Health Benefits of Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
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Nutmeg (Scientific name: Myristica fragrans, Family: Myristicaceae) is used as flavouring agent and condiment. This valuable spice consists of the dried kernels of the seeds.
Parts used:
Dried seed, nutmeg, arillus surrounding the seed, mace and wood
Constituents
Nutmeg
- Contains a volatile oil, fat, starch, proteins, ash and mucilage.
- Fixed oil is called butter of nutmeg consists of myristin and myristic acid.
- Essential oil contains myristicene and myristicol.
Mace (Arillus)
- Contains a volatile oil, resin, fat, sugar, destrin and mucilage.
- Essential oil of mace is of a yellowish colour and consists of macene
Precaution
Excessive amounts of nutmeg cause hallucination.
Nutmeg is aromatic, carminative, stimulant. Mace is carminative and aphrodisiac
- Nutmeg improves circulation of blood in the body, helping to stimulate the brain.
- Nutmeg improves the condition of cardiovascular diseases.
- Nutmeg oil is effective as a liver tonic.
- Nutmeg oil is main ingredient in herbal toothpaste. It can treat dental problems like toothache and gum problems.
- Nutmeg concentrate oil is used as rubefacient.
- It can act as an antiseptic.
- Nutmeg is an effective pain reliever.
- Prevent colds and cough.
- Nutmeg oil is applied to the body to sooth aching joints and muscles.
- Drink a cup of milk + some nutmeg powder = The perfect sleep-inducer
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Nutmeg has a warm, spicy aroma and flavour and can be used in sweet and savoury cooking. It is a component of the classic béchamel sauce and is used to flavour a host of cakes, puddings and custards.
More about Nutmeg
- What is nutmeg?
According to The Food Lover’s Companion book, “when Columbus sailed from Spain looking for the East Indies, nutmeg was one of the spices for which he was searching.” I can see why. - Mace and Nutmeg for Magical Lovemaking
Nutmeg is especially effective in helping with male sexual disorders.It will increase sexual activity, libido and potency without any conspicuous adverse effects.Try the following recipes to find out for yourself - Nutmeg Spice: Inhaling The Whole Truth
The effect of Nutmeg long-term in humans has not been tested. However, animals have been experimented and the findings are
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Thank you Francesca
Very informative! Who knew there was this much to know about nutmeg? And an aphrodisiac too - my eggnog will never be the same without it!
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Very interesting.
A well written and informative first hub. I didn't know nutmeg had so many good qualities. Welcome to Hubpages!
Wao! didnt know this much about nutmeg. Great info. Welcome
Didn't know the flavorful season I used many times was so useful to the body in so many ways, thanks for sharing this hub. Voted up and Interesting
This is one of my favorite spices! Great hub and welcome to hubpages!
Nutmeg is a super food and a powerful stress buster
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lyns
Nutmeg thrives well in warm humid climate and fruits produced throughout the year(maximum yield during December -May).
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Thanks for sharing some interesting facts about nutmeg, Lovely 7, and welcome to HubPages!
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Wow. Never realized all the benefits of nutmeg. Now I'm going to have to check it out. I enjoyed the Hub. Look forward to more.
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I eat a big heaping tablespoon of nutmeg every morning in my oatmeal - it's delicious and becomes almost addictive! If I don't have it I swear I can taste nutmeg on the tip of my tongue all day.
Francesca27 Level 1 Commenter 5 months ago
Now I know how to use nutmeg, thanks to you!