Nutmeg: Small but Important!

Hi, Greensters!

Nutmeg without the skin

It's me again Vanessa from The Green Team Indonesia. I'm  sorry that I did not write anything in the blog for two months because I have exams that time and because my grandpa passed away. May he rest in peace.


I'm here to talk about NUTMEG because it is really useful and important.  So here are some information about nutmeg:
   
Nutmeg can be also called Buah Pala in Indonesian language. The Scientific name is Myristica. Nutmeg is a small package with several big benefits. It's used for prevention and healing of many known conditions.

Here are some most common uses of nutmeg:

• Medically, nutmeg has strong antibacterial properties. It is effective in killing a number of cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth.
• Like cloves, nutmeg contains eugenol, a compound that may benefit the heart.
• Myristicin found in nutmeg has been shown to inhibit an enzyme in the brain  that contributes to Alzheimer's disease and is used to improve memory.
• It is used in small dosages to reduce flatulence [ excessive stomach or intestinal gas], aid digestion and improve appetite.
• In Arab countries, nutmeg is valued as an aphrodisiac [ subtance believed to increase sexual desire ].
• Nutmeg can help to combat asthma.
• It also used to relax a muscle.

My mom usually adds some nutmeg powder into the food she cooks, like mashed potato, soups, potato gratin, baked ham and cheese and many traditional foods. 

Best Regards,

Vanessa