Laurel is often used in cooking to add a Mediterranean flavor to dishes. In the past, bay leaf was used as a medicinal plant and its properties have been proven! Laurel acts as an anti-inflammatory and thus relieves pain. It can be used in many ways and depending on the use, it has soothing and calming properties. The eucalyptol contained in the bay leaf helps to free the airways, but also to relax. So these properties have a beneficial effect on blood pressure and insomnia.
How do you take advantage of all these benefits?
It will only take you 10 minutes to experience the full benefits of bay leaf. You'll need some bay leaves, matches, and a heat-resistant container for this.
Place yourself in the largest and most airy room in your home. Put the bay leaves in the pot and sear your leaves with a match (a lighter will work, too). It will smell good and you will quickly feel its virtues. After burning, the fumes of laurel will have a relaxing, calming and relaxing effect. You will relax all your muscles!
You can use this technique in the middle of the afternoon while reading a book or at night before bed for a restful sleep. Be careful, however, of the risk of fire, it is required to carefully monitor combustion and not leave the container alone in the room.
