Benefits of Drinking Clove Water at Night

Clove is a common spice used in our kitchens. There was a time when clove seeds were considered more valuable than gold. If you drink clove tea at night, it can be beneficial in several ways. It helps with digestion, improves sleep quality, and strengthens the immune system.

Historically, clove was once exchanged for gold and has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2,000 years. In early dentistry, before anesthetics were available, clove oil was used to numb teeth due to its analgesic effects, making it helpful for dental surgeries—just like modern dentists use lidocaine today. You can apply clove oil to your gums if you have a cavity or exposed nerve, as it helps numb the area.

Health Benefits of Clove

One of the best things about cloves is that they have almost no side effects and contain antibacterial, antifungal, anti-candida, and antiviral properties. When applied to teeth, they not only numb the area but also fight bacteria and fungal growth. Many mouthwashes, toothpaste, and gingivitis products contain clove oil. Some studies suggest that clove oil increases blood flow and boosts digestive enzymes, which aid digestion.

A study compared clove oil with benzocaine, a topical painkiller used by dentists, and found that clove oil was just as effective. Another study showed that eugenol, the active compound in clove oil, was as effective as hydrocortisone in reducing swelling and skin redness.

The best part? You probably already have cloves in your kitchen spice shelf—you just need to know how to use them properly!

Different Uses of Clove

1. For Toothache & Oral Health

Chew a single clove or apply clove oil using a cotton swab to the affected tooth or gums.

It helps numb the pain and protects the area from bacteria.

2. For Muscle & Joint Pain

Mix 2-3 drops of clove oil with olive oil or coconut oil and massage it onto sore muscles or joints.

Alternatively, mix 2-3 drops with Epsom salt and water for added pain relief.

3. For Lip Care & Cold Sores

Mix 2-3 drops of clove oil with coconut oil and apply it as a lip balm.

Clove oil helps heal cold sores caused by the herpes virus due to its antiviral properties.

4. As a Natural Mosquito Repellent

Mix 2-3 drops of clove oil with water and rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle.

Use it as a body spray or apply it to animals on farms to protect them from flies and mosquitoes.

How to Make Clove Tea (Kahwa)

1. Take 4-5 cloves and add them to one cup of water.

2. Boil the water, then simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.

3. Let it cool for one hour, then drink it.

4. You can make a larger quantity and store it overnight for morning use.

For children, add a little honey to sweeten the taste.

Additional Benefits of Clove Tea

Detoxifies the liver by stimulating enzymes that break down toxins.

Aids digestion, reducing bloating, gas, and indigestion.

Helps with respiratory issues like bronchitis, mucus buildup, colds, and asthma.

Supports heart health by improving blood circulation.

Boosts immunity due to its antibacterial properties.

Acts as a natural sedative, improving sleep quality without the side effects of sleeping pills.

Final Thoughts

Clove water is a powerful natural remedy with no harmful side effects. You can also use clove oil for skin care by mixing 2-3 drops with aloe vera gel and applying it to wounds to speed up healing.

Try making this clove tea and share your feedback! Until next time, take care. Allah Hafiz.