Nutmeg Essential Oil
Nutmeg has a ton of monoterpenes, which are anti-inflammatory chemicals, according to a 2016 review study. Other studies have suggested that bronchitis, a disorder linked to airway inflammation, may be helped by the monoterpenes found in essential oils.
It is also known that the nutmeg essential oil contains a substance called camphene, similar to camphor. When breathed, camphene has a distinct cooling effect. Additionally, the oil has potent anti-inflammatory qualities that help fight infection.
Some with respiratory issues use nutmeg essential oil as a helpful cough relief. Add nutmeg essential oil to a diffuser to check if it relieves a cough. Depending on how well the congestion is relieved, change the amount of nutmeg oil while diffusing. Nutmeg also aids in easing secretions (an expectorant).
Asthma, allergies, and wheezing are just a few of the respiratory issues that nutmeg oil is thought to help. In addition, it is a component of many cough syrups and cold remedies since it can lessen cold symptoms and congestion.
However, a person who swallows, inhales, or uses a higher dose of nutmeg topically can have adverse effects like hallucinations, drowsiness, vomiting, and paranoia.
