Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)-Healing with Herbs

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)-Healing with Herbs

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is the brown, slightly egg-shaped seed concealed in the fruit of the Nutmeg tree, and is available in a dried form.

Benefits

• Nutmeg is an antibiotic, anti-inflammatory and expectorant. It relieves painful muscles and rheumatism.
• Inhaling the aromatic essential oil, which is slightly hallucinogenic, soothes the nerves and stimulates the brain. It helps in reducing stress, anxiety and treats insomnia.
• The oil aids in relieving toothache and gum problems.

How to use Nutmeg

• Mix it with milk or sprinkle on desserts to improve digestion and to help with nausea.
• Make a paste of a pinch of nutmeg powder and cold water. Mix it in an 8 oz. glass of water that has been boiled and cooled down. Intake of this potion helps in kidney problems, indigestion, vomiting and nausea.
• 1 teaspoon of powder is enough to raise your spirits for 6 to 24 hours!