Ingredients:
5 whole cloves.
1 piece of fresh ginger (approximately 2 cm), grated or sliced.
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder.
1 cinnamon stick.
1 liter of water.
Organic honey or stevia to taste (optional).
Preparation:
Boil the water in a pot.
Add the cloves, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon.
Reduce heat and let it steep for 15-20 minutes.
Turn off the heat, cover, and let it rest for another 10 minutes.
Strain the infusion and sweeten if desired.
Consumption:
Drink one cup (250 ml) up to 3 times a day, preferably after meals. Its use is not recommended for pregnant women, people with clotting disorders, or those taking anticoagulant medication without medical supervision.
4. Clay and Clove Compresses for Acute Inflammation
Ideal for episodes of intense joint pain or to soothe heaviness in legs with varicose veins.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons of bentonite or green clay.
5 finely ground cloves.
Cold water or chamomile infusion (for mixing).
1 clean cotton cloth or sterile gauze.
Preparation:
In a non-metallic bowl, mix the clay with the ground cloves.
Add cold water or chamomile infusion little by little, stirring until you obtain a thick, uniform paste.
Let it rest.
