December 2025 in “Fullerene Journal of Chemistry” This study investigated the potential of nutmeg-derived phytochemicals as anti-alopecia agents using molecular docking and simulations, finding that geranylgeraniol exhibited significant binding stability and potential efficacy against androgenetic alopecia comparable to finasteride and superior to minoxidil.
October 2023 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This study evaluated niosome-based gels for delivering salicylic acid topically to treat acne vulgaris and found that the formulation SANG5, using Carbopol 940 and nutmeg oil, demonstrated the best drug release profile.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that excessive consumption of nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and mixed spices led to significant liver damage and other health issues in laboratory mice.
August 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, excessive consumption of nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and mixed spices caused significant liver damage and other harmful effects in mice, leading to severe health issues and mortality.
Trichodysplasia spinulosa can occur after a heart transplant due to immunosuppressive drugs.