Nutmeg Myristica fragrans
Specifics
| Country of Origin: Indonesia | Extraction Method: |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes | Plant Part: Seeds |
| Aromas: Exotic and Sensual, Spicy, Sweet, Warm and Radiant | Cultivation: Unsprayed |
About
Nutmeg is most useful as a digestive tonic and stimulant. The spice is traditionally added to food to support digestion and to reduce gas after eating a heavy meal and for nausea. It can be useful for reducing diarrhea.
The oil is helpful to reduce the swelling and pain in arthritis and rheumatism. I like to add it into a cream or oil (at no more then 1%-5-6 drops of Nutmeg in one oz. of carrier oil) to help reduce the pain in swollen joints and muscles.
The oil is helpful to reduce the swelling and pain in arthritis and rheumatism. I like to add it into a cream or oil (at no more then 1%-5-6 drops of Nutmeg in one oz. of carrier oil) to help reduce the pain in swollen joints and muscles.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Analgesic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti rheumatic - prevents and/or relieves chronic rheumatic pain and swelling
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps, detoxifying
- Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
- Rubifacient- generates localized increase in blood flow and circulation by
irritation of skin, will often reduce pain and swelling for a cold, constricted area.
- Stimulant
- Warming
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Drives out negative forcesUseful when feeling burdened or overwhelmed
Releases worry and negative thinking
Recipe
Digestive aid
4 drops Nutmeg
6 drops Roman Chamomile
6 drops Bergamot
Add to 1 oz. jojoba and rub on abdomen.
Safety Issues
The use of the oil on the skin is considered safe at low dilutions (1%-5-6 drops of Nutmeg in one oz. of carrier oil). Some literature suggests to avoid the use of Nutmeg during pregnancy.
