Health Properties of Cloves
Clove grows in tropical climate and is an evergreen tree. The dried flower heads of clove tree is used culinary and medicinal purposes. It is available throughout the year and has a sweet aromatic taste.
Clove consists of iron, calcium, sodium, phosphorous, potassium, hydrochloric acid, vitamin A and C etc. The chemical component present in clove is eugenol and it gives the medicinal properties to the cloves.
Health Benefits
Toxicity
Cloves can protect us from the toxic affects of tetracholoromethane which is a contaminant that can cause joint inflammation, cancer etc. It aids in purifying the blood and will also improves the blood circulation.
Infection
Clove is having antiseptic property and hence clove oil can be used for treating bruises, scabies, wounds, fungal infections, cuts, athlete’s foot, prickly heat etc. It is found to be a good remedy for stings and insect bites. While using clove oil care should be taken to dilute the oil as it is very strong oil and can cause damage to sensitive skins.
Dental Protection
The germicidal properties of clove make it useful in dental care and this property of cloves helps us to relive the tooth ache, dental pains, mouth ulcers, sore gums etc. The medicinal property of eugenol is used here to treat the diseases. A diluted form of clove oil can be used for gargling and this will give a soothing effect to the throat. Clove oil is now used in many dental products like mouth wash, tooth paste etc.
Digestion
Consumption of coves along with food will helps to improve the digestion. It also cures the problems related to digestive system like motion sickness, flatulence, indigestion, hiccups etc.
Clove oil is very effective for removing the mental tensions like stress and fatigue. It helps to refresh the mind and induce sleep. Thus it can be used for treating insomnia. It is also useful in treating anxiety, depression, loss of memory etc. Clove if applied on the forehead along with salt will give great relief from hea ache.
