Javitri (mace)  जावित्री

Javitri (mace)  जावित्री – There are many spices found in our kitchen which can improve your health. One of these spices is nutmeg and mace, nutmeg is the kernel or seed found inside, whereas mace is the reticulated layer on the kernel. Some people also call it the twin sister of nutmeg. Both of these are used in sweet and salty dishes to flavor most dishes and enhance the taste of food. It is a spice that unites the world. Nutmeg is an essential ingredient in Indian garam masala for all of them. And it gives very nice nutty taste. Mace is a pungent red or scarlet spice, which is the inner layer of nutmeg or whole nutmeg seeds. It has a milder flavor than nutmeg and is used in mild-flavored dishes. Because of its mild flavor, mace is often used in broths, soups, mashed potatoes, and rice dishes. It imparts a light orange color to the dish.

* It is used in sauces, curries, pickles, ketchups, cakes and pies.
* It can also be used in tea or masala milk.
* Mace is often used in sweet dishes like pies, milk custards, puddings, fruit dishes, biscuits, muffins, cakes and breads.
* Mace can be stored for a long time, just keep in mind that it should be kept in a glass bottle in a cool, dry place and away from sunlight.
* Javitri also increases appetite,
* It also helps in cleaning the digestive system by fighting bacteria and viruses.
* Can provide relief from intestinal gas and flatulence.
* It may also reduce vomiting, nausea and general stomach discomfort.
* Mace has abundant anti-inflammatory properties, which are beneficial in the pain and swelling of arthritis.
* Anti-allergy, anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory properties present in mace are beneficial in cold and cough.
* The compound eugenol present in it has been found useful in providing relief from toothache and thus it is an important ingredient in toothpaste.