| Most Common Name: | Nutmeg | | Botanical
Name: | Myristica Fragrans, Myristica Officinalis | | Also
Known As (other names): | Myristica, Nux Moschata,
Myristica Aromata |
Nutmeg - General description: Nutmeg is indigenous to the
Molucca Islands, Banda Islands, New Guinea and Malaysia and cultivated widely in
tropical Asia. Nutmeg is harvested from the 25 foot tree three times a year in
ideal climates when the fruit is separated from the seed to be dried as
"Mace" and the seed is dried before cracking the shell to obtain the
nut or kernel.
Nutmeg
Properties, or Nutmeg use in treatment of: | | Haemorrhoids | Nausea | Flatulence | | Anti-inflammatory | Carminative | Spasmolytic | | Tonic | | |
Nutmeg
Constituents: | | Below we list
reported constituents of this herb. This may not be complete as continuous
research constantly discovers new constituents. Where possible we also provide
information about constituents and their application, effect and side effects,
if any. We do not provide information on the interaction between constituents.
We do not give quantities of each individual constituent as these vary
considerably due to region and climate. By comparing the treatments above with
the constituent benefits below some indication of quantities can be gained. | | Volatile
Oil - See Nutmeg Essential Oil |
Lignans: Lignans occur in a variety of plants and cannot be
classified in terms of properties as a group. Some are antiviral and
antimicrobial while others are antioxidant and anti-tumour. The latter are
currently being researched as there is some indication that they may have a
positive cardiovascular effect. | |
Diterpenes: A bitter tasting terpenoid used widely as a
stomachic. Diterpenes are believed to help with hypertension and respiratory
tract complaints such as catarrh bronchitis and colds. Some diterpenes are
believed to have tumour inhibitor properties as well as a stimulating effect on
the immune system. | Acids and oil |
Nutmeg
Contraindications, do not use if: | | Large doses
are narcotic and dangerous. | | | | We
at Beneforce are certainly not experts in the use of every herb. In our studies
and research we do come across warnings that a herb should not be used in
certain circumstances or for certain conditions and ailments. Where possible we
will reflect these on our pages but cannot guarantee that for any herb our list
of contraindications are complete or valid. We urge that you consult an
appropriate and knowledgeable practitioner before treatment. |
Nutmeg
is Administered as/Available in: | | Powdered seed | Dried
seed | | | | | |
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