Bay leaf has been used medicinally since the time of the ancient Greeks. Today, it is mostly used in cooking, often unaware of the dozens of health benefits it offers. Below, we list 7 benefits of burning a bay leaf at home.
Relieves anxiety. Bay leaves contain chemicals that, when inhaled while burning, calm the body and mind. The smoke produced by bay leaves contains chemicals like linalool, which reduce anxiety and stress after 10 minutes.
Relieves inflammation. The ability to reduce inflammation in the body is certainly one of the most important benefits of bay leaf. This property is due to eugenol, which has powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
Strengthens the immune system. Eugenol also has antioxidant properties, and bay leaves contain other nutrients that support the immune system, increasing defenses.
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