Respiratory booster Clove / Syzygium aromaticum


Clove

Scientific name: Syzygium aromaticum
Family: Myrtaceae
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Myrtales







Clove is most commonly kept in mouth to reduce the problem of asthma. From centuries, Cloves have been an integral part of household remedies to prevent cough and work best when used with black pepper, honey, jimsonweed, etc.
Produces an essential oil that may help relieve symptoms of asthma.

Nutritional Facts :

Cloves (Sygizium aromaticum), ground, Nutritive Value per 100 g.
(Source: USDA National Nutrient data base)
Principle Nutrient Value Percentage of RDA
Energy 47 Kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 10.51 g 8%
Protein 3.27 g 6%
Total Fat 0.15 g 0.5%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4 g 14%
Vitamins
Folates 68 µg 17%
Niacin 1.046 mg 6.5%
Pantothenic acid 0.338 mg 7%
Pyridoxine 0.116 mg 9%
Riboflavin 0.066 mg 5%
Thiamin 0.072 mg 6%
Vitamin A 13 IU 0.5%
Vitamin C 11.7 mg 20%
Vitamin E 0.19 mg 1%
Vitamin K 14.8 µg 12%
Electrolytes
Sodium 94 mg 6%
Potassium 370 mg 8%
Minerals
Calcium 44 mg 4%
Copper 0.231 mg 27%
Iron 1.28 mg 16%
Magnesium 60 mg 15%
Manganese 0.256 mg 11%
Phosphorus 90 mg 13%
Selenium 7.2 µg 13%
Zinc 2.32 mg 21%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-ß 8 µg --
Crypto-xanthin-ß 0 µg --
Lutein-zeaxanthin 464 µg --





Medicinal uses

  • The essential oil, eugenol in this spice has been in therapeutic use in dentistry as a local anesthetic and antiseptic for teeth and gum.
  • Eugenol also has been found to reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics, but further detailed studies required to establish its benefits.
  • Its decoction is sometimes used in treating flatulence and indigestion in traditional medicine preparations.
  • It is also thought to have a natural anti-parasite (kills intestinal worms) function.
  • The essential volatile oils function as a rubefacient, meaning that it irritates the skin and expands the blood vessels, increasing the flow of blood to make the skin feel warmer, making it a popular home remedy for arthritis and sore muscles, used either as a poultice or in hot baths.

  • Clove oil is also used in aromatherapy.

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