Botanical Name :
Syzygium aromaticum
other Names :
Syzygium aromaticum
Eugenia aromaticum
Eugenia caryollata
Eugenia caryollus
Traditional Uses :
Traditionally, cloves have been used for centuries in the treatment of vomiting; flatulence; nausea; liver, bowel and stomach disorders; and as a stimulant for the nerves. In tropical Asia, cloves have been documented to relieve different microorganisms as scabies, cholera, malaria, and tuberculosis.
Benefits :
Promotes Digestion :
Cloves improve digestion by stimulating enzyme secretions and increases the digestive motility. Cloves are best used for easing flatulence, gastric irritability, dyspepsia, and nausea.
Controls Diabetes :
Cloves are best for people with high blood sugar levels. Research has found that cloves improve insulin sensitivity and aids in efficient functioning of insulin.
Good for Bones and Joints :
Cloves are packed with hydro-alcoholic compounds such as eugenol and flavonoids that are helpful in increasing the bone density and mineral content in bones. People with weak bones and osteoporosis are benefitted by taking cloves regularly.
Boosts Immune System :
The amazing ingredient, eugenol in clove is very effective against many harmful bacteria, fungus, and virus. The anti-viral and blood purification potential of clove decrease the lood and increase the resistance against diseases by stimulating white blood .
Reduces Body Pain and Inflammation :
The eugenol in cloves possess strong anti-inflammatory properties and helps ease pain by stimulating pain receptors in the body. Clove oil or extract provides relief from arthritis, inflammation and any pain in general.
Aching Tooth :
Clove oil is an effective remedy for dental pain, toothaches, sore gums, and mouth ulcers due to its germicidal properties. As per the American Dental Association clove oil has been approved as a dental anaesthetic.
Prevents Cancer :
To stay protected from cancer eat more cloves, as the eugenol in clove possess strong anticarcinogenic properties and helps control lung cancer, breast cancer, and ovarian cancer at its early stages.