Nutmeg
Warms center, moves qi.
Overview
Nutmeg seed is acrid-warm—warms center, moves qi, astringes intestines—for chronic cold diarrhea and dawn diarrhea patterns.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, warm; Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine.
Key ideas
- Chronic cold diarrhea: borborygmus, cold stools.
- Stomach cold qi stagnation: distention, poor intake.
Aromatherapy notes
Damp-heat dysentery contraindicates; roasting reduces oil—raw overdose unsafe; professional prep only.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.