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Cloves

What are Cloves?

Cloves are the dried flower buds of the evergreen tree that is native to the The Maluku Islands in Indonesia. The trees can grow up to 26-40 feet tall and begin flowering after six years. When these flower buds turn bright red, they are ready for harvesting. Mature trees can bear fruit for more than 80 years. Cloves have been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine.

Benefits of Cloves

Though cloves are commonly used as a spice, they have many great health benefits. They are a great source of fiber, antioxidants, vitamin K, potassium, beta-carotene and manganese. Cloves are believed to:

  • Stabilize blood sugar levels
  • Protecting against free radicals
  • Promote oral health
  • Improve liver function
  • Promote bone health
  • Reduce inflammation