CLOVES (Eugenia caryophyllata)

DESCRIPTION: Cloves contain Vitamins A, C and B-complex. Cloves also contain the minerals potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sodium. It is also one of the most powerful germicidal agents among herbs.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS: Cloves have been used to alleviate vomiting during pregnancy but always check with your physician first. Cloves will increase blood circulation, thereby improving nutrition and digestion. Oil from cloves has been used to rub on the gums to relieve toothaches. Cloves are often used for bad breath.

POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS: None at this time.

PARTS USED: Seeds

GENERAL USAGE: Cloves are helpful for halitosis (bad breath), low blood pressure, poor circulation, mucus in the colon (colitis), diarrhea, earaches, gas, indigestion, nausea, pain, spasms, toothaches, vomiting and sometimes used as a sexual stimulant.

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