- Antiseptic, anti-infective and antibacterial with broad spectrum of action. Cloves are for example used against urinary tract infections such as cystitis and kidney stones.
- Antifungal and antiparasitic, the clove has in particular a vermifuge action on the tapeworm.
- Stomachic: the flavor of cloves promotes digestion. Its aromatic compounds make it possible to fight against stomach ailments (bloating, aerophagia, gastric genes).
- Analgesic : this action is fast on dental pain.
"Clove derives all these benefits from its concentration of eugenol, which is particularly powerful in its essential oil", specifies Christelle Deloges, naturopath.
Its properties also make it a very good ally in the fight against certain viral diseases. Clove helps fight coughs , in particular.
This spice also has interesting anti-inflammatory qualities to relieve rheumatism , muscle pain. This action is mainly due to its high content of flavonoids.
To benefit from its benefits, it is possible to add cloves in small quantities –its taste is strong– in daily dishes. Its essential oil(EO of cloves) is very powerful.
It is an effective anesthetic in case of localized pain and a perfect antiseptic to fight viruses and fungi. This HE has also long been considered anti-inflammatory.