Nutmeg - Myristica fragrans

Good for the digestion and calming to promote a restful sleep with dreams.   Warning: Nutmeg oil is toxic if used in large quantities, and can be stupefying.  

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County of Origin Indonesia
Therapeutic Properties Analgesic, anti-rheumatic, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, digestive stimulant, digestive tonic, emmenagogic, rubefacient, stimulant, stomachic, tonic
Botanical Family Myristiceae
Chemical Family Ethers, Monoterpenes
Approx. Shelf Life 3 years
Plant Parts Seeds
Note Classification Middle
Method of Extraction Steam Distilled
Blends well with Lavandin, Bay, Orange, Geranium, Clary sage, Rosemary, Lime, Petitgrain, Mandarin, Coriander

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History: Mace, the outer shell of the nutmeg, actually has a longer history of use than nutmeg. Portugal controlled the spice until 1605 when the Dutch took over the spice route for the Molucca Islands, and it wasn't until 1768 that Nutmeg became available to others.

Characteristics: A middle note of medium aroma, Nutmeg's scent is soft, spicy, and woody with a slightly musky note.

Clinical Studies:

Indications: It is used for arthritis, gout, muscular aches and pains, poor circulation, flatulence, indigestion, nausea, sluggish digestion, bacterial infection, frigidity, impotence, neuralgia, and nervous fatigue.

Personality Profile:

Subtle Aromatherapy:

Mode of Administration: Aroma lamp, bath, diffusor, inhaler, light bulb ring, liquid candle, lotion, massage, mist spray.

Safety: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. If used in large amounts, Nutmeg Essential Oil can cause toxic symptoms such as nausea, tachycardia and stupefying. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

 

References:
Battaglia, S.  The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy; Third Edition The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2017
Tisserand R. Young R.  Essential Oil Safety, second edition.  Churchhill Livingstone, UK, 2013
Sheppard-Hanger S. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual.  Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, USA, 2000
Caddy R. Essential Oils in Colour.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2005
Lawless J. The encyclopaedia of Essential Oils.  Element Books Limited, GB, 1992
Caddy R. the Essential Blending Guide.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2007
Weaver W.W. Sauer’s Herbal Cures.  Routledge, UK, 2001
World Wide Web Encyclopedia Britannica. USA, 2014
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        Do not take essential oils internally.
        Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
        Do not apply undiluted to skin (for directions on proper dilution refer to an aromatherapy text).
        The information on this website is not intended to diagnose or prescribe.
        Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting a healthcare provider.
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        You should not use this information for treating a health problem or disease or to make a self-diagnosis.
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All information, content and product descriptions contained within this site is for reference purposes and is not intended to substitute advice given by a pharmacist, physician, or other licensed health-care professional. You should not use this information for treating a health problem or disease or to make a self-diagnosis.  
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