Taking 2 to 3 cloves per day should be fine. But this dosage may not be suitable for all. Hence, consult your doctor. What is a good substitute for cloves? You can use allspice or nutmeg in this case.

Nutmeg doesn't work well as a substitute for whole cinnamon sticks. Cinnamon and cloves are warming spices that are often used together in dessert recipes. Cloves have an astringency that almost ...