Nutmeg is a popular spice, people use it in whole or mostly ground form. It is usually in baked goods, but it is also believed to have some health benefits according to traditional medicine, which science also backed up. Health benefits of Nutmeg Nutmeg has anti-inflammatory properties. Nutmeg contains powerful antioxidants that can reduce the damage caused by free radicals and also reduce inflammation. Free radicals and chronic inflammation can cause serious chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Nutmeg can reduce chronic pain and has antibacterial properties. It can protect against harmful bacteria and treat bacterial infections and prevent bacteria-related oral health issues, like cavities and gum inflammation. However, need for more human studies to prove this. Nutmeg can cause hallucinations and loss of muscle coordination if people consume it in large amounts (5-20grams of nutmeg powder). If you consume in moderation, there should be no side effects of this sort. 📰 https://bites.fitness/spices-and-herb... This is our Food Fundamentals series, where we talk about healthy food and nutrition and we go through basically all main food types and ingredients. We talk about fruits, vegetables, seeds and nuts, grains, meat, dairy, fish, spices, and all kinds of good stuff. *** Follow Bites Fitness on social media: ▶️ Instagram: / bites.fitness ▶️ Facebook: / bitesfitness ▶️ Twitter: / bitesfitness ▶️ Pinterest: / bitesfitness ▶️ Web: https://bites.fitness *** ✅ Easy & simple nutrition finder ▶️ https://bites.fitness/nutrition-finder 🥑 More healthy recipes ▶️ https://bites.fitness/recipes *** 🔔 Thank you for watching this video & Please Share it. I like to read comments so please leave a comment and… ▶️ Subscribe to the Bites Fitness channel: http://bit.ly/bitesfitness Stay focused and healthy! 👊 *** Disclaimer: This video is for entertaining and educational purposes only. If you are experiencing any symptoms or health problems, definitely see a doctor about them!