Aromatic Christmas cloves are used in cooking and go well with cinnamon, bay leaves, black pepper, cucumber, cumin and coriander. They are used to make biscuits, desserts, sweets, ice creams, juices, compotes or cakes. Nelgiteri is used for pickling cucumbers, cabbage, carrots and beetroot..
NELG HEALTH BENEFITS:
Cloves contain a lot of essential oil, vitamins A, B1, B2, PP and vitamins C.
minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sodium, phosphorus and iron.
1. Stimulates digestion – helps release gastric juices and enzymes.
Improves digestive function – reduces gas, stomach sensitivity, dyspepsia and nausea.
2. Has antibacterial properties.
Clove and its extract kill pathogenic bacteria.
3. Has anti-cancer properties, especially against lung cancer.
The o
lean oleic acid inhibits tumour development and eugenol reduces the risk of cervical cancer.
4. Protects the liver – cloves contain beneficial antioxidants that neutralise free radicals and have a specific positive effect on liver function. 4.
5. Useful for diabetics – helps keep blood sugar levels stable.
6. Strengthens bones – the substances in cloves help maintain proper bone density and essential minerals.
7. Boosts immunity – Ayurveda uses dried cloves to boost immunity.
It also stimulates the release of white blood cells, thereby activating immunity.
8. The clove has anti-inflammatory effects. It reduces inflammatory processes and pain throughout the body.
9. Maintain good oral hygiene and dental health.
It is recommended to chew dry cloves in case of toothache.
10. Natural aphrodisiac.
11. May help with nausea.
12. Strong antiseptic.
