Uses

The therapeutic effects of nutmeg are numerous. Nutmeg if used as a seasoning can stimulate the cardiovascular system, it promotes concentration, it is valued as an anti-flammatory agent, reducing swelling of the joints.

Nutmeg is often prescribed for the liver; it helps the liver remove toxins. It has a calming effect on the stomach, it helps alleviate the symptoms of indigestion, and nausea and vomiting and help get rid of diarrhea.

If using nutmeg to relieve diarrhea take three pinches of nutmeg and place in a glass of warm milk and drink the mixture slowly. If you are suffering from upset stomach try taking a pinch of nutmeg and adding it to peppermint tea or sprinkling nutmeg over a teaspoon of honey, you can do these as often as needed.

By using nutmeg on a regular basis this will help relieve joint pain and gout. You can also put five to six drops of nutmeg on a sugar cube or honey and mix with milk and drink throughout the day. If taken daily for four to six weeks joint pain will begin to dissipate.

Technical Specifications

• Optical Rotation at 30°C - +8.0° to +25.0°
• Refractive index at 30°C - +1.4750 to 1.4880
• Specific Gravity at 30°C - 0.885 to 0.915
• Colour and Appearance - Pale yellow liquid
• Major Constituents - Sabinene,a- Pinene, b- Pinene, Myristicin, Elemiecin