CEYLON WHOLE CLOVES 100% Organic Sun Dried Herb Pure Natural High Quality Spice

Description: CEYLON WHOLE CLOVES 100% Organic Sun Dried Herb Pure Natural High Quality Spice Ceylon Clove from Sri Lanka History of Clove Trading and Cultivation Clove, one of the most prized and expensive spices from the ancient times, is native to the Maluku Islands or the Moluccas in the Indonesian Archipelago. Although the time and manner of introduction of cloves into Sri Lanka are not known, the general belief is that the Arabs or colonists brought the crop to the island as Sri Lanka was a major market for spices. Along with nutmeg and pepper, clove was highly prized in the Roman Era. Cloves were traded by Arabs in the Middle ages but in the 15th century, Portugal took over the trade. The Portuguese brought large quantities of cloves to Europe mainly from the Maluku Islands and valued it at seven grams of gold per kilogram. Later on, the Spanish, and then the Dutch dominated the trade until the seventeenth century. The French introduced clove to Mauritius in the year 1770. Afterwards, clove cultivation was introduced to Guiana, Zanzibar, West Indies and most of Brazil. Producing Clove Oil Clove oil can be extracted from the plant leaves, stem, and buds of the tree, through steam distillation. Generally, clove oil is obtained by the distillation of flower buds, inflorescence parts, and the leaves. Clove oil obtained from the bud is colourless while oil manufactured by the stem is a slightly yellowish liquid which gets darker with age and exposure to the light. Meanwhile, clove leaf oil, a dark brown liquid obtained by the distillation of the dry leaves, is the main traded clove oil and is widely used to produce eugenol. Uses of Clove and Clove Oil Clove is largely used as dried whole buds. Ground clove is a major ingredient in curry mixtures, and clove oil is used for flavouring food, in the pharmaceutical industry, and in the perfume industry. Cloves are used either whole or ground to add flavour for both sweet and savoury foods in pickling and the production of sauces and ketchup. It is also used in the cigarette industry as a flavouring agent. Shapes and Sizes Clove is available in many forms in the market. A clove is made out of the stem and bulbous head. The best quality cloves are screened manually and selected by hand and are exported as hand-picked cloves to the global market. The ground cloves can also be known as the powdered version of cloves. Cloves consist of high capacity of oil content. This oil which gives cloves their fragrance is known as Eugenol. Eugenol has turned out to be an essential component when it comes to the production of perfumes, toothpaste, mouthwashes, and cosmetic items. Clove oil can be extracted from either the leaves, stems or the buds. The process can either involve water distillation or the CO2 extraction method where instead of steam, CO2 is used as a solvent in the later process. Oil extracted through the C02 method is usually thicker. Cloves from Sri Lanka, identified with its geographical indication of Ceylon Cloves, are available as clove oil and clove pods. Health Benefits of Clove Products Clove pods and essential oils offer many health benefits including; Benefits digestive system Soothes mental tensions Regulates blood sugar Soothes acne Improves liver health Improves scalp health Improves oral health Rejuvenates skin Improves respiratory tract health Find out more about the health benefits of clove Uses of Clove Clove has been a popular spice and essential oil for at least four centuries, traded across Indian Ocean trade routes through Africa to Europe. First used as a food additive, a preservative and a rubbing oil clove based products are used across industries, today. Food and Beverage Industry Clove pods, powder, and oil have always been a popular food additive celebrated for its sharp flavour and aroma. Ground cloves are mostly used as a spice since they are easily blended with other ingredients than whole cloves. With a shelf life of six to twelve months, cloves are a popular ingredient in many dishes across the world. While clove power and pods are used mainly in the preparation of foods and confectioneries, clove oil is used to flavour tea, coffee and other beverages such as wine. Clove is added to various types of wine to increase its aroma and flavour and is a unique speciality in the wine world. Cloves are also used in the production of a special type of cigarettes known as Kreteks, which are considered to be safer since they lack toxic chemicals. Made out of 60% to 80% of tobacco and 20% to 40% of ground clove oil, these cigarettes are mainly made in Indonesia, where additional spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and cumin are also used in the production process. Pharmaceutical Industry Cloves hold a prominent place as an ingredient for medical and oral health products. It is a common ingredient in toothpaste and mouth rinse because of its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Cloves are used in the production of dental gels that treat a range of oral conditions from gum