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Scientific Name: Myristica fragrans
Myristicaceae
AKA: Rou Dou Kou
Parts Used:Dried seed kernel
Active Compounds:volatile oil, fixed oil, myristine, butyrin
Background: Nutmeg is a popular spice used in cooking and baking. It's also a good medicinal herb. It works to improve the digestion of those who take it. It also is used widely in Chinese medicine. For people living in India, nutmeg is often used as an aphrodisiac. Whether or not you feel more amorous after eating nutmeg, you'll want to check out its medicinal properties.
Applications:Carminative/Stimulant/Antispasmodic/Digestive
Nutmeg is primarily used for the digestive system.
Digestive: Nutmeg an be used to reduce vomiting, diarrhea, and feelings of nausea. It can also help to stimulate the appetite. Nutmeg can also help to treat abdominal pain and distension fo the abdomen..
Rehumatism: Nutmeg can be used to treat painful joints from rheumatism when applied externally.
Skin: Nutmeg can be used to treat eczema.
Description:
Nutmeg comes from an evergreen trea that is native to Indonesia. The trees can be found in many parts of the world now. The fruit of the tree begins to grow after the tree reaches 8 years old. It is picked when ripe.
Dosage:
As an ointment, aply to rheumatic joints.
As an essential oil, nutmeg can be used to treat vomiting.
As an infusion, add 1 pinch of nutmeg to 1 cup of peppermint infusion for gastric problems.
Grated nutmeg can be mixed into a paste to treat eczema.
Safety:
Essential oil should only be used internally under supervision of a professional health care provider. Do not use nutmeg if you are pregnant. Do not take more than 3 g of nutmeg per day as high doses may be toxic. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.
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