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Updated January 1st, 2020 at 12:22 IST

Nutmeg's various health benefits that you should be aware about; read here

Nutmeg is a spice used for culinary purposes. It has several medicinal properties that are also good for health as it contains various health benefits. Read on

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Nutmeg is known to be a popular spice that comes from the seeds of Myristica fragrans. It is a tropical evergreen native tree found in Indonesia in a whole-seed form. Nutmeg is often sold as a ground spice. This warm and slightly nutty flavoured spice is used in desserts, curries and drinks like mulled wine and tea. Nutmeg is mostly used for culinary purposes, but it has numerous beneficial factors, which are good for one’s overall health. A pinch of nutmeg is also used for making soups, meat gravies, beef stew, steaks, roulades, etc. In India, nutmeg is mostly used in Kerala to make desserts and meat curries. Its flesh is also used for making pickles and chutneys. Nutmeg is packed with numerous minerals like magnesium, manganese and copper and vitamins such as B1, B6. The spice is also a regular feature in the Mughlai cuisine used for the meat preparations. In India, nutmeg is commonly known as Jaiphal.

It contains antioxidants

Nutmeg is also a good source of antioxidants, which can protect our cells from free radicals. Antioxidants help control the free radical levels preventing cellular damage. Nutmeg comes with antioxidants in abundance like cyanidins, phenylpropanoids, terpenes, protocatechuic, ferulic and caffeic acids.

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Anti-inflammatory properties

Chronic inflammation is connected to heart diseases, diabetes, and arthritis. Nutmeg's anti-inflammatory compounds are called monoterpenes, which help to reduce inflammation in our body by inhibiting enzymes. Hence, nutmeg is good for pain and joint swelling. 

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Nutmegs are antibacterial

Nutmeg is considered to have high antibacterial effects, which can kill harmful bacteria in the body that causes a cavity. Bacteria like Streptococcus mutans and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans can cause dental cavities and gum disease. Research shows that nutmeg can kill these bacteria.

Beneficial for various health conditions

According to reports, Nutmeg may benefit heart health. It can boost mood and also control the blood sugar level.

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Disclaimer: The effect of these instructions given above varies from person to person. It is always recommended to consult a doctor before trying it.

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Published January 1st, 2020 at 12:22 IST

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