BAY LEAVES (TEJ PATTA)

HIGHLIGHTS:-

• They are a rich source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C along with FOLIC ACID and MINERALS.
• They are known for their age-old medicinal properties.
• It is an integral part of Indian cuisine.
• It contains enzymes that help to break down proteins and digest food faster.
• BAY LEAVES are commonly found in Biryani, Pulao, Soups, Curries, and most Indian dishes.

What Is The Nutritional Profile Of Bay Leaf?

• According to the United States Department of Agriculture, one tablespoon of crumbled bay leaf (1.8 g) contains:

  ·         63 calories of energy

  ·         35 g of carbohydrate

  ·         137 g of protein

  ·         4733 g of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals      

      Make bay leaves a part of your daily diet; add 2-3                dried leaves in your delicacies and experience health at its best.

BENEFITS OF BAY LEAVES:-

1. Helps in treating DIABETES:- It helps in dropping blood Glucose, Cholesterol & Triglycerides.
2. It improves Insulin function in our blood.
3. It reduces Bad Cholesterol levels & increases the levels of HDL(Good Cholesterol).
4. Helps in reducing body weight.
5. It helps in improving digestion.
6. Heart-Friendly:- It contains Caffeic acid & Rutin which enhance our heart health. They both strengthen Capillary walls in the heart & eliminate Bad Cholesterol from the Cardio-Vascular system.
7. Acts as a Stress Busters. You might not know it, but the bay leaf tea contains linalool which is commonly associated with oregano and thyme. It is also known for having a relaxing effect that helps reduce stress levels, especially when used in aromatherapy.

   It’s a good idea to adopt the habit of taking a cup of bay leaf tea to calm down when feeling stressed.

8. Protects our body from Inflammation:- It has Anti-Inflammatory properties. Regular use of it reduces the chances of developing conditions like Arthritis.
9. Natural wound healer- It has Anti-Microbial properties that help the wound heal completely.
10. It May help to reduce cancer risk.
11. It May help to fight Fungal Infection.
12. May treat Respiratory Issues.
13. May improve Skin Health- helps to Prevent Wrinkles and relieve skin from stress.
14. Good for Hair:- It reduces Dandruff & Hair-fall.
15. Perfect for Insomnia:- It is sedative properties that help in Insomnia.
16. Drinking a cup of boiled bay leaves twice a day breaks down KIDNEY STONES and cures infections.
17. Useful in treating COLD, FLU & severe COUGH as it is rich in Vitamin C.
18. You can boil the leaves and inhale steam to get rid of phlegm and reduce the severity of coughs.
19. Hot bay tea regulates bowel movements.
20. It strengthens the IMMUNE SYSTEM. Bay leaf contains vitamins A and C and also zinc, which helps to strengthen the immune system. They also increase the ability of the white blood cells to fight off invaders.

21. Potent  PAIN RELIEVER:- A cup of bay leaf tea is quite effective in alleviating the pain of sprain strain and arthritis and it also helps in fighting inflammation. It is an amazing way to cure headaches and migraine. It also helps in increasing blood circulation.
22. As an INSECT REPELLENT: Bay leaves are a great insect repellent as they contain lauric acid. A dish of bay leaves can ward off insects. A paste made from crushed leaves and little oil relieves stings and bites when applied topically.
23. Treatment of Menstrual Problems: Bay leaves, when taken orally, can induce regular and normal menstruation. They also have the property of curing vaginal discharge.

8 Benefits of Using the Bay Leaf Over Hair:-

Bay Leaf Tea

 

Ingredients:-

• 3 large  bay leaves
• 2 cups water
• Optional: sugar and milk

Steps to Make It:-

1. Add the bay leaves and water to a pot, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Let boil for 3 minutes, then remove the pot from the heat and let the tea steep for 4 minutes.
3. Strain and drink or sweeten to suit your taste. If using milk, only use a small splash, as too much milk will dilute the flavor of the tea.

Note: There’s also cinnamon and bay leaf tea which is just another way of enjoying this amazing tea. To prepare, just add a cinnamon stick to the bay leaf and boil together. For those looking forward to shedding that extra kilo, cinnamon in bay leaf tea is a wonderful way to lose weight.

It’s a good idea to adopt the habit of taking a cup of bay leaf tea to calm down when feeling stressed.

Conclusion

Bay leaf has several benefits. This spice has been used in cooking as a flavoring agent for centuries. Bay leaf makes your food not only flavorful but also healthy. Add it to your food whenever possible to reap its benefits.