Cloves, commonly known as laung in India, is a spice that can be found in every Indian household. This ingredient is used in almost all Asian cuisines as it adds a unique flavour and aroma to the food. Although we may be eating this spice in our daily meals, we are not aware of its weight loss properties. Let us find out how can we lose weight and unwanted fat from our body wuth this aromatic flower buds. Cloves for Acne and Skincare: Right Way to Use the Natural Antiseptic and Antibacterial Spice for Glowing, Blemish-Free Skin.

Cloves are native to Maluku islands in Indonesia. During the 13th-14th centuries, cloves were transported all the way from Indonesia to China, India, Persia, Africa, and Europe. Today, clove is one of the most important commercial crops in the world. Cloves are also used as medicine for many remedies. Clove tea is famous for reducing congestion. Home Remedy of the Week: How to Treat Arthritis Pain With Clove Oil or Cloves Naturally.

According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, cloves contain nutrients like carbohydrates, protein, energy, and dietary fibre which are very vital for the body. This indigenous Asian spice also contains essential vitamins like vitamin E, folate, vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, and vitamin A and K.

How Cloves Help in Weight Loss

Cloves aid in weight loss by stimulating our metabolism. It also has anticholesteremic and anti-lipid properties that help in reducing cholesterol levels along with plasma glucose level. When cloves are combined with cinnamon, pepper and cumin seed, it helps in increasing the metabolic rate as well as fat loss. Apart from this, cloves also contain oxidants which reduce oxidative stress, that helps in reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Also, the compounds found in cloves help in keeping blood sugar under control.

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It is recommended to take advise from your doctor before using cloves for weight loss as many people are allergic to this spice. Allergies like rashes, swelling, etc can be caused by cloves due to the presence of eugenol in it. It is important to note that weight loss and fat loss does not depend on one ingredient or one specific exercise, but it is the result of an overall healthy diet and daily exercise.

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