Cloves | Syzygium aromaticum
Cloves are a powerful aromatic spice with pain-relieving, antimicrobial, and digestive benefits. Traditionally used for toothaches, indigestion, and respiratory support.
Benefits & Uses
Dental care: Tincture or oil applied topically helps relieve toothaches and gum pain.
Digestive aid: Stimulates saliva and digestive enzymes, easing bloating, nausea, and malabsorption.
Antimicrobial: Fights bacteria, fungi, and infections; supports immune health.
Respiratory support: Traditionally used to ease coughs, colds, and inflammation in the throat and chest.
Form & Dosage
Powder: 1–2 pinches added to food or teas.
Tincture: 1–2 ml, up to 3 times daily; also applied directly for toothaches.
Essential oil: Diluted and applied topically for dental or muscular pain.
Infusion/tea: 1–2 cloves steeped in hot water for digestion and respiratory relief.
Parts Used
Dried flower buds
Precautions
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Avoid high medicinal doses; safety not fully established.
Overuse: Excess may cause nausea, irritation, or digestive upset.
Children: Use only in diluted forms and under professional guidance.
Essential oil: Always dilute; concentrated oil may irritate skin and mucous membranes.
For more detailed information about the different ways to take herbs, consider taking a course at the HomeGrown Herbalist Online School of Botanical Medicine.
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