is nutmeg ponious in in large quantities
1 Avoid using very large quantities of nutmeg (over 2 tablespoons), as it is a hallucinogen and poisonous in large doses. 2  The usual amount for culinary usage, however, will not produce these effects. Some people are very sensitive to nutmeg and even a small amount may induce nausea and vomiting. 2  Avoid using very large quantities of nutmeg (over 2 tablespoons), as it is a hallucinogen and poisonous in large doses. 3  The usual amount for culinary usage, however, will not produce these effects.