Bay leaf is a fragrant plant that remains green in all seasons. Its leaves have both culinary and medicinal use. The origin of the bay plant is the eastern Mediterranean. Although grows in most parts of the world. Two common types are Mediterranean and California bay leaves. The lower part of the leaf is gray and the upper part is green.
What are the benefits and harms of the bay leaf?
What Is Bay Leaf Good For?
- Helps relieve cold, flu, and infection symptoms.
- Balances blood sugar.
- The taste and aroma can calm.
- Good for vision.
- Helps digestion.
- Helps sleep.
- Prevents inflammation in the body with its diuretic feature.
- Has expectorant properties.
Are Bay Leaves Poisonous?
The frequency and amount of use will decide whether it is harmful or not. A commonsense approach will be enough for most people to stay safe. If you are not eating a handful of leaves there is no harm. By the way, there is no use in bay leaves being chewed.
It may be harmful to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. It may slow down the central nervous system. People who will undergo surgery should stop consuming bay leaves 2 weeks prior. The reason is that it can increase the effect of the drug when combined with anesthesia.
Since it has blood sugar lowering properties, diabetics should pay attention to the amount they use and consult a doctor before consuming.