11 surprising benefits of Cloves

    

11 surprising benefits of cloves

one of the most popular Indian Spice that we see lots of around in our household is Cloves.

In case if you don’t know much about them.

Cloves are a type of spice that have a smoky aromatic smell and strong flavour.

We used in many savory and dishes including cookies, curries, pies and even Coffee and Tea around the season. Cloves really are a delicious addition to a sweet or savoury dish, but they go beyond just by tasting it.

 They also boast an impressive list of health benefits that make them even more of an appealing spice to feature our dishes.

Here are the 11 surprising benefits of cloves that you simply might not have known about.

1. For a toothache ­ 

Getting a pain in your tooth is never pleasant especially if your local dentist is fully booked with appointments and you're having to resort to home remedies for emergency treatment. Luckily, if you store cloves in your kitchen cupboards you will not need to look far for a pain reliever. Cloves have long been utilised in home remedies to treat tooth ache. Clove contain eugenol (natural flavouring agent) a good pain reliever and anti­inflammatory properties in the case of toothache.

Clove oil would work better or ground cloves, it's a good thing to store a way for emergency use and you'll most likely be able to find it in your local drugstore.

2. For Acne treatment­

Over­the­counter Acne products are often costly and find yourself doing more damage than good to sensitive skin. It’s especially difficult to treat Acne with targeted products as each person's skin is exclusive in its properties, which is why some people swear by less harsh home remedies for natural treatment like cloves.

Oil of cloves that works best in treating acne thanks to it’s antibacterial and antifungal properties. Due to its content of eugenol, which has antibacterial properties that help it to kill infection and fight inflammation effectively reducing acne. Use oil of cloves as a part of your daily cleansing routine and you will notice the difference within every week or two.

3. Boosting testosterone levels

There are lots of reasons why low levels of testosterone might have a negative impact on a man's health and well­being . Low testosterone can lead to a lower sperm count which may be an issue if a man is trying for a baby, with this  low testosterone can also cause insomnia, weakened bones, mood changes and low energy levels. Testosterone supplements are available but many men would prefer to get their testosterone level up by using cloves. Cloves genuinely increase the levels of testosterone.

More research is required to ultimately understand the advantage of cloves. What we all know thus far is promising up that clove intake would give a positive change in your testosterone levels.

4. Can ward off headaches

Almost all of us will have to deal with headaches from time to time whether caused by an external factor like the Sun or as a results of an epidemic or  food we've eaten. In more serious cases you would possibly suffer from chronic migraines which cause more intense head pain, nausea, sickness and dizziness. Having a natural headache remedy available to treat the pain is important, if you would like to continue your day as normal and that is where cloves are available .

Research suggests that the cooling and pain relieving properties of cloves can work wonders for fighting headaches and treating the pain. Next time if you've got a headache just fast crush a couple of cloves and put them in a clean handkerchief then inhale the smell with deep breathes for  immediate relief. You may also massage clove oil over your temples for an additional simple treatment method.

5. Stimulate blood circulation

If your heart can't pump blood around your body as quickly and efficiently as it should and you  possibly notice that your hands and feet are always cold and numb and feel fatigued. Your complexion can also change,  experience digestive problems and  muscles may cramp more often than usual in additional serious cases. Here you can  go some way to treat it yourself.

You can use clove oil to improve blood circulation of your body. It’s found that the oil impacts the body's metabolism and reduces body temperature which in turn improves circulation naturally. The antioxidant properties of cloves also help purify the blood which again makes it easier  to travel at speed around the body.

6. Improves respiratory health

Respiratory problems like asthma and bronchitis are fairly common and can flare up especially in the colder winter months. Many people with a respiratory issue will follow a special treatment plan issued by their GP, but herbal and residential remedies are often used alongside medication to enhance respiratory health on a brief and long­term basis.

Clove oil is especially effective in bronchitis, asthma and other non chronic respiratory issues like cold and cough. The oil give relief to the respiratory tract and having anti­inflammatory effect. You would get the most out of the oil by massaging it onto your chest sinuses and even the bridge of the nose which will open up the breathing passages and give relief.

7. Improves digestive health

Your digestion can be affected by a number of issues including stomach ulcers which are caused by damage to the lining of the stomach. Left untreated stomach ulcers can lead to bleeding, nausea, abdominal pain, bloating, weight loss and anaemia. It's important that you seek medical treatment if you think you have stomach ulcers but cloves can also be used to treat the issue naturally and prevent it from reoccurring.

Research found that some compounds in cloves can prevent stomach ulcers. It's also found that the oil from cloves can increase the thickness of gastric mucous which protects the stomach lining and prevents peptic ulcers from forming.

8. Assists in treating diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when your blood sugar levels are too high. Diabetes is split into two types type 1 and type 2 and while type 1 is usually hereditary type 2 is often caused by lifestyle factors such as aging, a poor diet and weight gain. Treating diabetes is complex and we're only now learning of the benefits of natural spa like cloves for the illness. Clove improve insulin secretion and the overall health of the cells that produce insulin.

This means that cloves when taken as part of a balanced diet can keep your blood sugar levels in check. Studies have also found that cloves can prevent spikes of blood glucose when consumed regularly.

9. Help fight cancer

Perhaps most impressive of all cloves have been found to help fight a number of different cancers. Many of us get affected by cancer in our lives and at the instant treatment is unpleasant and sometimes invasive for patients. Clove extract could prevent excess growth of tumor cells and slow down cancer cell birth. Its found out that an ingredient called eugenol in cloves has anti-cancer properties that benefit to get rid of oesophageal cancer. Cloves are also good sources of antioxidants which help fight inflammation and protect us against cancer.

10. Helps fight Inflammation

Inflammation happens when our body responds to injury or infection and it’s essential for healing an excessive amount of inflammation as it can cause health issues like arthritis and even some cancers. The eugenol in cloves is found to work as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. One study found that people who consumed cloves everyday had reduced levels of a specific cytokinin that caused inflammation in just few days. Lowering these cytokines reduces the danger of chronic inflammation disorders like arthritis and joint pains.

11. Protect the liver

While we might not see it as an essential organ, our liver plays an incredibly important role in the body and it's important that we look after it and keep it as healthy as possible. If your liver is unhealthy you would possibly notice you've got yellowed skin, increased fatigue, swollen ankles and legs, abdominal pain and nausea. The doctor will likely put you on a treatment plan which includes making healthy changes to your diet and that's where you can get experimenting with cloves. Cloves are a fantastic source of anti-microbes which are essential for protecting the organs from the effects of free radicals especially in the liver. 

In the end of the day our metabolism increases harmful radical production while decreasing the amount of antioxidants within the liver. Clove extracts are helpful for counteracting these effects helping to reduce free radicals and boost anti oxidant numbers.

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