First grate, then shake, and then store the spice back in the bottom! Simply turn the container over to shake nutmeg over your drink or dish. Our Microplane® Grate & Shake Grater makes it easy and fun to add fresh spices to your drinks and family cooking. Popular spices have much more to offer than pleasing scents--they each have unique health benefits that will add not only great taste to your special dishes but also a healthy boost. A half-teaspoon of cinnamon has been found to lower blood sugar. Nutmeg is known for its calming effects. Cinnamon is good for digestion.