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Aromatic, Christmas-scented cloves are used in cooking and are suitable with cinnamon, bay leaves and black peppercorns, turmeric, cumin, coriander. They are used to make biscuits, desserts, sweets, ice cream, juices, compotes and cakes. They are added to pickles such as cucumbers, cabbage, carrots, beetroot
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CLOVES:
Cloves are rich in essential oil and vitamins A, B1, B2, РР; minerals – magnesium, calcium, sodium, phosphorus, iron.
1. Stimulates digestion – helps release gastric juices and enzymes. Improves gastrointestinal function by reducing gas, gastric sensitivity, dyspepsia and nausea.
2. Anti-bacterial properties. Cloves and their extract kill pathogenic bacteria
3. Has anti-cancer properties, especially in the prevention of lung cancer. Oleanolic acid is also known to inhibit the development of tumours and eugenol reduces the risk of cervical cancer.
4. Protects the liver – cloves contain beneficial antioxidants that neutralise free radicals and have specific-positive effects on liver function
5. Beneficial for diabetics – helps maintain stable blood sugar levels
6. Supports strong bones – clove substances help maintain proper bone density and essential minerals
7. Strengthens immunity – In Ayurveda, dried cloves are used to strengthen immunity. It also stimulates a greater secretion of white blood cells, thus activating immunity.
8. Fights inflammation, reduces inflammatory processes and pain throughout the body.
9. Useful for good oral hygiene and dental health. It is recommended to chew dry cloves if you have a toothache.
10. A natural aphrodisiac
11. May help with nausea
12. Strong antiseptic
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