Mistake #3: Overdoing It
A couple of cloves a day — chewed or brewed in tea — is generally safe. But some people go overboard, consuming many cloves daily or brewing super-strong teas with large amounts.
Excessive intake can irritate the stomach, cause nausea, or strain the liver due to the high concentration of eugenol.
The liver processes everything we consume, and too much of this compound can be harmful.
Moderation is key: one or two whole cloves a day is enough to gain benefits without risking side effects.
Mistake #4: Combining Cloves with Diabetes Medication
Cloves may help reduce blood sugar, which is a benefit — unless you’re already on medications like insulin or metformin.
When combined, the effects may lower your blood sugar too much, leading to dizziness, weakness, or confusion.
If you have diabetes or prediabetes, consult your doctor before adding cloves to your regimen and monitor your sugar levels closely at first.
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