Cloves not only provide relief from cough and cold but are also beneficial for many things, definitely consume them.

With the arrival of winter season, problems like cold, cough, sore throat and weak immunity become common. In such a situation, a small thing mentioned in Ayurveda proves to be of great use – **clove**.

Cloves are used as a spice in Indian kitchen, but its regular consumption in winter is considered very beneficial for health.

Major benefits of eating cloves in winter

**1. relief from cold and cough
The anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties present in cloves provide fast relief from cold, cough and sore throat.

2. Strengthens immunity
Clove increases the body’s immunity, which reduces the risk of diseases in the changing seasons.

3. Keep the digestive system healthy
Digestion slows down in winter. Clove provides relief from problems like gas, indigestion and stomach ache.

4. Keeps the body warm
Clove has a warming nature, due to which it helps in keeping the body warm from inside during cold weather.

5. Effective in toothache and bad breath
Chewing cloves provides relief from toothache and eliminates bacteria from the mouth.

The right way to eat cloves

* Chew 1–2 cloves every morning or night.
* You can make clove tea and drink it
* Taking cloves mixed with lukewarm milk is also beneficial.

Eating cloves in large quantities can be harmful. Pregnant women or people suffering from serious illness must consult a doctor.