One study has shown that the compound macelignan isolated from Myristica fragrans (Myristicaceae) may exert antimicrobial activity against Streptococcus mutants, but this treatment is no longer used. Nutmeg has been used in medicine since at least the seventh century. In the 19th century it was used as an abortifacient drug, which led to numerous recorded cases of nutmeg poisoning.
This spice is expensive but has lots of medicinal values.
It helps in digestion and relieves nausea, vomiting, flatulence and diarrhoea.
Nutmeg can be powdered and mixed with honey and can be taken during diarrhoea. It can be given to small children also 1 teaspoon twice or thrice can be taken.
Large quantity can have harmful effects on the body.
