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Benefits of burning bay leaves at home
Burning a few bay leaves not only perfumes the air but also improves the health of your respiratory tract.
Given the expectorant properties of this plant, burning its leaves and the vapors that emanate from it could help you clear those respiratory tracts that cause discomfort, because it eliminates bacteria, purifies the environment and also improves brain capacity. The vapors from the burned leaves should not be breathed directly, but released into the environment.
Those who suffer from headaches can benefit from this plant, which helps combat the problem and reduces the discomfort caused by bad mood, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. In fact, there are several studies that support the use of this plant to treat headaches.
This is due to the mixture of chemicals present in the leaves that are capable of calming both the body and the mind. Regular use of this plant helps reduce emotional states that create discomfort and tension to achieve a beneficial state of relaxation.
A recent study by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists has highlighted the presence of the substance linalool, which in large quantities is capable of significantly reducing anxiety levels, the effects of which appear immediately 10 minutes after inhalation of the vapors.
The leaves are actually a popular remedy for treating clogged airways and diseased lungs. They relieve the respiratory tract of mucus and sputum, which cause discomfort. But in this case, instead of burning them, you can resort to placing them in clean water or using the oil obtained from them as an air humidifier.
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