Nutmeg is a bushy, evergreen and aromatic tree with oblong leaves and pale yellow flowers, followed by round fleshy fruits , containing a brown seed. The tree is about 25 feet high and has a grayish-brown smooth bark, abounding in a yellow juice .
In small quantities, nutmeg acts on the stomach to improve appetite and digestion. Nutmeg oil is sometimes used to dispel flatulence. It is used in perfumes and ointments. Nutmeg is commonly used for seasoning foods. It helps prevent gas and fermentation
