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Discover the Extraordinary Health Benefits of Nutmeg

Apple, peaches, pumpkin pie, who’s not ready, holler I!

Yes, nutmeg the extraordinary warm spice found in each pie.

You know that nutmeg is used in luscious baked goods and delicious ethnic foods, but have you ever wondered is nutmeg good for you? The answer will amaze you.

Open a can of chai tea, and the warm aroma stops you dead in your tracks, and you take a deep breath.

Walk into your house while an apple, peach, or pumpkin pie is baking, and you can’t help but breathe in deeply to savor the flavor.

Pour some egg nog, and the first thing you reach for is a sprinkle of nutmeg.

Nutmeg the glorious spice we love to bake with, but the question is,

Is Nutmeg Good For You?

The answer is yes, nutmeg is good for you on multiple levels. Full of vitamin B6, magnesium, fiber, copper, and other beneficial organic compounds, nutmeg, and its precious oil is full of antioxidants.

Nutmeg lowers your anxiety, helps you sleep better, and aids in better digestion. Studies have shown it can be used as a pain reliever and is a germ fighter. Could it also help your libido? To find out, read on!

The National Library of Medicine published an article on the antidepressant effects nutmeg extract had on lab mice. The research supports that nutmeg extracts actually are as effective as an antidepressant comparable to prescribed pharmaceutical drugs with fewer side effects.

A pinch of nutmeg in warm milk has been used for centuries to cure insomnia and give a better quality of longer sleep.

Typically insomnia is caused by other underlying issues, and those issues should be resolved. But, nutmeg has been shown to provide sleep lasting 8 hours.

Suffering from bloating, gas or diarrhea? Nutmeg and its wealth of fiber could be your answer.

The book Essential Oils in Food Preservation, Flavor, and Safety supports the medicinal value of nutmeg. Stating that the warm scent of the nutmeg seed has long been used to treat digestive tract ailments.

Combining nutmeg with spices like Ceylon cinnamon and fresh ginger makes a wonderful caffeine-free tea to settle the grumpiest stomach.

Food and Nutrition Research Journal has an article published on the benefits of using nutmeg oil as a pain reliever. The oil is taken from the nutmeg seed and used to rub into the skin to relieve pain, with no side effects.

Germs, germs, germs are everywhere. It’s an ongoing battle and one you will lose unless you build it into your daily routine.

Studies have shown that nutmeg has strong germ-fighting powers orally and can be used to prevent cavities and gum disease.

Will Nutmeg Help Your Sex Life?

Ancient medicine also used nutmeg as an aphrodisiac. Yes, you read that right nutmeg can help your libido.

I know what you are thinking, if I take nutmeg, I will have a wild night. You couldn’t be more wrong.

What nutmeg will do, is relieve your tension and help you relax. Ancient medicine says that it will ease bitterness in your heart and make you more pleasant so you can enjoy your night.

Is Nutmeg Good For You?

Absolutely! Aside from the delicious flavor of nutmeg and its food enhancing abilities, nutmeg has a tremendous amount of health benefits. I listed a few here, but there are many more.

Nutmeg can be used ground, whole, as an oil, or in supplement form. Using the whole nutmeg pod is easy, just grate some over a micro planer into your beverage or food. It stores wonderfully in a cool dark place for a very long time.

Honestly, I have both. I use organic ground nutmeg for its convenience and keep the whole nutmeg pod on hand for quick grating uses. The organic ground nutmeg has just as nice of an aroma as grating whole nutmeg. When I need more than ¼ teaspoon, I reach for organic ground nutmeg.

With all the health benefits of nutmeg, you need to use caution with the amounts of nutmeg taken into your daily routine. It can be toxic if too much is consumed. 

How do you get nutmeg in your daily diet?

Have you tried to add a little to your ground coffee before brewing?

Share your thoughts, we would love to hear from you!