Bay Leaf is a commonly used term that applies to many different plants around the world. The true Bay Leaf is scientifically known as Laurus Nobilis. This plant is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. Bay Leaves have been a part of culinary and medicinal culture for thousands of years, dating back at least to Roman times.
The uses of Bay Leaves include grinding the leaves into a spice to flavor soups and stews, but the leaves are most commonly added in whole form as a flavoring for certain Italian and Greek dishes and are then removed or used as a garnish. Whole leaves are not commonly consumed.
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Health Benefits of Bay Leaves
To achieve all of the health benefits listed below, it is essential that you find true Bay Leaf, derived from the laurel tree, with the scientific name Laurus Nobilis.
- Treatment of Diabetes
- Good for Digestion
- Cardiovascular Benefits
- Treatment of Cold and Infection
- Anticancer properties
- Anxiety and Stress
- Anti-Inflammatory Activity
- Hair Health
- Increases your overall mental activity
- Increases your overall mental activity
Strange Uses of Bay Leaves
Reduce Anxiety: All you have to do in order to use this natural method for relieving anxiety is to take a dry bay leaf and burn it in your living room or bedroom. Go out and leave it burn. Go in after 10 minutes and experience the calm atmosphere created in there.
Make Ants Disappear: Take a handful of dried bay leaves and grind them in a blender until they have turned to a fine powder. Sprinkle anywhere you are having problems with ants. It works for months and will not kill the ants or other creatures, but makes them go away.
