by José Luis Coria
Agronomist
Laurel is a beautiful tree that grows in gardens and parks. It has dark green leaves, and it is quite big. This species has special properties, among which we can mention its symbolic meaning of glory, power and victory, and others concerning health.
Its healing power is used in essential oils to mitigate neuralgias, rheumatic pain and skin diseases. The smell of burnt leaves purifies the air. Laurel leaves are also used in infusions to alleviate exhaustion, lack of enthusiasm, stomach ache, and respiratory diseases. Just 10g of leaves in 1L of water will be enough. Heat until boiling point, and drink 3-4 small cups everyday (always ask you physician first).
Bay leaves are excellent for seasoning dishes, especially soups and stews. If you use fresh leaves, you will need a larger quantity.
Nowadays, hardly anyone remembers or makes use of plants healing properties. We know that drugs are expensive, and that many of their components are extracted from plants, but we do not know recognize them because many plants are called by their scientific names. All plant species have healing properties.
