Clove (Laung)

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Clove (Laung)

Clove (Laung) are known to be the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family called Myrtaceae, Syzygium aromaticum. They are known to be native to the Maluku Islands present in Indonesia and are commonly used as a spice. The Clove (Laung) are used to give aroma and flavor to dishes and it is also used for the preparation of ayurvedic medicines.

These Clove (Laung) are used as Ayurvedic medicine, Chinese medicine, and western herbalism and dentistry where the essential oils are all used as an anodyne (painkiller) for dental emergencies. It is used as a carminative, for increased hydrochloric acid present in the stomach and for improving peristalsis. It is also said to be a natural anthelmintic. 

The essential oil that is all used in aromatherapy when stimulation and warming are all needed, especially for the digestive issue. The topical application of the powder over the stomach or abdomen is said to warm the digestive tract. It can also be applied to a cavity in a decayed tooth, as it helps in relieving toothache.

Benefits:

• Contain important nutrients

• High in antioxidants

• Might help in protecting cancer

• Can kill bacteria

• May enhance liver health

• It may help to regulate blood sugar

• May promote bone health

• May lower stomach ulcers

Use:

• Clove (Laung) are used for giving aromatic and flavor qualities for hot beverages, which is usually combined with some other ingredients including lemon and sugar

• Clove (Laung) are known to be a common element in spice blends

• It is also used as Ayurvedic medicine & Chinese medicine