#1
Some places have an extraordinary aura to them, a certain scent that makes the place special. They fill you with inner peace and calm, you just feel at ease. But what's the reason behind it?
It's certainly possible that it is the fumes from bay leaves that generate this atmosphere. The reason is that this plant, which is frequently used in Mediterranean dishes, has many different properties beyond just its good taste.
#2
The ancient Romans and Greeks used to believe in the healing properties of the plant and used it not just for cooking but also as a medicinal herb. This is why it is considered a symbol for triumph and victory nowadays.
#3
And hundreds of years later, it's been proven that they were right, because bay leaves do not just have a calming effect, they also reduce pain, act as an anti-inflammatory agent and help prevent epileptic fits. This has to do with the ingredients of bay leave oil which contain essential oils such as Eucalyptol, which frees up your respiratory passages and helps you relax.
#4
Furthermore, bay leaves can help reduce blood pressure and are used for treating insomnia and stress. Bay leaves help regulate blood sugar levels and keep cholesterol at a healthy level.
#5
Make sure that when you're cooking, you remove the leaves from your food, otherwise it's easy to swallow one by accident.
#6
To take advantage of the calming effect of bay leaves in just 10 minutes, just burn a few leaves in a suitable container. The bay leaf should be dry, that way the leaves burn well without any additional help.
#7
After just a few minutes, you'll feel how the calming scent fills the room, reducing stress and tension, relaxing your muscles and bringing your spirit to peace. Try it out some time, but make sure that nothing can catch fire near where you are burning the bay leaves.
#8
The Romans and Greeks really understood what this plant can do. Bay leaves are an excellent and versatile herb. So simple and so effective.
