Whole Laurel Leaf 500 gr

Laurus nobilis

Properties and usage:

Used to relieve problems of the digestive tract and arthritic aches. Brings about menstruation.

Effects on the organism:

Laurel is both a spice and a medicine. In Ancient Greece, it was used in religious rituals. It was the symbol of victory. The leaves were used for their repulsive and tonic effect on the stomach and the bladder.

Laurel is mainly used to treat problems of the digestive tract and arthritic aches. Besides, it stimulates the appetite and the secretion of gastric juices.

When added to the bathwater, its leaves calm the aching body.

Caution: the essetial oil of laurel must never be taken internally, nor applied pure on the skin due to a risk of allergic reactions.

Principal constituents: essential oil, mucilage, tanin.