Tag: Safe clove consumption

Small amounts of clove are safe for most people, but research indicates that the concentrated compound eugenol found in cloves can be toxic in large doses, especially when consumed as an oil. Understanding the potential side effects is crucial for safe consumption.

Clove is a potent spice, and while small quantities add warmth to many recipes, consuming raw cloves in higher amounts poses significant health risks. The key lies in understanding the compound that makes cloves so powerful: eugenol.