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Over
the years, traditional herbalists have quietly used nutmeg as a
medication for various health ailments. The English wear a
nutmeg pendent around their neck for health. And, the story goes
that the island people of the Caribbean will have a person who
has had a stroke put a nutmeg under their tongue for two days;
then their face will go back to normal. More recently, however,
studies have revealed that both nutmeg and mace possess distinct
medicinal properties. Noelville Ltd, in consultation with
specialists involved in the pharmaceutical and medical
professions, has done intensive research which has resulted in
the product NUT-MED™. This product is a blend of plant
extracts with the refreshing scent of nutmeg. Nut-Med™ works by having a topical analgesic effect
that depresses cutaneous sensory receptors. When those natural
ingredients are combined together in their precise amounts and
dispersed in an alcohol solvent (methyl alcohol) it is claimed
to have a synergistic effect that relieves tight sore joints,
arthritic pains, muscle soreness, inflammation and gives instant
relief to back pains.
The Nutmeg
healing effect is found in
ancient Arabian
writings and supported by the more recent Grenadian
experience. It provide relief to the pain of arthritis and aching body parts.
The net effect is a doubling of the strength of the product over
and above other competitive products.
All
ingredients are considered safe to use and unlike other
similar products sold on the market today, Nut-Med™ is
not formulated with waxes, artificial colors and other
chemicals. The ingredients are carefully
selected botanical extracts for the safest results of
this product.
"Nutmeg oil is prominently used in the
pharmaceutical industry. Historically nutmeg has been
used as a form of medicine to treat many illnesses
ranging from those affecting the nervous system to the
digestive system. Presently, the nutmeg oil is used by
many pharmaceutical companies in their formulations of
products to treat different illnesses. |
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In 1992, Proctor and Gamble launched a non-drowsy and
alcohol-free Vicks cough syrup and the essential oil of
nutmeg is a major ingredient. Robinson-Health Care in
Britain in 1991 also marketed an impregnated tissue Easy
Breather Tissue, which helps to clear congestion, and
the essential oil of nutmeg was also an active
ingredient. In the same year, Ramedica International
Corp. marketed in the USA, a pain relieving ointment
called Ramedica Herbal Wonder Balm, and nutmeg oil was
once again one of the active ingredients. This shows
that the essential oil of nutmeg continues its
historical importance as a major pharmaceutical
ingredient." |
Source: Nutmeg
and Derivatives, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United
Nations, Rome September 1994, FO; MISC/94/7
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