- cups of water
- 4–5 whole cloves
- A small amount of honey, if desired
Preparation
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the whole cloves.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
- Strain the liquid.
- Add a small amount of honey if you prefer a sweeter taste.
The resulting drink can be enjoyed as a warm, flavorful beverage.
It should not be considered a medical treatment.
What About Clove Steam?
Some traditional remedies recommend adding cloves to hot water and inhaling the steam.
However, there is an important safety consideration here.
Steam inhalation can cause serious burns, particularly if a person places their face too close to hot water.
There is also no strong evidence that clove steam “detoxifies” the body.
For these reasons, steam inhalation should not be considered a necessary health treatment.
Clove Oil Requires Extra Care
Clove oil is much more concentrated than whole cloves.
Applying
