Cloves Whole

Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum)

Taste: Pungent, Sweet, Warm, Spicy

Energetics: Warming, Drying, Stimulating

Actions: Analgesic, Antiseptic, Antioxidant, Carminative, Expectorant, Anti-inflammatory, Immune Stimulant, Digestive Tonic

Affinities: Digestive System, Respiratory System, Nervous System, Immune System

Preparations: Powder, Essential Oil, Herbal Infusion, Tincture, Decoction

Contraindications: Use with caution during pregnancy, especially in large doses, due to potential uterine stimulation. Caution in individuals with gastrointestinal conditions like ulcers, as clove may irritate the stomach lining.

Herb-Drug Interaction: May interact with blood-thinning medications due to its anticoagulant properties. Also, use with caution when taking medications that affect blood sugar levels as clove may lower blood sugar.