Evidence supporting the use of: Nutmeg & Mace
For the health condition: Cramps (menstrual)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) and its aril, mace, have been used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani for supporting women's reproductive health, including the management of menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea). The rationale for their use is largely based on historical and anecdotal evidence. Traditional texts often describe nutmeg as having warming, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties, which may be thought to help alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with menstrual cramps. In practice, nutmeg powder or preparations containing nutmeg and mace are sometimes recommended as part of herbal blends for menstrual health.

However, scientific studies specifically evaluating the efficacy of nutmeg or mace for menstrual cramps are scarce. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that nutmeg contains compounds (such as myristicin and elemicin) with potential analgesic and muscle-relaxant effects, but these have not been directly correlated with relief from menstrual pain in human clinical trials. The evidence remains largely traditional, with only weak indirect scientific support based on the general pharmacological properties of the plant. As such, while the use is justified by tradition, the overall evidence supporting the effectiveness of nutmeg or mace for menstrual cramps is limited and not robustly validated by modern research.

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