Cloves are the flower buds of an evergreen also known as Syzygium aromaticum and have tremendous health benefits. In fact, animal studies have found that the compounds in cloves may have several health benefits, including supporting liver health and helping stabilize blood sugar levels.
AntiOxidant – Cloves are high in antioxidants, including eugenol and vitamin C, both of which can help reduce oxidative stress. In fact, a test-tube study found that eugenol stopped oxidative damage caused by free radicals five times more effectively than vitamin E, another potent antioxidant.
Manganese – Cloves are low in calories and high in manganese, Manganese is an essential mineral for maintaining brain function and building strong bones. It may also help to boost the brain neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine.
Anti-Cancer Properties – The eugenol found in cloves has also been shown to have anticancer properties. A test-tube study found that eugenol promoted cell death in cervical cancer cells. Other Test-tube studies have shown that the compounds in cloves may reduce cancer cell growth & promote cancer cell death. One test-tube study found that clove extract helped stop the growth of tumors and promoted cell death in cancer cells. Another test-tube study observed similar results, showing that concentrated amounts of clove oil caused cell death in 80% of esophageal cancer. However, keep in mind that these test-tube studies used very concentrated amounts of clove extract, clove oil, and eugenol.
Anti Bacterial – One test-tube study showed that clove essential oil killed three common types of bacteria, including E. coli, which is a strain of bacteria that can cause food poisoning.
Gum Disease – Studies show that cloves may promote oral health, thanks to their antimicrobial properties, which may help kill harmful bacteria.
Eugenol is toxic in high amounts and overdosing on clove oil may cause liver damage, especially in children. Further research is needed to determine how lower amounts may affect humans.
One teaspoon (2 grams) of ground cloves contains.
In the Moluccas, where Cloves were first found, parents planted a Clove tree when a child was born.
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