Herbs
Cloves (Eugenia Caryophyllata)
| A.K.A.: |
Mothers Clove |
| Part Used: |
Seeds and Flower bud |
| Properties: |
Alterative, Analgesic, Anodyne, Anthelmintic, Antibacterial, Antiemetic, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Ecpectorant, Gericide, Rubefcient, Stimulant, Stomachic |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Vitamins A, B-complex and C |
| Primary Uses: |
Breath/odor, Catarrh/bronchial, Circulation/poor, Dizziness, Ear ache, Nausea, Toothaches |
| Secondary Uses: |
Blood pressure/low, Colitis, Diarrhea, Dysentery, Epilepsy, Gas, Indigestion, Pain, Palsy, Spasms, Vomiting, Sex Drive/inhibited |
Oil of Cloves is anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, and antifungal. Cloves contain one of the most powerful germicidal agents in the herbal kingdom. A few drops of clove oil in water will stop vomiting, and clove tea will relieve nausea. The oil of cloves is also a diffusive stimulant and disinfectant.
Clove blossoms and clove oil have been used traditionally to relieve pain from toothache and dental treatment. Clove oil is combined with Zinc oxide to make an analgesic paste. However, the oil should be avoided in treating pain due to root canal work, since it may cause inflammation.
- Cloves are considered safe and effective enough to be used for discomfort during pregnancy.
- Known to increase circulation of the blood, thereby helping to promote digestion and nutrition.
- Do not give clove oil to infants or children under the age of six as it can cause gastric upset or excitement.
- Clove oil is very strong and should be diluted in water or another type of oil, such as olive oil.
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