Medicinal: Bay leaf has a long history of medicinal use, which leads to a confusing number of possible benefits and uses. However, there does seem to be a body of modern research showing that it may be beneficial to those with diabetes and heart disease. Other commonly listed benefits include being antibacterial and antifungal, an aid to digestive complaints, and beneficial for most aspects of women’s health.
- Create a bay-infused oil to rub on sore muscles, strains, or to help with arthritis. If you have never made an infused oil before, there is a very thorough description here.
- Brew some bay leaf tea to help relieve cough and congestion due to colds.
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