issues to oral ulcers and periodontitis. Clove oil cream is another medicinal product used especially on Anal fissures. Similar creams are made using clove oil and are used to treat premature ejaculation. Since Eugenol in cloves can be repellent against certain insects such as mosquitoes it is the main ingredient present in mosquito repellent and the power to keep away mosquitoes for around 5 hours when applied on the skin. Cosmetic Industry Clove's prominent use in the cosmetics industry is mainly due to its remarkable fragrance and numerous benefits it has on the skin and hair health. Rich with Vitamins C and A, Potassium, Manganese, Phosphorous, Iron, and sodium clove oil is a potent treatment against acne and skin blemishes and helps the skin retain its elasticity. Therefore, it is used in the production of cosmetic items such as Ointments, lotions, scrubs, bath bombs and bath teas. Eugenol derived from clove oil is also used in soap and provides exfoliating and antimicrobial properties. Cloves positive effects on hair and scalp also make it a widely used ingredient in hair conditioner and hair oil. The spicy and musky aroma caused by Eugenol, Eugenyl acetate, and Caryophyllene in clove, makes it an essential ingredient in the production of fragrance and perfume. A fragrance that contains clove oil and essence is considered to be more stimulating and is even considered an aphrodisiac in popular culture. Alternative Medicine Widely used as a pain reliever and a mild anaesthetic, clove oil is a popular ingredient used in manufacturing various types of drugs and connotations. Clove oil is widely used in aromatherapy to relieve pain, stress, tension, and induce relaxation and sleep. Furthermore, clove oil is used in mouth rinses to relieve bad breath and promote oral health. Preservative Clove oil is often used on paintings as a preservative for water-based mediums such as watercolour, egg tempera, glue, and casein. The effect it has on paintings as a retarder for oil paint drying is still on the discussion as some artists have found out that it creates a film layer on top of the painting with time and makes the painting darker when exposed to sunlight. Health Benefits of Cloves Elaborating on the medicinal value of clove oil, it must be noted that it is an important natural antibacterial drug. It is used in many ﬁelds, including dentistry, pharmaceuticals, and aromatherapy. It is used as an analgesic, antiseptic, warming, disinfectant, and antibacterial because it inhibits the growth or kills most pathogens, such as E.scherichia coli, Mycobacterium phlei, Bacillus subtilis, Streptococcus aureus, Aspergillus niger, Penicillium chrysogenum. Clove oil is recommended for inhalation in the treatment of sore throat, colds, catarrh and inﬂammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. It also helps in the treatment of any breathing problems, general weakness and neuralgia. Clove oil also has antioxidant effects, which renders it a convenient and accessible source of natural antioxidants in food supplements and pharmaceutical preparations. Clove oil has anticonvulsant effects as well, which were already known in Persian folk medicine. The cloves were there used as a cure for epilepsy as narrated by the Arab physician Avicenna who lived in the late tenth and eleventh century. Owing to its potent medicinal effects, clove oil is an ingredient of many pharmaceutical preparations, ointments and painkillers. It is also a substrate for the production of dental analgesic preparations. In combination with zinc oxide, it is used to ﬁll cavities in teeth. In addition, clove oil is included in mouthwash and gum liquids, toothpaste, and preparations for disinfection of hands. Clove oil boosts concentration and efﬁciency of thinking. In addition, it revitalizes, energizes, exhibits analgesic and serves as an “aphrodisiac”. It’s also a natural food preservative due to its antibacterial and antifungal effects. Benefits Digestive System Cloves have been widely used in Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal medicine to treat a multitude of digestive tract conditions and have been a potent home remedy against flatulence, hiccups, and motion sickness. The high presence of Eugenol helps to reduce the occurrence of food poisoning through Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Salmonella, E.coli. As well as fighting against food poisoning, Eugenol’s antimicrobial properties make cloves a spice that helps food preservation. (1) Clove has been found to increase the production of gastric mucus, protecting the internal lining of the stomach, duodenum, or oesophagus from peptic ulcers. (2) In addition, clove extracts have been found to exhibit effects similar to anti-ulcer medications (3) which also accounts for its positive effect on gut health. (4) Regulate Blood Sugar Diabetes weakens the pancreatic cells that create insulin, leaving the body without sufficient insulin for normal functioning. Clove oil helps to maintain these insulin levels as it regulates the postprandial insulin and glucose response mechanisms. (5) According to research, the