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CLOVE
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.)
Originally used for food
preservation cloves have
since been discovered as
having many health benefits
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CLOVE |
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Cloves are used in
parasite cleansing
programs |
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Clove
was traditionally
used as a food
preserver prior to
the advent of
refrigeration.
It keeps food from
going bad and
reduces food borne
illnesses because it
has antiseptic and
anti-parasitic
properties.
Clove also soothes
digestion and
decreases gas and
bloating.
Clove tea can be
used for this
purpose. Clove
oil is a topical
pain reliever and
antiseptic. It
is usually used
today for
toothaches, mouth
sores and teething
complaints. |
Clove
can be purchased as
a loose herb, spice
or essential oil.
The loose herb can
be made into a tea
for topical
application or
internal use.
Clove may be a part
of teas for soothing
digestion. The
spice is often added
to bakery items.
The essential oil of
clove is a highly
concentrated
substance.
When using essential
oils, especially in
sensitive areas, be
sure to test the oil
first on a small
area. If
necessary, dilute
the oil in carrier
oil, such as olive,
almond or any
cooking oil.
Essential oils are
toxic when taken
internally.
Prolonged use of
topical clove oil
may lead to gum
damage. Clove may
cause an allergic
reaction when used
topically or
internally. |
Clove– QUICK
FACTS
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PARTS USED
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Flower, bud,
essential
oil. |
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APPLICATIONS |
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Toothache,
teething
pain,
indigestion,
food
preservation.
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OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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Topically,
dilute and
apply as
needed,
Internally,
tea-containing
1-2tsp of
herb per
cup.
(Clinical
doses may be
higher as
recommended
by your
practitioner). |
WORKS WELL
WITH
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Fennel,
chamomile,
calendula. |
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
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Do not use
the
essential
oil of clove
internally,
except as a
gargle or
for direct
application
to the gums.
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Do not apply
clove oil
topically
for longer
than a few
days. |
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see fit, that the information on
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