When it comes to cooking oils, especially mustard oil, purity and the method of extraction matter more than you think. While both cold pressed mustard oil and woodpressed mustard oil are known for retaining nutrients, there's a growing interest in the traditional woodpressed extraction method. Why? Because it's not just about oil it's about preserving the flavour, nutrition, and purity that modern techniques often compromise.
This blog will explain the difference and show why woodpressed black mustard oil is increasingly becoming the top choice for health-conscious families.
1. What Is Cold Pressed Mustard Oil
Cold pressed mustard oil is extracted at a temperature below 50 degrees Celsius using modern machinery. While this helps preserve natural nutrients and flavours compared to refined oil, it often involves stainless steel or modern screw presses, which may still generate some heat due to friction. It is better than refined oil but not necessarily the best.
2. What Is Woodpressed Mustard Oil
Woodpressed mustard oil is extracted using the traditional wooden ghani or kolhu method. The mustard seeds are crushed slowly in a wooden churner at a controlled temperature. This age-old process ensures that the oil retains its natural aroma, nutrition, and medicinal value, without any chemical treatment or added heat.
3. The Key Differences Between Cold Pressed and Woodpressed Oil
Here is why woodpressed mustard oil wins
Extraction Temperature
Woodpressed uses low rotations per minute, keeping the temperature lower than most cold press machines
Helps retain antioxidants and natural compounds
Material of Equipment
Cold pressed oil is often extracted in metal presses
Woodpressed oil uses wooden churners, reducing frictional heat
Less oxidation, better quality
Nutritional Value
Cold pressed oil is nutritious, but woodpressed oil retains even more essential Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin E, and glucosinolates
Better for heart health and immunity
Taste and Aroma
Woodpressed mustard oil retains its pungent aroma, a sign of purity and potency
Gives an authentic flavour to your food
Traditional Trust
Woodpressed oil has been trusted in Ayurveda and Indian kitchens for centuries
Time-tested and holistic
4. Why Woodpressed Mustard Oil Is Better for Health
The health benefits of woodpressed black mustard oil are unmatched
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Rich in monounsaturated fats which promote heart health
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Contains glucosinolates with natural antibacterial properties
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Helps improve digestion by stimulating digestive juices
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Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant in nature
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Supports skin and hair health when applied topically
Unlike commercial oils, woodpressed mustard oil is free from preservatives, chemicals, and excessive processing.
5. The Role of Woodpressed Oil in Ayurveda
In Ayurveda, mustard oil is called sarson taila and is used for both cooking and therapeutic massage. The purity of oil is crucial in Ayurvedic remedies. Woodpressed extraction keeps the prana or life force intact, making the oil more effective for
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Balancing Vata and Kapha doshas
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Massaging joints to reduce stiffness
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Detoxifying the body
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Improving circulation and warmth
This makes woodpressed mustard oil not just a cooking ingredient but a holistic wellness product.
6. Environmentally Better, Locally Trusted
Woodpressed oil supports local farming and eco-friendly production. At Arth Agro Farms, we ensure every drop of mustard oil is extracted using ethically sourced seeds, small-batch production, and no artificial intervention. Choosing woodpressed means supporting traditional knowledge, local farmers, and sustainable agriculture.
Conclusion
While cold pressed mustard oil may sound appealing, it still falls short compared to woodpressed mustard oil when it comes to preserving nutrients, aroma, and purity. If you are seeking an oil that is healthier, tastier, and rooted in tradition, woodpressed black mustard oil is the clear winner.
Make the switch today and bring home the power of purity with every spoon.
