Clove tea is a traditional herbal drink made by steeping dried cloves in hot water. Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of the clove tree, known scientifically as Syzygium aromaticum. They have been used in traditional cooking and herbal practices for generations.
Cloves contain several natural compounds, including eugenol, which has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties in laboratory studies. Cloves also contain plant compounds that researchers are investigating for their potential effects on inflammation and overall health.
However, it is important to distinguish traditional uses and laboratory findings from benefits demonstrated in human clinical trials. Clove tea has not been proven to treat or cure diseases, and claims that it cleanses the lungs or fights every infection are not supported by strong clinical evidence.
1. May Provide Antioxidant Compounds
Cloves contain antioxidant compounds that help researchers understand how plants may protect cells from oxidative damage. Drinking clove tea can provide exposure to some of these compounds, although the amount extracted into the water varies.
