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Can cats eat nutmeg?

Avoid

Contains myristicin — larger amounts cause disorientation and racing heart.

Don't.

Why

A pinch in baking isn't a toxic dose, but whole nutmeg or larger amounts can cause neurological and heart signs.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease Avoid Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 632 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes Avoid Mostly sugar or starch — skip it for diabetic cats. Carbs 91% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) Avoid Low in salt. Sodium 23 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones Avoid No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories302 kcal
Protein9.66 g
Fat4.01 g
Carbohydrate68.57 g
Phosphorus191 mg 632 mg/1000kcal
Sodium7 mg
Potassium1220 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 육두구_ 가루

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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