Herbs & Spices

🌸 Cloves: A Warming Herb of Strength & Protection

Cloves are tiny — but mighty. Used historically for healing, preserving food, and ceremonial anointing, cloves are packed with antibacterial, immune-boosting, and pain-relieving properties.

Cloves remind us that even the smallest gifts from God can carry great power.

“Do not despise the day of small beginnings.” — Zechariah 4:10


🌟 Clove Benefits

✅ 1. Toothache & Oral Health

Clove oil contains eugenol, a natural anesthetic and antimicrobial.

Helps with:

  • Tooth pain
  • Gum irritation
  • Oral bacteria
  • Freshening breath

Dentists historically used clove oil before modern anesthetics existed.


✅ 2. Immune Support

Cloves fight harmful microbes and strengthen the body’s defense system.

Perfect during cold & flu season.


✅ 3. Digestion & Gas Relief

Cloves stimulate digestive enzymes and calm the gut.

Helps with:

  • Nausea
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Slow digestion

✅ 4. Anti-Inflammatory & Antioxidant

Cloves have some of the highest antioxidant levels of any spice.

Supports healing from:

  • Inflammation
  • Oxidative stress
  • Pain

🍵 Healing Clove Tea

Ingredients:

  • 3–4 whole cloves
  • Cinnamon stick (optional)
  • Hot water
  • Honey

Steep 8 minutes and sip. Great for digestion, immunity, and warmth.


🦷 Clove for Toothache Relief

Dilute clove essential oil in coconut oil. Apply gently to gum — never use undiluted.


⚠️ Safety

Avoid high doses internally. Pregnant women should limit medicinal amounts.


🙏 Faith Reflection

Cloves teach us that strength can be small, yet mighty — just like faith.

“If you have faith as small as a mustard seed…” — Matthew 17:20