Nutmeg is a popular spice made from the seeds of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree native to Indonesia. It can be found in whole-seed form but is most often sold as a ground spice. It has a warm, slightly nutty flavor and is often used in desserts and curries, as well as drinks like mulled wine and chai tea. Although it’s more commonly used for its flavor than its health benefits, nutmeg contains an impressive array of powerful compounds that may help prevent disease and promote your overall health.
Origin of Nutmeg:
Nutmeg originated in the Banda Islands of Indonesia, and was discovered by the Portuguese in 1512. The importance of the nutmeg seed was propagated by the Dutch. The name nutmeg is derived from the Latin nux muscatus, meaning “musky nut.” In India, nutmeg is known as Jaiphal.
Presentation Forms:
- Spice, Fruit, Essential Oil, Nutmeg Butter
- Pharmacological actions
- Aphrodisiac
- Abortifacient
- Anti-Flatulent
- Narcotic
- Analgesic
- Antifungal
- Antimicrobial
- Anti-Inflammatory
Uses:
- Helps Improve Digestion
- Helps Treat Insomnia
- Helps Relieve Pain
- Helps in Brain Activity
- Great for Your Skin
- Helps Treat Bad Breath
- Helps Regulate Blood Pressure and Circulation
- Helps Protect the Liver
- Helps Lower Cholesterol Levels
Scientific Names:
Myristica fragrans Houtt
Botonical Family:
Myristicaceae
Other Common Names:
- Jaiphal
- Jatisasyya
- Jatiphala
Used Parts:
- Seeds
- Fruits