Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast What Would Happen If You Chewed ONE Clove Daily
Dec 20, 2024
Chewing one clove daily can unleash a treasure trove of health benefits. With its key component, eugenol, clove serves as a natural painkiller, mimicking the effects of lidocaine for toothaches. It's not just for teeth; its anti-inflammatory properties may help with arthritis and joint pain too. Notably, cloves are potent against bacteria, fungi, and even resistant pathogens, potentially rivaling antibiotics. Plus, they could assist in regulating blood sugar levels, making them a fascinating ally in health and wellness.
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Clove's Painkilling and Anti-inflammatory Properties
- Cloves contain eugenol, which acts as a natural painkiller, similar to lidocaine.
- It has anti-inflammatory properties, working systemically for conditions like arthritis.
Clove's Antimicrobial Effects
- Clove has potent antimicrobial effects, even against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
- Clove oil can break down biofilms, allowing the immune system to destroy bacteria.
Additional Benefits of Clove
- Clove improves insulin sensitivity, similar to metformin, and has cancer-fighting properties.
- It also detoxifies the liver and thins the blood, much like aspirin.