10. They slow down blood clotting. Cloves contain eugenol, which is known to slow blood clotting. Just keep in mind that blood thinner drugs may react poorly with this. Before adding more cloves to your diet, you must first speak with your doctor. Post navigation 13 Things That Can Happen to Your Body If You Start Eating One Cucumber a Day 6 Shoe Life Hacks to Keep Your Feet Safe and Healthy 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10