Surprising Health Benefits Of Cloves
Cloves are the flower buds of the clove tree , an evergreen also known as Syzygium aromaticum.
Found in both whole and ground forms , this versatile spice can be used to season pot roasts add flavor to hot beverages and bring spicy warmth to cookies and cakes.
Cloves are best known as a sweet and aromatic spice but they have also been used in traditional medicine.
In fact, animal studies have found that the compound in cloves may have several health benefits including supporting liver health and helping stabilize blood sugar levels.
Below are some health benefits of eating cloves
1. Cloves kills bacteria:
Cloves have been shown to have anti microbial properties, meaning they can help stop the growth of microorganisms like bacteria.
2. May improve liver health:
One animal study feed rats with fatty liver disease mixtures containing either clove oil or eugenol. Both mixtures improved liver function, reduction inflammation and decreased oxidative stress.
*3. May help regulate blood sugar:
Animal study found that clove extr*act helps moderate blood sugar increase in mice with diabetes.
***4. Contains important nutrients: **cloves *contains fiber , vitamins and minerals so using whole ground cloves to add flavor to your food can provide some important nutrients.
One teaspoon (2 grams) of ground cloves contains
. Calories: 6 . Carbs : 1 gram . Fiber: 1 gram . Magnese: 55% of the daily value (DV) . Vitamin k 2 % of DV
*5. High in antioxidants: *
Antioxidants are compounds that reduce oxidative stress which can contribute to the development of chronic disease.
6. May reduce stomach ulcers:
Stomach ulcer also known as peptic ulcer are painful sores that form in the lining of the stomach, duodenum or esophagus.
In animal study, essential oil from cloves was shown to increase the production of gastric mucus
Gastric mucus functions are a barrier and helps prevent erosion of the stomach lining from digestive acids.
Did you know cloves is very good for candidiasis and tightening of the vagina ?
Cloves have many potential health benefits which is very good to your health.
Story by; Doris Martey
