Purpose of Clove Oil

Clove oil comes from a flower bud off an evergreen tree. People use it for its medicinal purposes and in cosmetic products, and add it to many foods for its flavor.

Benefits

• Clove oil contains calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin C and many other nutrients. The oil is used in dental care to help relieve dental pain. It also helps relieve stomach problems and headaches.

History

• The ancient Indian and Chinese people used clove oil and spread it over the world around the seventh century. The Latin name is clavus, meaning nail.

Warning

• Clove oil is very strong product and should be diluted with water. Side effects when taken by mouth not diluted in large doses include vomiting, sore throat, difficulty breathing, kidney failure and liver failure.