Mixing Garlic and Honey with Cloves

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Garlic, Honey & Cloves Immune-Boosting Tonic

📖 Description

This natural tonic combines the antibacterial power of garlic, the soothing sweetness of honey, and the medicinal properties of cloves. Traditionally used as a home remedy for colds, coughs, and immune support, this mixture is simple to prepare and can be stored for weeks. It’s not only effective but also tastes much better than raw garlic alone, thanks to honey’s balancing sweetness.

🥣 Ingredients For Mixing Garlic and Honey with Cloves

  • 10 fresh garlic cloves (peeled and lightly crushed)

  • 1 cup raw organic honey

  • 6–8 whole cloves (the spice)

  • 1 clean glass jar with a tight lid

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare Garlic: Peel garlic cloves and gently crush them with the flat side of a knife (this helps release allicin).

  2. Layer in Jar: Place the garlic cloves and whole cloves (spice) in the clean jar.

  3. Add Honey: Pour honey over the garlic and cloves until fully submerged.

  4. Mix & Seal: Stir gently with a clean spoon, then close the lid tightly.

  5. Rest & Infuse: Leave the jar in a cool, dark place for 3–5 days to allow infusion. Shake the jar lightly once a day.

  6. Ready to Use: After infusion, the honey will thin slightly and become aromatic. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

🍽️ Servings

  • Makes about 1 cup of infused honey

  • Suggested serving: 1 teaspoon daily for general health, or 2–3 times daily when feeling unwell.

📝 Notes

  • Use raw, unprocessed honey for maximum health benefits.

  • Crushing garlic is key—it activates allicin (the active compound).

  • Do not heat the mixture, as high temperatures destroy honey’s enzymes and garlic’s potency.

💡 Tips

  • For cough relief, take a spoonful directly or mix into warm (not hot) water.

  • You can add a squeeze of lemon for extra vitamin C.

  • Always use a clean, dry spoon to prevent contamination.

  • Best taken on an empty stomach in the morning for full effect.

🔍 Nutritional Info (per teaspoon, approx.)

  • Calories: 21

  • Carbs: 5.6 g

  • Sugar: 5.5 g

  • Protein: 0.1 g

  • Fat: 0 g

  • Trace antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals from garlic & cloves

🌿 Health Benefits

  • Garlic: Natural antibiotic, boosts immunity, supports heart health.

  • Honey: Soothes throat, provides antioxidants, improves digestion.

  • Cloves: Anti-inflammatory, aids in digestion, relieves cough.

  • Combined, they create a powerful natural remedy for colds, cough, and infections.

❓ Q/A

Q: Can I eat the garlic cloves too?
A: Yes! They become milder and slightly sweet after soaking in honey.

Q: How long does it last?
A: Up to 2 months refrigerated, but best consumed within 4–6 weeks.

Q: Can children take it?
A: Yes, but only for children over 1 year old (never give honey to infants under 1).

Q: Can I add ginger?
A: Absolutely! Ginger makes the tonic even more powerful for colds and digestion.

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