Jatiphalam (Nutmeg)

Jatiphalam (Myristica fragrans, Nutmeg)

Used Part: fruit (seeds)

Tissues: plasma, muscle, bone marrow, neural tissue and reproductive

Systems: digestive, nervous, reproductive

Action: astringent, carminative, sedative, tonic nerves, aphrodisiac, stimulating

Nutmeg - one of the best spices enhance digestion, especially in the small intestine. Helps to reduce the high level of Vata in the colon and nervous system. This is one of the best means for calming the mind.

However, when it used in excess then it dulls the mind. Well helps to incontinence and premature ejaculation, helps to eliminate muscle spasms, especially in the abdominal cavity.

Cautions: pregnancy, high Pitta