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The horseradish plant grows up to three feet tall and has lush green leaves, but the only part that is used is the root. The root contains a high content of mustard oil and is very favorable in Aromatherapy because of its natural healing abilities. Some of the many uses for horseradish are relieving the symptoms of the flu, sore throat, and bronchitis. It can be made into vinegar, in teas and syrups; it can also be applied as a poultice to improve blood circulation.
Mustard oil is made from grating or cutting the horseradish root, when this happens the water and enzymes flow to form mustard oil. When mustard oil is mixed with honey it is used to relieve symptoms of the flu, like sore throats. Horseradish also aids in digestion by promoting the appetite. Horseradish vinegar is used to fade age spots and freckles. It also when drank, improves the blood flow and helps regulate blood pressure.
To prepare horseradish vinegar take a medium size of the root and grate, put the grated horseradish into 4 cups of vinegar and let stand for two to three weeks. Store in cool, dry place. Then after two to three weeks strain and use on face twice daily for three weeks. This will fade age spots and freckles.
Horseradish contains many antibacterial agents that are good for preventing infections. To help ward off infections drink one cup of horseradish tea three times per day. To prepare tea, take one cup of boiling water and mix with one teaspoon grated horseradish. Let stand for ten minutes, then strain the tea to remove any excess horseradish.
Horseradish milk can be drunk to help aid in digestion. If you suffer from gas or bloating, try mixing one-half teaspoon grated horseradish and one cup warm milk and stir. Drink this milk after meals to aid in digestion and preventing the bloated feeling.
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