Ingredients

Nutmeg

The ingredient

Nutmeg has a hard, mottled yellow-brown shell with a wrinkled, dark brown seed inside. Its warm, nutty, and slightly sweet flavor makes it a popular addition to desserts and spiced drinks.

The benefits

Nutmeg is used in Ayurveda to soothe digestive issues and enhance sleep. It helps balance both vata (air and space) and pitta (fire and water) doshas (energies or substances), promoting relaxation and aiding in the elimination of toxins. Some research studies have supported possible benefits of nutmeg including:

• Promotes brain health
• Promotes sleep
• Heart-healthy

Cooking

We use nutmeg in some of our dishes, including:

• Biryani Rice