Additional Info
Health benefits of clove oilClove is rich in minerals such as calcium, hydrochloric acid, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, and vitamin A and vitamin C.
The health benefits of clove oil include the following:
Infections: Due to its antiseptic properties,
clove oil is useful for wound, cuts, scabies, athlete�s foot, fungal
infections, bruises, prickly heat, scabies, and other types of injuries.
It can also be used for treating insect bites and stings. Clove oil is
very strong in nature and should always be used in diluted form, and
furthermore, it should not be used by people with unusually sensitive
skin.
Dental care: The most prominent use of clove oil is in dental care.
The germicidal properties of the oil make it very effective for
relieving dental pain, tooth ache, sore gums and mouth ulcers. Clove oil
contains the compound eugenol, which has been used in dentistry for
many years. Gargling with diluted clove oil helps in easing throat pain
and irritation. The characteristic smell of clove oil also helps to
eliminate bad breath. Clove is also effective against cavities, and
traditionally, in India, clove oil was added to a small cotton ball and
put at the end of the tooth which has the cavity every day before going
to sleep. The cavity would vanish in a few days. As a result, clove oil
is added to numerous dental products and medications, including
mouthwash and tooth paste. Dentists also mix clove oil with zinc oxide
to prepare a white, filling material as a temporary alternative to a
root canal. But be careful, clove oil is very strong and can cause burns
inside your mouth if used incorrectly.
Recent studies and careful consideration of the power of clove oil
have resulted in it being used as a soothing balm on infants who are teething.
In extremely diluted form, it can be applied to a baby�s gums, and the
antiseptic and soothing qualities of the oil can ease their pain and
reduce their discomfort.
Skin care: Clove oil is often recommended for skin care,
especially for acne patients. The effects are best achieved when the
oil is used in liquid form and spread on a clean, dry rag. You will find
clove oil in many products for lessening the effects of aging, like
wrinkles, sagging skin, and facial rejuvenation for the eyes because of
its rejuvenating and stimulating properties, which can increase blood
flow to unhealthy skin and make it look young again! Headache: Clove oil, when mixed with salt and
applied on the forehead, gives a cooling effect and helps in getting
relief from headaches. Clove oil has many flavonoids within it, which
are anti-inflammatory
agents. When topically applied to the temples or neck, that
anti-inflammatory quality will ease the inflammation or tension that so
often brings about headaches. For the same reason, clove oil is used as a
pain reliever on other parts of the body, like joints and overworked
muscles, to provide some relief from painful inflammation or swelling.
Respiratory problems: Clove oil has a cooling and anti inflammatory effect,
and is frequently used to clear the nasal passage. This expectorant is a
useful treatment for various respiratory disorders including coughs,
colds, bronchitis, asthma, sinusitis, and tuberculosis. Chewing a clove
bud is traditionally recommended to soothe sore throats.
Ear ache: A mixture of warm clove oil and sesame oil
is a good remedy for earaches. The clove flower is the source of that
beneficial additive of this already powerful essential oil. Diffusing
is a great way to get this healing oil blend into the air.
- Vaporizers
- In vapor therapy, Clove oil is useful for boosting the immune system.
Its antiviral properties and ability to purify blood increases
resistance to a multitude of diseases, because the antioxidants in clove
essential oil scavenge the body of dangerous free radicals that cause a
multitude of diseases like heart disease and certain types of cancer.
- Blended massage oil or in the bath
- As a blended massage oil or used in the bath, Clove Oil is aphrodisiac
in nature and therefore serves as an excellent stress reliever. It has a
stimulating effect on the mind and removes mental exhaustion and
fatigue.
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Insect Repellent: Clove oil is commonly used as a component in bug repellent
and insect-repelling candles because the vapor is very potent for the
olfactory senses of many insects. Traditionally, a few drops of clove
oil were placed on the bedsheets at night to keep bugs away.
Cosmetics: Clove oil is often added in cosmetic
creams and lotions, and it is commonly known as a good massage oil that
provides relief from pain and stress.
Clove cigarettes: Usage of clove in making
cigarettes is a new trend all over the world, although traditionally,
clove was added to cigarettes in Indonesia. Smokers incorrectly feel
that the numerous health benefits of clove would nullify the ill effects
of smoking, whereas the natural elements in
clove cigarettes only reduce the harmful impacts, but smoking clove cigarettes can still be carcinogenic.
Flavoring Agent: Along with trying to benefit from
cloves� digestive properties, the essential oil is also added to food
items due to its rich flavor. It is added in a multitude of Indian
dishes, pickles, sauces, spice cakes, and many other cultural foods.
Soap: Due to its powerful aroma, soothing effect and
antiseptic properties, clove oil is often added when making soap and
can often be found as an active ingredient.
Perfumes: Clove oil is also used in making perfumes because of its powerful and unique aroma.
Many people believe that clove oil is useful in preventing and treating cancer. However, the American Cancer Society
clearly mentions that there is no scientific evidence on the curative
properties of clove oil. It is also claimed by many that clove oil is
useful in treating viral hepatitis, but again, further research must be
conducted.
Aromatherapy: Clove oil blends well with many essential oils including basil essential oil, rosemary essential oil, rose oil, cinnamon essential oil, grapefruit essential oil, lemon essential oil, nutmeg essential oil, peppermint essential oil, orange essential oil, lavender essential oil, geranium essential oil. This makes clove oil a popular element in aromatherapy and other herbal combinations.
Test for sensitivity. Diluting this essential oil in vegetable or carrier oil
before applying to the skin is recommended. The bottom of the feet is
always the safest place to use and test oils, especially on children and
those with known sensitivities or allergies. For your health and safety
always test first!
Risks? One should be careful while using clove oil,
because it is very strong even in small quantities and must be diluted
before application or ingestion. Since eugenol (a main part of clove
essential oil) is not very common, some people discover violent
allergies when taking too much at once. Use small amounts of any
essential oil if you have never used it before.
Furthermore, preliminary risks of clove oil include some intestinal
discomfort, which is most common in children, and in the most serious
cases, has even been connected to kidney and liver failure. Finally,
clove oil can cause blood sugar to drop, so diabetics should be
cautious, and pregnant women and those who are nursing should not use
clove oil, as it is not clear whether this strong compound passes to the
infant in the breast milk. As with any change to diet or nutritional
supplement, it is best to consult a doctor before administering or
adding to your daily or weekly regimen.
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