DESCRIPTION - Nutmeg, or Jaiphal, is a highly aromatic spice with a sweet, delicate flavor that is often called for in many recipes. Nutmeg has a distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm, slightly sweet flavor. Nutmeg is a common ingredient in many cuisines, including European and Indian. There are many ways to add nutmeg to your diet, including adding it to coffee, hot chocolate, tea, or warm milk.

PREPARATION AND USE –
• It can be grated or ground to add to meats, cabbage, seafood, as well as gingerbread, cookies, cakes, desserts, and wines.
• Adding a little nutmeg while boiling the rice gives it a different, rich flavor.
• It is used to flavor many types of baked goods, sweets, puddings, potatoes, meats, sausages, sauces, vegetables, and beverages such as eggnog.

THE HEALTH BENEFITS –
• Nutmeg is a rich source of antioxidants, which helps protect against the signs of aging and serious diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and liver disease.
• Dental health: Nutmeg oil is used in various dental products. The spice has antibacterial properties that have been shown to be particularly effective against oral pathogens that cause disease and bad breath.
• Improved mood: One study found that nutmeg acted as a potential antidepressant in male rats, and the spice has been used for its invigorating properties in folk medicine.
• Sleep better: A little nutmeg has been shown to help with both sleep duration and quality. However, higher-quality human studies are needed to validate this effect.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES –
• Energy (Kcal) - 525Kcal
• Protein - 5.8 g
• Fat - 36 g of which saturated - 26 g
• Carbohydrates - 49 g of which sugar - 3 g
• Dietary fiber - 21 g