NUTMEG, Myristica fragrans

Latin name: Myristica fragrans

Distilled part: nuts

Origin: Sri Lanka

Properties: analgesic, antispasmodic, potentially anti-tumor, carminative, parasiticide, digestive tonic, nervine, uterine tonic

Indications: childbirth, arthritis, osteoarthritis, asthenia, bursitis, headaches, colic, muscle cramps, addiction (smoking, etc.), poor digestion, muscle strain, muscle sprains, pain, fibromyalgia, hyperactivity, tendinitis, tennis elbow, torticollis, learning disabilities

Contraindications: Hallucinogenic at high doses. Convulsant at very high doses. Avoid using with pregnant women (abortive) and with people taking MAOI antidepressants (monoamine oxidase inhibitors).