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 Sign in to review this food270 likesTable of ContentsLearn about the health benefits of bay leaf for FREEYou'll receive free access to our entire website including healthy recipes, nutritional diet plans, medicinal uses of ingredients, & ayurvedic health tips. Sign in once and you can use our website indefinitely..WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Bay Leaf Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 leaves SPECIES: Laurus nobilis FAMILY:
Lauraceae EAT IN: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Bay Leaf: CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.ANTISEPTICCapable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Helpful in infections and for those with weak immune systems.VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.EMMENAGOGUEHerbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Bay Leaf with these FoodsMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonAntiseptic, Carminative, Digestive, Vasodilator, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Emmenagogue, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonicNigella (black cumin) Nigella (black cumin) has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Carminative, Digestive, Vasodilator, Detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugarMint Mint has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Carminative, DigestiveSage Sage has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Antiseptic, Detoxicant, Emmenagogue, Bronchodilator, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxinsBasil Basil has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Anxiolytic, Carminative, DigestiveCloves Cloves has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Carminative, DigestiveSaffron Saffron has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Carminative, Digestive, Anxiolytic, Detoxicant, EmmenagogueFenugreek Fenugreek has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Detoxicant, Emmenagogue, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Lowers-blood-sugarRosemary Rosemary has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Emmenagogue, Bronchodilator, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, VasodilatorCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Spleen-tonic, Detoxicant, Emmenagogue, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Lowers-blood-sugar, CarminativeCompare Bay Leaf with these Herb SupplementsWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Spleen-tonic, VasodilatorTrikatu Trikatu has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Vasodilator, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxinsHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, VasodilatorOsha Osha has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, EmmenagoguePushkaramoola Pushkaramoola has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, EmmenagogueGuggulu Guggulu has these Actions in CommonEmmenagogue, Lowers-blood-sugar, Spleen-tonic, Vasodilator, Antiseptic, DetoxicantMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonAntiseptic, Carminative, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, EmmenagogueCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, DigestivePippali Pippali has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Detoxicant, Digestive, Emmenagogue, VasodilatorKanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxinsEchinacea Echinacea has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Antiseptic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, DiaphoreticHEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for Autumn-WinterBay Leaf is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Bay Leaf'Do you like 'bay leaf'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'bay leaf'?270 likes Sign in to review this food
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSBay Leaf may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.Heart, Blood & CirculationBlood Clots ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irregular heartbeat How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Respiratory Health, Lung & SinusPost nasal drip How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. 
About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |
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