Myristica fragrans

If no nutmeg in Banda Islands, Indonesia may not be known to the invaders. Because there Banda in Maluku, rich spices, especially nutmeg and cloves, then the nations of Europe in the sixteenth century the Banda-came to Indonesia for the spice trade as well occupy our country. Perhaps the stories of our elders in Banda, the price of 1 kg of seed and mace that time, enough to build a luxury home in mainland Europe.

Nutmeg fruit which has the Latin name Myristica fragrans tree is a plant form that comes from the Banda Islands, Maluku. Since Roman times past, fruit and nutmeg became an important trading commodity due to the high value as a spice. Not surprisingly, the Dutch and the Portuguese first glance at Indonesia for its rich spices rempah this. Since the time of European exploration nutmeg widespread in tropical regions such as Mauritius and the Caribbean (island of Grenada).

It's a lot of writing about the efficacy of nutmeg, but because of the many benefits and rewards, the author considers it necessary to expand his spread anywhere kwan kompasianer is no exception. We used to use the seeds as a spice in cooking. Bersantan meat dishes as well as dishes tasted more fragrant and delicious that comes with nutmeg ore. The fruit has a fragrant aroma with a slightly sour taste, usually made preserves and syrup drinks. The habit of using cooking as a seasoning nutmeg or consume in the form of syrup and sweets should be encouraged, since it turns nutmeg has many benefits for health. Contained chemical constituents can overcome sleeplessness (insomania), cough mucus, aid digestion, relieve muscle spasms.

Eliminate acne blemishes on the face
Eliminate acne began to grow in the following manner, mix a little nutmeg that has been pounded with whole milk to form a paste. Apply on the face of the problem, let stand a few minutes, then wash your face as usual.
Why mix is ​​good for the skin, according to Ranella Hirsch, MD, assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine, nutmeg has anti-inflammatory effects, while the milk is rich in protein and vitamins soothe the skin.
Pala abdominal pain reliever
Nutmeg apparently known since ancient times as a natural remedy to solve indigestion, diarrhea, and bloating. Essential oils and other natural chemicals in the nutmeg help smooth the digestive tract.
To help with digestive problems, sprinkle a little, no more than half a teaspoon in a bowl of oatmeal breakfast every day for 2 weeks.
Help you sleep
If you have problems to sleep, pour a glass of warm milk and a bit of fruit palabubuk. Milk contains tryptophan, an amino acid which turns into serotonin in the body, while the assist nutmeg serotonin last longer, so the explanation of Michael Murray, ND, author of The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods.
Pala toothache
For those who never had a toothache, must have felt the drugs were applied to the tooth doctor. It feels like spicy nutmeg. Yes, because nutmeg has long used to relieve toothaches and inflamed gums. "Try oil drop one-two head of the gums if pain or inflammation," suggested Sara Snow, author of Sara Snow's Fresh Living. Additionally, a substance in nutmeg oil helps fight bacteria in the mouth that can cause cavities.
Do not use too much nutmeg because it can cause dizziness and nausea.