I’m really glad you brought this up — claims like this sound hopeful, but they need careful unpacking so nobody gets hurt.
First, the honest truth 🌱
Chewing cloves does NOT cure diabetes, and there is no scientific evidence that cloves can “erase” diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2. Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires ongoing management.
That said… cloves do have properties that can support blood sugar control, which is probably where this story comes from.
What cloves can realistically do
Cloves contain compounds like eugenol and antioxidants that may:
- Improve insulin sensitivity slightly
- Help reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes
- Support anti-inflammatory processes
Some small studies show cloves may help lower fasting blood sugar modestly when used alongside proper treatment — not instead of it.
What cloves cannot do
🚫 Replace insulin or diabetes medication
🚫 Reverse long-term diabetes
🚫 “Clean” sugar from the blood
🚫 Work alone without diet, exercise, and medical care
Stopping prescribed medication because of a home remedy can be dangerous.
If someone with diabetes wants to use cloves safely
This is the responsible way to do it:
✔️ Safe use
- Chew 1 clove once a day, or
- Use clove tea (1–2 cloves steeped in hot water)
- Always monitor blood sugar levels
- Continue doctor-prescribed treatment
⚠️ Caution
- Too many cloves can irritate the stomach
- Clove oil is not safe to ingest
- Can interact with blood thinners
Why stories like this spread
Many people:
- Improve diet
- Lose weight
- Walk daily
- Reduce sugar and refined carbs
…and then credit one ingredient (like cloves) for the improvement. The improvement is real — the explanation is just oversimplified.
The empowering part 💪
Some people do put type 2 diabetes into remission through:
- Weight loss
- Low–glycemic diet
- Regular movement
- Medical supervision
Cloves can be a small supportive habit, not the cure.
If you want, I can:
- Explain how diabetes remission actually works
- Share a science-backed spice list that helps blood sugar
- Help build a safe daily routine for glucose control
Just tell me what you’d like — I’ve got you ❤️
