Nutmeg is classified among the list of the most famous spices, and is used in the preparation of many delicious foods, but some sources indicated that there are great medical benefits for this kernel resulting from a strange fruit to the extent that some described it as a “miracle”.

This famous spice is produced from the nucleus of the fruits of the evergreen nutmeg tree, which grows only in some tropical regions, specifically in the panda shear and the Moluccas in Indonesia, where only the kernels that are found inside its fruits can be eaten, unlike the nutmeg tree, which is considered unfit for human consumption.

Nutmeg, (jaiphal) or (Nutmeg) adds a distinctive flavor to dishes and sweets, and is included in many traditional medicinal mixtures inherited around the world, but some sources specialized in food and health indicated that there are great benefits for these spices, which they described as a “miracle”.
Nutmeg was used in ancient times to treat physical and mental health, as it contains a large amount of beneficial minerals such as magnesium, manganese, copper and other essential vitamins such as “vitamin B1” and “vitamin B6”.

Many sources specialized in food and health, such as the “food.ndtv” website, indicated that there are a number of benefits to eating or mixing a little nutmeg with food and drinks, but with great caution, and these benefits are:

1- Nutmeg acts as an antidepressant
According to the sources, the chemicals present in nutmeg help the body to secrete hormones that give a feeling of happiness, help relaxation, good sleep, relieve stress and improve the mood of people.

2- Nutmeg is a pain reliever
Sources indicated that eating nutmeg helps relieve pain caused by inflammation or tumors. The essential oils in nutmeg contain anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation in muscles and joints and reduce pain in affected areas, such as toothache as well.

3- The doctor’s nut helps remove toxins
Some sources, such as dilmahtea, note that nutmeg’s antibacterial and antimicrobial properties make it an excellent way to detoxify, as well as help eliminate bad breath.

According to the source, nutmeg helps detoxify the body, promote skin health, relieve oral diseases, reduce insomnia, increase immune system function, prevent leukemia, and improve blood circulation.

4- Nutmeg improves digestion
Some sources have shown that nutmeg oils help improve the health of the digestive system, and also help in the secretion of digestive enzymes, which in turn help relieve various digestive problems such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating and gas.

5- Nutmeg helps control blood pressure
Healthshots stated that the various minerals found in nutmeg, such as potassium, iron and manganese, are known for their ability to regulate blood pressure. In addition, due to the properties of nutmeg represented in removing tension, this is considered a catalyst in relieving pressure from the blood vessels and helping the heart to work efficiently, so it is prescribed within the diets for patients with pressure, after consulting a specialist doctor.
6- Nutmeg helps hair growth
Scalp diseases such as dandruff are one of the causes of hair loss. The antimicrobial properties of nutmeg help keep the scalp clean and prevent dandruff, thus preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth and health.

7- Nutmeg supports weight loss
Nutmeg’s detoxifying properties and enhancing its digestive capabilities support the human metabolism, which is a key factor in helping to lose weight gradually and healthily.

8- Nutmeg for a healthy brain
Some sources indicated that there are wonderful health benefits of nutmeg on the brain, as it protects against stress and depression, which in turn affects brain health, especially with the presence of the organic compound “Myristicin”, which helps in the treatment and prevention of neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

9- Nutmeg “Viagra” for women and men … But research is “conflicting”
Numerous studies have indicated that there are great sexual benefits of the nutmeg seed, to the point that some sites have described it as the “women’s Viagra.”

According to research published in the journal BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, the results confirmed that nutmeg has great sexual benefits, as laboratory results on animal models revealed that nutmeg has an aphrodisiac effect.

The results of the study stated: “Oral administration of the extract at a dose of 500 mg / kg led to a significant increase in sexual activity in male rats,” but these results were not confirmed in humans, but some medical sources denied these allegations and confirmed the existence of a negative effect.

Severe warning against excessive consumption of nutmeg
1- Poisoning: Many medical sources have warned of the need to eat nutmeg in moderation and not to overuse it in meals, as nutmeg contains toxic compounds called “Myristicin” that cause poisoning if eaten in large quantities, as studies published in the journal “pubmed” for medical emergencies, that poisoning may occur as a result of taking only two tablespoons.

2- A danger to sexual health: Some other medical sources indicated that there are dangerous results on male fertility, unlike the previous study, as it may cause sterility in some, so I recommend reducing it when there are reproductive plans, according to “webteb”.

3- Damage during pregnancy and breastfeeding: Medical sources have warned against eating a lot of nutmeg in the event of pregnancy or when breastfeeding, as excessive quantities may cause miscarriages and cause birth defects to the fetus.