3. Clove Water with Cinnamon & Star Anise — For Deep Lung Detox
Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp whole cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 3 star anise pods
• 2 cups water
How to make it:
- Add all ingredients to a pot.
- Boil for 10–15 minutes.
- Let cool and leave overnight to infuse.
- Strain and refrigerate.
How to drink:
• ½ cup in the morning on an empty stomach
• ½ cup before bed
Benefits:
✔️ Kills bacteria and fungi in the lungs
✔️ Reduces inflammation in airways
✔️ Acts as a natural expectorant
✔️ Helps with chronic coughing, bronchitis, and sinus infections
✔️ Supports the liver and digestion at the same time
Precautions & Safety Tips
⚠️ Do NOT consume cloves in excess — they are strong and may irritate the stomach.
⚠️ Avoid if you have stomach ulcers or severe gastritis.
⚠️ Pregnant or breastfeeding women should limit consumption to mild tea only.
⚠️ People on blood thinner medication (ex: warfarin) should consult a doctor before using cloves regularly.
⚠️ Do not give concentrated clove remedies to children under 5.
⚠️ Clove essential oil should never be ingested directly.