Nutmeg Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Nutmeg is most well-known as a spice, often associated with the holidays but it also has medicinal value. Nutmeg is the seed of the Myristica fragrans plant, and is available in powdered form and as an essential oil.¹

Nutmeg Health Uses and Health Benefits

Nutmeg is a source of essential minerals like manganese and magnesium. It provides natural anti-inflammatory health benefits and neuroprotective properties for improving cognitive function and protecting against diseases like Alzheimer's. Taking nutmeg before bed is also a known sleep remedy that can also enhance mood. Nutmeg also has healing properties for the digestive tract, treating ulcers and preventing diarrhea.^1,2

References

1. https://draxe.com/nutmeg/ 
2. https://foodfacts.mercola.com/nutmeg.html