Cloves are the flower buds of the clove tree, an evergreen also known as Syzygiumaromaticum. Found in both whole and ground forms, this versatile spice can be used to season pot roasts, add flavor to hot beverages and bring spicy warmth to cookies and cakes. You may know cloves as one of the main ingredients in gingerbread baked goods or a staple spice in Indian cuisine. In addition to their sweet, aromatic flavor, cloves are known for their potent medicinal properties.

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• Cloves are the flower buds of the clove tree.
• Cloves are best known as a sweet and aromatic spice, but they have also been used in traditional medicine.
• People often include ground cloves in spice mixes and whole cloves in recipes to add depth and flavor to a wide variety of foods.

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• Cloves are a great source of beta-carotene, which helps give them their rich brown color. The carotene family of pigments are important antioxidants and provitamins. Carotene pigments can convert into vitamin A, an important nutrient for keeping your eyes healthy.
• Eugenol, an anti-inflammatory compound in cloves has been shown to reduce the inflammatory response in the body, reducing the risk of diseases such as arthritis and helping to manage symptoms.
• Eugenol is also a potent antioxidant. Cloves are full of antioxidants. These compounds help your body to fight free radicals, which damage your cells and can lead to disease.