Nutmeg
Nutmeg – Nutmeg has been used for a long time because it is overloaded with health benefits. Nutmeg is one of those unique spice that has a variety of healing properties and can be used in a wide range of different things. In the 14th century, half a kilogram of nutmeg cost as much as three sheep or a cow. The health benefits of nutmeg can be attributed to its medicinal properties such as sedative, stimulant, anti inflammatory, antiseptic, anit-bacterial, antimicrobial etc. Nutmeg has been used for centuries as natures “Viagra for women.” It also is packed with essential minerals and vitamins; rich in potassium, calcium, manganese, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium and vital B-complex vitamins, including vitamin C, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin A and many flavonoid anti-oxidants that are essential for optimum health.
In ancient times, nutmeg has been used as a remedy for various illnesses and diseases. Nutmeg is a small package with very big benefits. Taking small amounts of nutmeg consistently improves overall health and well being Nutmeg contains eugenol, a compound that is very beneficial for the heart. Nutmeg is also a brain tonic, it stimulates the brain, eliminates fatigue and stress. Nutmeg was used for centuries to treat anxiety, depression, concentration so you can become more efficient and focused at work or at school. Also cures pain from joints, muscle, sores, arthritis, sores and other ailments.
16th century description: “Nutmegs be good for them the which have cold in their head, and doth comfort the sight and brain, & the mouth of the stomach & is good for the spleen.”
Benefits:
- Teats anxiety, depression
- Treatments of body aches, chest pains, rashes, blindness.
- Helps relaxation and will induce sleep.
- Good for the cardiovascular system and helps lower blood pressure
- Treats diarrhea; eczema, acne, and other skin conditions;
- Treats respiratory problems such as a cough from
- Treats nausea and vomiting
- Cures indigestion
- Joint pain and gout
- Improves all infertility and impotence
- Improves concentration
- Increases circulation
- Lowers cholesterol
Medical Research and Properties:
- Improves intellectual performance, brain booster
- Controls heart beat and blood pressure
- Treats kidney infections and dissolves kidney stones
- Increases sexual desire
- Protects from sickle cell disease.
- Cleans liver and kidney and remove toxins
- Shown to inhibit Alzheimer’s disease
- Used to improve memory.