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Thursday, December 8, 2011

CLOVES


Cloves are the unopened pink flower buds of the evergreen clove tree.

Has an active component called eugenol -  extracts from clove is used in dentistry for Root canal therapy, fillings, and Gum pain.
It has another component along with Eugenol which serves as a mild Anesthetic
Anti-bacterial agent to treat Mouth sores, Sore throat.
High in anti-inflammatory contents.
Anti-oxidant - powerful protection against all types of Degenerative diseases such as Cancer, Heart disease, Diabetes, Arthritis, Macular Degeneration, Alzheimer's disease.  Boosts Immunity & Purifies blood.
An excellent source of vitamin K and C and omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, calcium and magnesium, protein, iron, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and hydrochloric acid.
Cloves and clove oil work are effective for some cuts, fungal infections, burns, wounds, athlete's foot and bruises.
Very good source of dietary fiber, cures many digestive problems. Helps to cure flatulence, loose stools, indigestion and nausea. Relieves the symptoms of diarrhea, gastric irritability and vomiting.


Used as Cloves & Clove oil - in food & as medicine (mouth & throat sprays).

It's a much greater substitute for Chewing gum to maintain good breath & longer.
(Added benefit - MINUS the sugar !!  Chew ON... :) )

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