Has Antibacterial Properties
Nutmeg has numerous antibacterial effects against potentially harmful strains of bacteria. Bacteria such as Streptococcus mutans and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans are known to cause dental cavities and gum disease. A test-tube study showed that nutmeg extract showed powerful antibacterial effects against a wide variety of bacteria, including: Porphyromonas gingivalis. These bacteria can cause gum inflammation and cavities.
Studies show that nutmeg can impede the growth of harmful strains of E. Coli bacteria, such as O157, which can cause severe sickness and even death in humans. Although it is proven that nutmeg has antibacterial properties, more human studies are needed to understand whether it can treat bacterial infections or prevent bacteria-related oral health issues in humans.