So, lately we have been talking about the health benefits of spices, spices are rich in antioxidants(big grammar..lol). Today, we will talk about NUTMEG... Nutmegs have pleasant aromatic flavor that can sometimes make you reminisce about your love life (OK, that's just my thinking o)
Botanically, the plant belongs to Myristicaceae family of trees. Its scientific name is: Myristica fragrans.(even the name is oh la la) Do you know that Just a little nutmeg grated into soup or sauce, or a few drops of nutmeg essential oil rubbed on the skin, can do a world of good for your health.
Use it for cakes, chin-chin, bread, wow! jallof rice..
Here are some health benefits:
1. Potassium, calcium, iron and manganese are among key minerals found in nutmeg.
2. Ground and mix nutmeg with water or honey into a paste, can make skin look clearer and brighter within a few days, reducing scars and alleviating acne. You can also add nutmeg to your face scrub for the same benefits.
3. It is also rich in many vital B-complex vitamins, including vitamin C, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin A and many flavonoid anti-oxidants like beta-carotene and cryptoxanthin that are essential for optimum health.
4. The active principles in nutmeg have many therapeutic applications in many traditional medicines as anti-fungal, anti-depressant, aphrodisiac, digestive, and carminative functions, in fact In holistic medicine, nutmeg is often prescribed to rev up blood circulation and treat kidney infections. Traditional healers believe it also strengthens the liver.
5. Nutmeg oil contains eugenol, which has been used in dentistry for toothache relief.
Enjoy!
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