We all have that one spice sitting unnoticed in the back of our kitchen cabinet. For many, it’s clove—small, dark, and often unused. Despite its humble size, clove is a powerhouse.
It’s known for easing pain, reducing inflammation, and offering support to heart health.
However, like any potent remedy, its effectiveness depends entirely on how it’s used. Missteps can easily turn this helpful spice into a source of harm.
Here are seven common mistakes people make with cloves — and how to avoid them.
Mistake #1: Mistaking Numbness for an Allergy
A common scenario plays out like this: someone hears cloves help with toothaches, pops one in their mouth, and within seconds, their tongue feels numb.
They panic, thinking it’s an allergic reaction. In truth, that numbness is normal. It comes from eugenol, a compound in clove that numbs pain — it’s the same substance dentists sometimes use.
The numbness is temporary and local. Unfortunately, many people spit the clove out and never try it again, missing out on its genuine benefits due to a harmless and short-lived effect.
Mistake #2: Storing Cloves Improperly
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