MAIN PROPERTIES
Digestive System: Helps facilitate digestion, relieve bloating, gas and stomach upset. It is particularly useful for digesting fatty or starchy foods.
Oral Hygiene: Due to its antibacterial properties, it is used in gargle solutions against bad breath and for gum health.
Tonic Action: It is considered to help with mental clarity, improve memory and combat fatigue.
Pain Relief: Although it is most often used externally for massage, its internal use (under certain conditions) is associated with the treatment of muscle and rheumatic pain.
COOKING & CONFECTIONERY
A small amount (usually 1 drop) is enough to flavor soups, sauces (such as béchamel), meats, sweets, and even beverages such as tea or coffee.
DIRECTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS
Dosage: It is extremely concentrated. A single drop is often more than enough.
Toxicity: In large doses, it can cause nausea, dizziness, or hallucinations due to the substance myristicin.
Contraindications: Avoid during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and in children.
Note: Before any use for therapeutic purposes, consult your doctor or pharmacist.