Did you know that bay leaves have numerous health benefits that go far beyond seasoning beans?
Laurel tea can be consumed daily and contributes to several health problems: the drink is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
“It is a great ally of digestion, as it helps the release of hydrochloric acid, controls excess gas and stimulates digestive enzymes. It contains important minerals and vitamins, such as: potassium, magnesium, vitamin B6 and B9”, explains nutritionist Sol Moraes.
Being an excellent anti-infective, according to the professional it prevents: gingivitis, recurrent canker sores, bronchitis, ear infections, sinusitis and also reduces the formation of mucus. “It also relieves headaches and menstrual cramps,” he adds.
“It has a diuretic action, promoting fluid retention and also an antifungal action, as it contains phenolic compounds, which have inhibitory effects on the growth of fungi and the production of mycotoxins.”
Bay leaves also contain substances such as linalool and cineole, which release essential oils that help relax the central nervous system, relieving stress and anxiety. Powerful!
How to drink laurel tea?
Tea should be brewed using the infusion method:
Put a little hot water (which will have almost reached the boil) in a container with 1 bay leaf, in the cup or in the teapot. Then cover the container for 15 minutes so that the active ingredients are released into the water. Then filter and serve the tea. If you use it as a tea, do not use it for more than 4 weeks.
“I also recommend its use on a food level. The habit of putting bay leaves in beans is extremely beneficial, because it helps the digestion of legumes, which cause digestive disorders in a large number of people”, concludes the nutritionist .
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Source: Terra
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