polyphenol in clove extracts, especially in clove oil, works in three different ways to regulate the blood sugar level. (6) Helps mucus cells of the digestive tracts to absorb 63% more glucose, consequently reducing the glucose levels in blood circulation Restraining the glucose production in liver cells Restraining the activities of digestive enzymes that break down complex carbohydrates and sucrose into glucose. Therefore, clove extracts can effectively control the blood sugar levels after meals, reduce fasting glucose levels, while increasing glucose consumption. Improves Liver Health Repeated studies have found clove extracts to improve liver health, protecting the liver cells against inflammation and degeneration. (7) The compound Eugenol found in clove has been found to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in liver cells while reversing the signs of liver cirrhosis. Incidentally, research has also found to reduce the inflammation and oxidative stress in liver cells caused by binge drinking (8) while antioxidants in clove also reduced oxidative stress in liver stress. However, overconsumption of Eugenol can have negative effects on the liver and can cause permanent liver damage. Improves Oral Health Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum swelling caused by Gingivitis, a gum disease that is caused by bacteria build up around the gum line. Clove oil, which is rich with antiseptic and antibacterial quality can reduce the swelling and pain in the affected areas when applied and massaged gently. Chewing cloves also can relieve pain since it releases the clove extract within the mouth. (9) (10) Clove is a proven treatment for mouth ulcers and small lesions that occur under the tongue, inside lips or cheeks, or at the bottom part of the gums. Rinsing with clove oil mixed water or chewing cloves is a proven treatment for small oral lesions and ulcers. Clove oil and clove pods also relieve toothaches when placed directly in contact with the affected tooth or applied on the tooth using a cotton wool ball and regularly rinsing the mouth with warm water mixed with clove oil can help to improve oral health and remove bad breath. Improves Respiratory Tract Health Effectiveness of clove oil in reducing the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections has been widely recorded in research. (11) , (12) Clove oil mixed vapour works as an expectorant, loosening mucus in the throat and oesophagus and allows the removal of mucus through the mouth. The same effect can be gained by drinking clove infused black tea. Moreover, the anti-inflammatory properties of Cloves soothe the respiratory tract. The oil prevents the bacteria from forming colonies in the lungs and is used for treating respiratory conditions such as Asthma. Soothes Mental Tension Application of clove oil helps to gain relief from headaches by improving circulation and acting as mild anaesthesia (13a) (13b) Since the flavonoids found in Clove oil have anti-inflammatory properties, Clove oil helps to reduce fatigue, mental exhaustion, anxiety or stress with the help of its stimulating properties. Black or Green Tea infused with whole cloves, cinnamon and mint leaves can also relieve stress and tension. Soothes Acne Large doses of Eugenol in Clove oil, which has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, helps to clear acne and prevent future breakouts, The oil also prevents associated infections reducing the appearance of acne marks and blemishes in the face. (14) Improves Scalp Health Messaging the scalp with clove oil helps to increase blood circulation, supports hair growth and the growth of a healthy, glossy, and thick hair. A mixture of clove oil and olive oil can be used as a conditioner and prevents the occurrence of dandruff and hair fall. Rejuvenates Skin Clove oil also functions as an exfoliator by removing dead skin cells and promoting blood circulation, reducing symptoms of early ageing and delivering a smooth, radiant-looking skin. Application of diluted clove oil on the skin reduces the sagginess and the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles. Clove Cultivation in Sri Lanka Clove grows well in a humid tropical climate from sea level up to an elevation of about 1,000m. Average rainfall of 1,750 - 2,500mm. per annum is sufficient for the crop. It is necessary, however for the dry periods to alternate with the moist ones for good flowering. Still, it cannot withstand prolonged drought. Clove is cultivated in the wet zones of the mid-country, that is, in the districts of Matale, Kegalle, and Kandy. However, cultivation of clove is also being considered in the low country. Clove suppliers in Sri Lanka export a range of products to the global market including the finest clove buds and clove oil to the global market. The country is one of the top exporters of clove to the global markets and provides for nearly 8.5% of the global demand for clove whole fruits, buds, and stems, mainly exporting to India, the USA, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Germany.

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