Nutmeg is the seed or ground spice of several species of the genus Myristica. Myristica fragrans is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering. It is also a commercial source of an essential oil and nutmeg butter.
Nutmeg is a popular spice made from the seeds of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree.
It can be found in whole-seed form but is most often sold as a ground spice.
It has a warm, slightly nutty flavor and is often used in desserts and curries, as well as drinks like mulled wine and chai tea.
Although it�¢??s more commonly used for its flavor than its health benefits, nutmeg contains an impressive array of powerful compounds that may help prevent disease and promote your overall health.
1. Contains powerful antioxidants
2. Has anti-inflammatory properties
3. boost libido
4. Has antibacterial properties
5. May benefit heart health. Animal studies show that taking high-dose nutmeg supplements reduced heart disease risk factors, such as high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels, though human research is lacking
Could boost mood.
Rodent studies have found that nutmeg extract induced significant antidepressant effects in both mice and rats. Studies are needed to determine if nutmeg extract has the same effect in humans.
May improve blood sugar control. A study in rats showed that treatment with high-dose nutmeg extract significantly reduced blood sugar levels and enhanced pancreatic function.
Nutmegs are graded according to their size. Sizing can be carried out using different mesh-sized
sieves. Larger nutmegs (weighing about 8g) are considered superior and are traded at a higher price.
Nutmeg is extracted from the plant using organic solvents. They are produced for commercial flavorings and perfumes.
Nutmeg has medicinal properties and can be used to treat a number of ailments, including as a digestive aid, to treat flatulence, diarrhea, and vomiting.
Grade: ABCD, ABK, SS Quality Nutmeg Without Shell.
Number per kilogram: 220 to 240 max
Color: Light brown
As with most kitchen spices, nutmeg is a carminative that helps digestion and can help reduce gas, bloating, and diarrhea. It is also anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, so try adding it to your toothpaste to help freshen breath or soothe mouth sores. Nutmeg can help with anxiety.
Nutmeg and mace are native to Indonesia, but just like cloves, nutmeg trees grow quite well in Sri Lanka.
The sweet earthy flavour of nutmeg is an essential spice in seasoning flavourful desserts such as puddings, cookies, custards and cakes. Nutmeg helps to enhance the flavour of food items that use cheese, eggs, vegetables and meat products as well.
RTS offers excellent organic nutmeg that you can use in your kitchen today.
Nutmeg is a spice made from the seed of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrant), a native Indonesian evergreen tree that is the source of two popular spices: nutmeg and mace.
Specifications:
Origin Indonesia
Moisture : 5% - 6%
Impurity: 1%
Term of payment: TT, LC at sight
Port of Loading (POL) : Surabaya, Indonesia
Nutmeg is a sweet and delicious aromatic spice. Cultivated in island of spices: Sulawesi, our nutmeg available in ABCD Grade, free of fillers and chemicals.
Nutmeg is the seed or ground spice of several species of the genus Myristica. Myristica fragrans is a dark-leaved evergreen tree cultivated for two spices derived from its fruit: nutmeg, from its seed, and mace, from the seed covering.
