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Myristica fragrans (aril)
The lacy aril of nutmeg, used for digestion and sleep in small culinary amounts.
Traditional use (ayurveda, household): The lacy aril of nutmeg, used for digestion and sleep in small culinary amounts.
The lacy aril of nutmeg, used for digestion and sleep in small culinary amounts.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The lacy aril of nutmeg, used for digestion and sleep in small culinary amounts.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Like nutmeg, large doses are toxic and intoxicating — keep to seasoning amounts.
- Large doses
- Pregnancy
Like nutmeg, large doses are toxic and intoxicating — keep to seasoning amounts.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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