Nutmeg

Nutmeg may go back to the Arabian word “mesk”. The French translation is noir muguette and the English may have shortened it to “nutmeg”. There are many species of Nutmeg, however, the most commonly used is Myristica fragrans. It is native to the Banda Islands of Indonesia. The tree’s essential oil is produced from the kernel of its peach-like fruit through steam distillation.

Therapeutic Actions:

Cleaning, energizing, stimulating, soothing and balancing

Common Uses:

Tone digestive system; relieves cramps and spasms in the intestines, help to expel gas from the intestines, ease indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea and poor digestion; protect liver; stimulates the appetite; use in massage blend to soothe and comfort muscular aches and poor circulation; invigorating and strengthening mind; support nervous system and nervous fatigue

Aromatic Influence:

Nutmeg is sweet-spicy aroma brings encouragement and spontaneity.

Blends Well With:

Black pepper, clary sage, cypress, geranium, lavender, lemon, orange, patchouli, rosemary

Application:

Photosensitivity: None

Dilute 50-50

• For age 7-11, use 1 drop of essential oil to 1 drop of carrier oil.

Apply 1-2 drops on location

Apply to chakras/Vita Flex points

Directly inhale or diffuse

Caution:

Do not use during pregnancy

May act as a sedative

May be toxic if taken internally

Not for use by people with epilepsy

Possible circulatory enhancer, use caution if using blood thinners or aspirin regimen

May cause overexcited mental behaviour

Extreme use may cause mental discomfort or delirium, and could over-stimulate the heart. Use caution and always dilute.

Do not use for children under 6

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