Bay leaves were considered a sacred plant by the ancient Greeks and Romans who used it for the medicinal properties it has.
In ancient Greece this plant symbolized glory and honor and Olympiad winners were given laurel wreath. This plant was appreciated greatly in the past but it is still considered to be very beneficial.
Bay leaves are extremely healthy due to their antioxidant, sedative, bactericide, antiseptic, diuretic and anti-rheumatic properties. Stomach issues such as flu, hysteria and neurasthenia can be treated with the berries from this plant.
This plant contains cineol and pinene which are the main active substances as well as essential oils which have soothing effects. Bay leaves are also very beneficial for the mood since they affect it positively.
One written reference regarding the psychoactive action of laurel is the legend about the Delphi oracle which explains that girls chewed bay leaves in order to predict the future.
To get the most from the benefits that this plant provides, take a bay leaf, put it in an ashtray and burn it. Leave the room for about 10 minutes until the leaf burns completely and then enter it. The fragrances from the leaf will provide relaxation for your body and mind.