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They might be tiny, but cloves are giants when it
comes to nutrition and natural health. cloves are anti-fungal,
antibacterial, antiseptic and analgesic. They’re packed with
antioxidants and are good sources of minerals (especially manganese),
omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and vitamins.
Here are some great uses for cloves:
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1. Temporarily treat a toothache.
You can temporarily alleviate the pain by dabbing a little clove oil on
a cotton ball and placing it on the sore tooth or on your gums. An added
benefit is that it will also pull out any infection.
2. Relieve upper respiratory infections.
Ayurveda suggests making a tea to lessen, or prevent, colds and flu. It
is also used as an expectorant, making it easier to cough up phlegm.
Cloves are a natural painkiller and also attack germs, so they'll help
you get rid of that sore throat.
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3. Reduce inflammation.
Use clove oil to massage sore muscles; some also use it for arthritis
and rheumatism.
4. Treat scrapes and bruises.
Cloves are pretty strong and can sting, so the best bet is to probably
make a poultice with a little olive oil.
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5. Improve digestion
Cloves help relax the smooth lining of the GI tract, so they help
alleviate vomiting, diarrhea, intestinal gas and stomachaches. Just be
careful; since they're strong, they can also irritate the stomach. |