New Delhi: The spices used in Indian kitchen not only enhance the taste of food, but also provide many health benefits. Among these, bay leaf is a spice which not only adds fragrance and taste to the food, but its medicinal properties are also amazing. Bay leaf is very effective in improving digestion, increasing immunity and providing relief from cold and cough.
However, its excessive or wrong consumption can also cause harm. Eating bay leaves in large quantities can cause problems like stomach irritation, vomiting or allergies. Let us know the benefits, disadvantages of bay leaves and the right way to consume it.
Benefits of eating bay leaves
Better digestion:- Bay leaf helps in improving digestion. Its regular consumption provides relief from problems like gas, indigestion and stomach ache. The enzymes present in it strengthen the digestive process.
Blood sugar control:- Bay leaf can prove beneficial for diabetic patients. It helps in controlling blood sugar level.
Increase immunity:- The anti-oxidants present in bay leaves increase the body’s immunity and strengthen the immunity.
Relief in cold and cough:- Tea or decoction of bay leaf provides relief from sore throat, cough and cold.
Beneficial for heart:- The compounds present in it help in controlling cholesterol, thereby reducing the risk of heart diseases.
Disadvantages of eating bay leaves
Stomach burning:- Excessive consumption can cause problems like stomach irritation, vomiting or allergies.
Caution for pregnant women:- Do not take bay leaves during pregnancy without doctor’s advice.
Correct way to consume bay leaves
Bay leaf tea:- Boil a bay leaf in a cup of water, add some honey to it and drink it. It is beneficial in digestion and cold and cough.
Immunity enhancing decoction:- Prepare the decoction by boiling it in water with ginger, basil and black pepper.
Use in food:- Add bay leaf to vegetables, lentils or pulao, but remove it before eating. This will provide taste, but there will be no risk of swallowing the leaf.
Disclaimer:- This information is for general information only including advice. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. For more information, always consult an expert or your doctor.
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