Evidence supporting the use of: Nutmeg & Mace
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) and its aril, mace, have been used in various traditional medicine systems, including Ayurveda and Unani, primarily as digestive aids, carminatives, and general tonics. In some traditional contexts, nutmeg is mentioned as a remedy for chest discomfort, palpitations, or non-specific chest pain, but these references are relatively sparse and not consistently detailed. The rationale in such systems usually ties to nutmeg’s reputed warming, soothing, and antispasmodic properties, which are believed to help with muscular or “wind”-related chest discomfort rather than ischemic cardiac pain.

From a scientific standpoint, there is no robust clinical evidence supporting the use of nutmeg or mace for the treatment or relief of chest pain, whether the pain is cardiac or non-cardiac in origin. The available scientific literature mostly investigates these spices for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, but not for analgesic effects specifically related to the chest or cardiovascular system. Furthermore, nutmeg contains myristicin and other compounds that can be toxic in large doses, and its safety profile for medicinal use is not firmly established.

In summary, while there is some traditional precedent for the use of nutmeg and mace in addressing chest discomfort, this practice is not well supported by strong historical documentation or scientific validation. The evidence level, therefore, is very low (1 out of 5), and these spices should not be relied upon for treating chest pain, especially of cardiac origin.

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