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 Sign in to review this food301 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWThe body conserves on heat during cold winter months by bringing more blood into the core and allowing the temperature in the extremities to drop. Cloves are a strong diaphoretic and vasodilator bringing blood and heat back to the exterior of the body for cleansing and 'sweating' out a fever.  Cloves numb the mouth and are used topically for toothache. Despite its hot taste, inhaling while chewing a clove feels cool. Cloves increase agni without aggravating Pitta if used in moderation. They stimulate sex drive and help in premature ejaculation. Cloves are used with ginger and cardamom in cases of nausea.ABOUT CLOVESBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING CLOVES Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of cloves for FREEYou'll receive free access to our entire website including healthy recipes, nutritional diet plans, medicinal uses of ingredients, & ayurvedic health tips. Sign in once and you can use our website indefinitely..WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Are Cloves Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp SPECIES: Syzygium aromaticum FAMILY:
Myrtaceae EAT IN: FOR OCCASION: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Cloves: WARMS-ABDOMENWarms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.ANTIEMETICHerbs that reduce nausea or stop vomiting. Generally refreshing, aromatic herbs.CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth.NUMBS-ANASTHETICInhibits sensation in a particular area.ANALGESICRelieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation. Aka anodyne.ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.ANTIFIBROTICFibrosis of an organ is often a progressive leading to organ failure (i.e lungs, liver, kidney). While vulneraries usually help restore collagen, antifibrotic herbs often clear collagen. Aka fibrinolytic.WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.STRONG ANTHELMINTHIC Kills parasitic worms (hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms, etc). STRONG ANTIFUNGAL Herbs that destroy fungus. STRONG ANTIMICROBIAL An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals. ANTIBACTERIALHerbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.WARMS-EARSStimulates peripheral circulation to warm extremities, including the ears.WARMS-HEADAn herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.APHRODISIACHerbs that increase sexual arousal through various actions including increased circulation, relaxation, stimulation, or tonics that strengthen glandular health.STRONG ANTISPASMODIC Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS. 
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Cloves with these FoodsCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonWarms-chest, Analgesic, Antifungal, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Antiemetic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, DigestiveMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Warms-ears, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Warms-abdomen, Warms-head, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Warms-chestTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antifibrotic, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Vasodilator, Anthelminthic, Antifungal, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Warms-chest, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Carminative, Spleen-tonicRosemary Rosemary has these Actions in CommonAntifungal, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Warms-chest, Anthelminthic, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicAllspice Allspice has these Actions in CommonAntibacterial, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Numbs-anasthetic, Warms-chest, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Warms-headCayenne Pepper Cayenne Pepper has these Actions in CommonAntiemetic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Antifibrotic, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Warms-chestBasil Basil has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Carminative, Digestive, Warms-head, Antibacterial, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Warms-earsGarlic (raw) Garlic (raw) has these Actions in CommonAnthelminthic, Antifungal, Detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Diaphoretic, Warms-abdomen, Antifibrotic, Aphrodisiac, Expectorant, Warms-chestThyme (fresh) Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in CommonAntibacterial, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Anthelminthic, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonicMint Mint has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Analgesic, Anxiolytic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Antifungal, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, VasodilatorCompare Cloves with these Herb SupplementsHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Warms-chest, Burns-toxins, Warms-ears, Cardiac-stimulant, Warms-head, Detoxicant, Antibacterial, Diaphoretic, Antifungal, Expectorant, Antimicrobial, Grounding, Antispasmodic, VasodilatorWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Diaphoretic, Analgesic, Digestive, Antiemetic, Expectorant, Antispasmodic, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Warms-chest, Carminative, Warms-earsEpsom Salt Bath Epsom Salt Bath has these Actions in CommonCardiac-stimulant, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Expectorant, Vasodilator, Warms-chest, Antispasmodic, Warms-head, AnxiolyticDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in CommonWarms-ears, Analgesic, Warms-head, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Carminative, Digestive, Vasodilator, Warms-chestMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Diaphoretic, Analgesic, Digestive, Anthelminthic, Antibacterial, Antiemetic, Antispasmodic, CarminativeTrikatu Trikatu has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Vasodilator, Warms-abdomen, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, Carminative, DetoxicantHot Bath Hot Bath has these Actions in CommonExpectorant, Vasodilator, Warms-chest, Warms-head, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Cardiac-stimulant, DiaphoreticPennyroyal Pennyroyal has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Expectorant, Numbs-anasthetic, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Carminative, DiaphoreticYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, VasodilatorKanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink has these Actions in CommonWarms-chest, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Expectorant, VasodilatorEchinacea Echinacea has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Burns-toxins, DetoxicantCloves Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Cloves affect your temperature?
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TOXINSHow did Cloves affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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HYDRATIONHow did Cloves affect your urine frequency/quantity?
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NERVOUS-SYSTEMHow did Cloves affect your energy levels?
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DIGESTIONHow did Cloves affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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TONGUEHow did Cloves affect the cracks on your tongue?
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STOOLHow did Cloves affect your stool smell?
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URINEHow did Cloves affect your urine smell?
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SYSTEMICHow did Cloves affect your muscle tension?
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HEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for Autumn-WinterCloves is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Cloves'Do you like 'cloves'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'cloves'?301 likes Sign in to review this food
Cloves have a sweet post digestive effect (vipak). In excess they aggravate Pitta dosha.
Cloves have a sweet post digestive effect (vipak). In excess they aggravate Pitta dosha.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSCloves may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.Reproductive HealthAbortion (Past, Recent or Considering) ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Miscarriage (Past) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Premature Ejaculation How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bones, Muscles & TendonsAches & Pains - General , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Cold aggravates pain , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Foot cramps , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Hair loss / Balding , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Joint pain , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Joint pain after eating , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Nail / Toe Fungus , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tight muscles How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Respiratory Health, Lung & SinusAsthma , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bronchitis , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Laryngitis , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Ringing ears , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sore throat How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. LifestyleAvoids cold How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionBlastocystis hominis , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bloating / distension , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Discomfort in abdomen , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frequent Burping , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frequent Nausea , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Gas, irregular digestion , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. H pylori infection , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Intestinal Worms / Parasites / Protozoa / Bacteria , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irregular/small appetite , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pain lower back , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Quickly full / early satiety , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tonsillectomy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tooth ache , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Vomiting How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Heart, Blood & CirculationCandida / Yeast Infection / Thrush , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Chronic Fungus infection , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Chronic Infection , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Cold extremities , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Easily cold , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Fever (Current) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Jock Itch , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pale Tongue , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pins and Needles Hands and Feet , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Radiation (Current or Past) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Raynauld's Syndrome , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Staph infection , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Swollen lymph nodes - hips , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tingling/Numbness How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Skin CareCold aggravates my skin , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Dry skin , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Rosaceae , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Thick skin How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bowel, Poop EliminationExplosive elimination , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frothy Stool / with Bubbles , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Soft Stool , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool entirely liquid, no solid pieces , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool in mushy pieces mixed with liquid , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool thick mud , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Undigested food in stool How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Mind, Stress & SleepHeadache , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Migraines How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Kidney, Bladder & UrinaryKidney / Bladder Stones How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. 
About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |
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