2. Clove Steam Inhalation – For Clear Breathing & Glowing Skin
A spa-like treatment that clears your lungs and brightens your face.
What You Need:
1 pot of boiling water
6–8 whole cloves
A towel
How to Do It:
Boil water and add cloves
Remove from heat
Lean over the pot, drape a towel over your head
Breathe deeply for 5–10 minutes
Benefits:
Clears nasal passages
Loosens mucus
Opens pores and detoxifies skin
Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil for extra respiratory support.
3. DIY Clove Tincture – For Oral Pain Relief
A natural, long-lasting remedy for toothaches and gum pain.
Ingredients:
¼ cup dried whole cloves
1 cup high-proof alcohol (vodka or grain alcohol)
How to Make It:
Place cloves in a glass jar
Pour alcohol over them (fully submerged)
Seal and store in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks, shaking daily
Strain and store in a dark dropper bottle
To Use:
Apply 1–2 drops directly to the affected area (dilute with coconut oil if sensitive)
Shelf life: Up to 2 years when stored properly.
Safety Tips & Precautions
Cloves are safe in culinary amounts, but medicinal use requires care.
Don’t use undiluted clove oil on skin or gums
Can cause burns or irritation
Avoid during pregnancy
High doses may affect hormone levels or uterine tone
Not recommended for young children
Can cause liver toxicity in large amounts
Patch test first
Some people are allergic to eugenol
Stop if you feel burning or numbness
Even natural remedies can be too strong
When in doubt, consult your healthcare provider — especially if you have a medical condition or take medications.
Final Thoughts: Cloves Are More Than a Spice — They’re a Natural Medicine Cabinet
We treat spices like extras — flavor boosters, not healers.
But cloves?
They’re medicine in bud form.
A pantry staple with the power to:
Soothe pain
Fight infection
Aid digestion
And support your body from the inside out
So next time you reach for that tiny jar of cloves…
Don’t just add it to your stew.
Let it heal you.
Because sometimes, the most powerful remedies aren’t in a bottle.
They’re in your kitchen, your tea, and your steam.
And once you unlock the natural power of cloves?
You’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.
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