Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans

Plant Part : Seed
Extraction : Steam Distillation
Origin : Indonesia

Nutmeg has a warm, sweet flavor that pairs well with many different sweet and savory foods. The spice has a distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm, slightly sweet taste; it is used to flavor many kinds of baked goods, confections, puddings, potatoes, meats, sausages, sauces, vegetables,

Aside from its many culinary uses, nutmeg contains powerful anti-inflammatory plant compounds that act as antioxidants. These may improve mood, blood sugar control, and heart health, more research is needed on these effects in humans.