CLOVE

Syzygium aromaticum

ANTIOXIDANTS | METABOLISM | ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

A “Champion Spice”, Clove features in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine and western herbalism where the essential oil is used for its carminative effect, including in pain management and as an aphrodisiac. It is also traditionally used for oral health, nausea, blood circulation, sinus conditions and joint pains. The evergreen tropical trees grow in hot and humid conditions. It takes a minimum of 6-7 years for a Clove tree to flower and it bears clusters of crimson flowers. The flower buds are first a pale hue, gradually turning green and pink when ready to harvest. Once hand-picked, the Clove buds are dried in the sun until they are a dark golden brown.

We feature Clove in our ACTIVE CORALS Ayurvedic supplement for muscle recovery and joint health. Eugenol and its derivatives found in the essential oil of Clove are the main constituents responsible for the bud’s medicinal properties. Scientific studies have identified Clove as one of the most powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. This makes it an ideal ingredient in supplements for joint pain and muscle recovery. Research has also focused on its anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties.