The extremely healthy aromatic walnut, which is one of many people's favorite spices, also has its downside. In excessive amounts, it causes nausea, cramps and hallucinations, as well as irregular heartbeat, dermatitis, allergies... Although there is a danger of death, such cases occur extremely rarely.
The maximum amount that can be consumed daily is 3-5 grams, which is really not easy to eat, considering its aromaticity.
If used in moderation, nutmeg relieves heartburn, stimulates digestion, calms pain, cleanses the body, preserves bone health, relieves insomnia, anxiety and depression.
Once the most expensive spice in the world came from the island of Banda, and the fruits that grow there are still valued more than those that come from Indian trees.
The bigger the nutmegs, the more expensive they are. It is believed that they were brought to Europe by the Crusaders, and soon they conquered the world due to their healing effects and tempting aroma.
Doctors have always been very careful with walnuts, so they would tell their customers: "One is good for you, another will harm you, and the third can kill you," writes Punkufer.
Fragrant nut goes well in combination with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, ginger, pepper and thyme, and is added to sweet and savory dishes.
It's best to buy it whole because it has an almost unlimited shelf life in a sealed container, and grate it near the end of cooking to retain its fragrant aroma (the same goes for most spices), reports B92.
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