healthy bacteria that are good for our health.
Why am I craving mustard and vinegar?
Vinegar is acidic food that indicates a low level of stomach acid. Your body wants to produce more acids with the help of vinegary foods.
Vinegar, on the other hand, is primarily used to preserve mustards.
Is craving yellow mustard good for you?
Yes, craving and eating yellow mustard is safe but not excessive. It’s high in fats that balanced your cholesterol levels and also reduce the level of bad cholesterol.
