Clove Leaf Essential Oil

by Michelle Smith (all rights reserved)

Clove leaf essential oil is among one of nature’s most precious natural resources, an herb possessing a sweet yet spicy fragrance.  Clove leaf essential oil is derived from an evergreen tree that is very rich in beneficial minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron, and Vitamins A & C.

Clove has physical, mental and emotional health benefits.  Clove leaf essential oil has been long used by ancient civilization for medicinal properties so while the US FDA has not evaluated the actual benefits of Clove, human beings have long used this oil with positive effects.  The American Botanical Council has reviewed Clove essential oil as an effective topical anesthetic, citing that Eugenol, a primary compound in Clove Oil has analgesic and antiseptic properties which are also used in dental plasters, dental fillings, and dental cements.

Because of its medicinal properties, Clove essential oil has the ability to treat a variety of health conditions.  Clove can be used to help purify the blood, to control blood sugar levels, and to increase blood circulation.  Clove also has antiviral properties making it an effective use on skin conditions such as acne.  Along with its antiviral properties, Clove also has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to clear nasal passages and treat simple respiratory conditions such as colds and more serious conditions such as bronchitis, asthma and tuberculosis.

Clove is also effective with easing the symptoms of health conditions such as easing nausea, soothing earaches (when mixed with a carrier oil), and relieving headaches (when mixed with salt and applied to the front of the head)

For emotional and mental conditions, Clove is beneficial for relieving stress, exhaustion mental fatigue, memory loss, insomnia and anxiety.  Clove essential oil can be taken internally or diffused into the air to ease and/or relieve any of these conditions.  The aromatic effects are powerful

When considering treating oneself holistically for any of the mentioned emotional, mental or physical conditions or health issues, consider Clove.  It’s a powerful herb with a long history.  While herbs such as Clove can be very beneficial, they can sometimes counteract with medications.  If you are taking medications or are pregnant, always consult with your doctor and don’t forget to read the directions on the packaging of the herb or essential oil you are using.