THE Bay leafLaurus nobilis) or Vagia is a small evergreen tree with glossy lanceolate leaves, which have several properties mainly beneficial and soothing for the digestive system . The best time for harvesting and drying the leaves is autumn, when the concentration of aromatic and medicinal compounds is high.

It is a well-known plant in Mediterranean cultures since the Homeric years, playing an important role in ancient civilization, being at the same time a medicinal herb . It was a prize and a prize of the winners (laurel wreath). It was considered a sacred plant, with Pythia in the oracle of Delphi announcing the will of the gods by chewing laurel leaves.

It is used for the relief of bloating , gas in the stomach , for arthritic pains , atony , otitis and enteritis .

The main properties of bay leaves are:

In our product you can apply the dried bay leaves:

– To make a decoction , make a cup of decoction with bay leaves and say it after eating. It will help you digest and relax you, especially if you have insomnia after dinner .

Gargle with water in which you have boiled bay leaves to treat mouth infections and relieve sore throats .

– Add bay leaves to entrails ointments and liquid massage solutions to treat rheumatism and arthritis pain.

– Use the leaves in compresses to relieve headaches , sinusitis, neuralgia and abscesses.

Read in this article ” Use Laurel Leaves for Fatigue, Stress, Respiratory Problems ” indicative some uses and a recipe for laurel leaf decoction to treat respiratory infections

We also use aromatic leaves as a spice in food and other food preparations.

The bay leaves are suitable for dishes such as lentils, pilaf, rice, vegetable soups, grilled with chicken and other meats and for seafood pilaf. It is a suitable spice for diabetics and for digestion of food .

Side effects:

Large doses of laurel decoction cause vomiting.
It should not be used by women during pregnancy
Laurel oil when used plain on applied to the skin without dilution can cause burns.