4 Secret Uses of Clove Spice You Need to Know

Place whole cloves in a sachet or bowl and leave them in closets or drawers to repel moths.

For mosquitoes, create a clove spray by boiling 10–15 cloves in water, cooling it, and transferring it to a spray bottle.

Why It Works:

The scent of cloves disrupts the sensory signals of insects, keeping them away.

4. Relieves Colds and Congestion

Cloves have antimicrobial and expectorant properties that can help relieve cold symptoms, such as congestion and cough.

How to Use:

Add 2–3 cloves to hot water or tea and inhale the steam to clear nasal passages.

Mix clove powder with honey to create a soothing remedy for sore throats.

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