The main active component of cloves is Eugenol and it has been shown to be a significant anti-diabetic in numerous cell and animal studies. This is why it is described as enhancing insulin’s effect. Here’s the scientific breakdown of the details:

The “Potent Compound”

Eugenol is an aromatic oil that makes up a large percentage of clove oil and is responsible for its distinct scent and many of its health properties.

Mimicking Insulin and Improving Sensitivity

Research indicates that Eugenol, or extracts rich in it, can effectively improve insulin sensitivity. In animal models, eugenol administration has been shown to lower blood glucose and improve insulin resistance.

The mechanism is not identical to insulin, but the result is similar: a more efficient movement of glucose out of the blood. Clove extract has been described by some researchers as having an “insulin-like action” on muscle and fat tissue.

“Unlocking Cell Doors” (Enhanced Glucose Uptake)

The “cell doors” are scientifically known as GLUT4 transporters (Glucose Transporter Type 4). In a healthy person, insulin tells muscle and fat cells to move these GLUT4 transporters from inside the cell to the cell surface, allowing glucose to enter.

Adenosine Monophosphate-Activated Protein Kinase (AMPK)  job is to detect the balance between two crucial energy molecules and studies show that Eugenol works by activating the AMPK signalling pathway in muscle cells. This activation triggers the process of GLUT4 translocation (moving the “doors” to the surface), which dramatically enhances glucose uptake and helps clear sugar from the bloodstream.

In summary, the statement accurately reflects the current scientific understanding that Eugenol helps regulate blood sugar by improving the body’s ability to pull glucose from the bloodstream into muscle and fat cells.

It is important to remember that any dietary intervention that adds a food item to address an issues, is one method to restore a balance in the gut and the mind & body. But the other way to address what ever the issue one has is, to remove the foods that lead to the issue in the first place. As. well as using intermittent fasting, (such as 18/6) to help the gut heal itself.