This plant is native to Indonesia. Nutmeg is mainly known for it’s distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm slightly sweet taste. It is mainly used as a flavoring agent in desserts.
It is a good source of many essential oils, protenis, starch, minerals and resins. It is digestive, aromatic and astrigent.
Nutmeg is known for it’s anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac and psychoactive properties.
Anti-inflammatory action and can reduce inflammation on body
Lowering blood cholesterol level
Treating kidney stones and preventing infection
Nutmeg Dosage
Regular Food amounts are generally considered safe. A recipe for 2 to 4 people usually requires 1/2 to 1/4th tsp of Nutmeg powder, which is considered a s a safe amount. There is not much research on therapeutic intake of Nutmeg
Nutmeg Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Overdose can cause convulsions, palpitation, weak pulse, nausea and vomiting. Not so common side-effects: Long term high doses of Nutmeg, more than 120 mg, has been linked to hallucinations and other mental side effects. Pregnant and nursing mothers: Higher doses can lead to miscarriages and birth defects. For safe consumption stick to food amounts. Children: Not Known.
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