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Ayurvedic Dravya · Spice · — kcal / 100g

Nutmeg Jatiphala

Also known as: jaiphal

Classical sleep remedy — a pinch in warm milk at night calms vata and grounds the mind.

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Nutmeg — Ayurvedic Spice & USDA Nutrition

Nutmeg — Rasa: Pungent, Bitter, Astringent · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Pungent · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Strongly Pacifies (-2) Pitta: Mildly Increases (+1) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Pungent, Bitter, Astringent
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Pungent
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Oily, Penetrating
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 1
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Varsha · Night

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Classical sleep remedy — a pinch in warm milk at night calms vata and grounds the mind.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Grate fresh; strictly a pinch (1/8 tsp) — more is heavy, dulling and potentially toxic.

Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Karpuradi varga.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • warm milk before bed
  • sweet dishes and chai
  • with cardamom

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: large doses (disorienting/toxic above ~1 tsp)
  • Contraindication: pregnancy (medicinal doses)
  • Contraindication: daytime use when alertness needed

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Nutmeg

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 pinch (0g):

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Ayurvedic Recipes Using Nutmeg

Nutmeg Oat-Milk TonicDrink · 20 min

Nutmeg Oat-Milk Tonic

Nutmeg Oat-Milk Tonic is a food beverage for enjoyment and seasonal balance, not a medicinal treatment Vata: serve warm ...

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Cardamom Cinnamon Breakfast Spice

Cardamom Cinnamon Breakfast Spice is a concentrated accompaniment; use a small portion with a compatible meal Vata: pair...

Fennel Cardamom Sweet SpiceSnack · 26 min

Fennel Cardamom Sweet Spice

Fennel Cardamom Sweet Spice is a concentrated accompaniment; use a small portion with a compatible meal Vata: pair it wi...

Nutmeg Oat-Milk WarmerDrink · 16 min

Nutmeg Oat-Milk Warmer

Nutmeg Oat-Milk Warmer is a mild warm beverage rather than a medicinal preparation. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender,...

Masala DoodhDrink · 19 min

Masala Doodh

Masala Doodh is a rich warm milk preparation for an occasional small serving. Vata: serve warm and retain the full milk ...

Nutmeg Moon MilkDrink · 19 min

Nutmeg Moon Milk

Nutmeg moon milk is a culinary bedtime drink with only a small pinch of nutmeg; it is not a sleep treatment. Vata: serve...

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