Bay Leaves
Internal Application
Local Name: Bay leaves
Scientific
Name: Bois D'Inde, Pimenta racemosa, Pimenta acris or
Caryophyllus racemosus
Parts to be Used: The
leaves and oil
Common Uses
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Fevers, colds, digestive complaints
External Application
- Fevers, colds, headaches,
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Rheumatism, neuralgia, muscular pain,
- Circulation problems,
colds, flu, dental infection, hair growth, general health of the scalp,
diarrhea and skin infections.
Preparation
Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 or 2
teaspoons of leaves. Take 2-3 cups daily.
Oil can be applied to
hair and skin and rubbed for muscular pain.
