Nutmeg

Ground Nutmeg:
Warm and pungent with a spicy-sweet fragrance, nutmeg blends well with other aromatic spices and certain fruits, such as pear, apple and pumpkin.

Nutmeg is in spice cake, apple pie, pumpkin pie, hot chocolate, gourmet coffee, teas, and peach cobbler! Nutmeg is one of the key ingredients of pumpkin pie spice. Make your own at home using our quality spices! It’s so much better than store-bought. We personally use this Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction.

Nutmeg is a rich source of antioxidants, which help protect against serious conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and liver disease. Nutmeg has antibacterial properties, which is why it’s used in several dental products. It is also rich in fiber, which helps keep the digestive system healthy and prevent blood sugar from spiking. Nutmeg also reportedly improves mood, sleep quality, and even sleep duration.

Nutmeg is safe in small amounts. However, as little as 2 teaspoons or 5 grams can cause some symptoms of toxicity. At larger amounts, symptoms become worse and serious complications or death can occur. You should never consume more than is ordinarily used in food preparation. In large quantities, nutmeg can induce hallucinations. It is highly toxic and can even be fatal.