Humans are using Cloves for centuries for medicinal purposes but recently science has started to dig into the health benefit of clove. Cloves that originated in Indonesia are dried flower buds from the clove tree and are sweet and aromatic spice. They are a staple spice of Indian cuisine and add a fragrant scent to gingerbread baked goods. Cloves health benefits include aiding in digestion, boosting the immune system, and controlling diabetes.
1. Clove maintain oral health
Clove oil is a natural way to maintain your oral health. The natural ability of clove inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria, aid in the treatment of oral infections, relieve toothaches and poor breath, and prevent gum disease.
The researchers have discovered that the clove mouth rinse lowered the number of dangerous bacteria more successfully than the commercial mouth rinse.
American Dental Association has approved Clove oil as a dental anesthetic.
2. Clove boost immune
Boosting the immune system is one of the well-known health benefits of clove. Minerals, calcium, and fiber abound in cloves. But it is eugenol, the main ingredient in cloves, that makes them so beneficial to the immune system. Eugenol boosts the immune system by increasing white blood cell counts.
Eugenol has been shown to be effective against a wide range of bacteria and viruses, as well as fungi.
3. Clove keeps your bone healthy
Cloves not only contain vitamin K, manganese, and omega-3 fatty acids, all of which are important bone nutrients. Cloves are loaded with hydro-alcoholic compounds such as eugenol and flavonoids are helpful in maintaining bone density and the mineral content of bone, as well as increasing the tensile strength of bones in case of osteoporosis.
4. Cloves regulate blood sugar level
Studies have shown Clove extracts helps to keep blood sugar under control and to stimulate insulin production.
One teaspoon of this spice is what it takes to enjoy the benefits for diabetic patients.
Cloves also provide anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and digestive health benefits for people with diabetes.