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| Aroma |
- A heavy, sweet, and spicy-woody aroma.
- It is much richer and "duskier" than Mace.
- It opens with a potent, peppery punch, followed by a warm, nutty heart that feels incredibly familiar and "baking-spicy."
- It has a deep, musky dry-down with a hint of sweet earthiness. It smells "dense"—reminiscent of a cozy kitchen in winter, but with a sharp, medicinal edge that reminds you of its potency
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Spicy | Woody |
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| Intensity |
4/6 |
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| [ More About ] |
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| AKA |
Jaiphal, Jatisasyya, Jatiphala |
| Chinese |
肉豆蔻 |
| Japanese |
ナツメグ |
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| Botanical Family |
Myristicaceae |
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| Chemistry |
Monoterpinoid |
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| Common Usage |
Digestive System Tonic
- Relieving Flatulence & Cramps: Nutmeg is a powerful carminative that helps settle the stomach, expel gas, and ease abdominal griping.
- Stimulating Sluggish Digestion: Helps the body process food more efficiently and can be useful for chronic constipation.
- Nausea Relief: Its warming properties help soothe feelings of nausea, particularly when related to motion sickness or morning sluggishness.
- Appetite Support: Often used for those recovering from illness to help spark an interest in food.
Muscular & Joint Comfort
- Managing Arthritis & Rheumatism: Provides deep, penetrating warmth that helps soothe the "cold" ache of chronic joint pain and improves localized circulation.
- Relieving Muscle Spasms: Acts as an antispasmodic, making it highly effective for treating "charley horses," backaches, and sports-related muscle tightness.
- Neuralgia Support: Helps dull the sharp pain associated with nerve-related discomfort when massaged (highly diluted) into the affected area.
- Menstrual Relief: Helps ease the heavy, dragging pain of menstrual cramps and supports a regular cycle.
Mental & Emotional Vitality
- Combatting Adrenal Fatigue: Nutmeg is considered an "adrenal tonic," helping to restore energy to those feeling burnt out or chronically exhausted.
- Sharpens Concentration: Helps clear "brain fog" and provides a mental "spark" during long periods of study or repetitive work.
- Overcoming Self-Doubt: Spiritually used to help individuals overcome feelings of inadequacy and find the "willpower" to move forward.
- Sleep Aid (Low Dose): While stimulating in moderate doses, a very tiny amount can actually help relax the nervous system for better sleep.
Immune & Physical Support
- Warming the Body: Excellent for those who "feel the chill" or suffer from poor circulation in their hands and feet.
- Respiratory Tonic: Helps clear congestion and provides a warming effect on the lungs during the later stages of a cold.
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| Blending note |
A "social" oil; it warms up cooler scents and adds a gourmand (food-like) richness to floral and woody blends |
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| Do you know? |
During the Elizabethan era, Nutmeg was believed to be the only certain cure for the plague. People would carry a small nutmeg seed in a silver locket around their necks, and the demand became so high that it changed the course of world history and exploration |
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| Contraindication |
- Use with Moderation.
- Nutmeg is very powerful. High doses can be psychoactive or neurotoxic due to the myristicin content.
- For topical application, always keep dilutions low (0.5% to 1%) and avoid use during pregnancy or with children under the age of 5.
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