It's getting close to bedtime, but your stomach hasn't gotten the memo. All you can think about is having something to eat. But maybe all you need is a sip of a basic beverage to curb late-night belly growls, promote digestion, and provide more appetizing benefits.

Clove water is as easy to make as the name implies. Just steep about a teaspoon of whole dried cloves in two cups of hot water for 10 minutes. Strain out the cloves, and it's ready to support your gut. (Read about other spices that will elevate your gut health .)

According to Dr. Eric Berg on Instagram , the eugenol in cloves promotes relaxation. He explained that eugenol "can act as a natural sedative, relaxing the nervous system." There seems to be a direct correlation between nighttime relaxation and improved sleep. Thu

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