Kochi, India (CU)_ Cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and a variety of other spices are a permanent fixture in every Indian kitchen. These spices are known for their pleasant aroma and have a wide range of applications in our daily cooking. From masala chai to curries and dals, practically everything we cook in our kitchens has spices. Additionally, their therapeutic value also contributes to their popularity. Indian spices are nutrient-dense and have been used in traditional medicine for ages. When used appropriately, these spices may help enhance immunity, avoid seasonal infections, and nourish us from the inside out. Luke Coutinho, celebrity nutritionist and life coach, also recommends the same. He recently took to Instagram to share the advantages of cloves.
Cloves are one of the most used spices in our kitchen. Apart from its broad culinary use, clove is also an effective home treatment for coughs, colds, headaches, and other ailments. It is rich in anti-inflammatory, antiviral, carminative, and antiflatulent characteristics that aid in the prevention of colds and flu. Dr. Ashutosh Gautam from Baidyanath discussed the benefits of cloves. He said, “Clove (and clove oil) is one of the richest sources of antioxidants. It is used as an antiseptic and pain reliever especially for toothaches and stomach pain.”
Additionally, Luke Coutinho revealed that cloves, when consumed in the proper dose, can help regulate sugar cravings. This sweet spice includes nigericin, a compound that has been shown to increase insulin sensitivity, which reduces our cravings for sweets. Additionally, he noted that cloves can also be a remedy for toothache, bad breath, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, and other issues.
You can start consuming cloves in the following way. Luke Coutinho also provided detailed instructions on how to consume cloves effectively. He stated that instead of chewing or swallowing cloves, sucking on one or two cloves for sometime will be effective. He added, “While it works for most people, it may not work for you…if it suits you do it, if not then don’t”.
