*purchased organic herb*

Bay Leaf (Laurus Nobilis)

Taste: Pungent, Aromatic Bitter

Energetics: Warming, Drying, Stimulating

Actions: Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Emetic, Carminative, Digestive Bitter, Inflammation-Modulating, Antioxidant, Astringent, Expectorant, Immune System Tonic, Antiseptic, Antibacterial, Antifungal

Affinities: Urinary System, Digestive System, Respiratory System, Female Reproductive System, Integumentary System, Lymphatic System, Nervous System

Preparations: Infusion, Culinary Uses in Soups/Stews, Poultice, Aromatherapy, Tincture

Contraindications: Leaves should not be chewed and swallowed as they are too abrasive for the digestive system, caution should be used in those with diabetes as it may interfere with blood sugar control. Recommended to stop using 2 weeks prior to surgery due to it’s potential effects on the Central Nervous System.

Herb-Drug Interaction: Caution should be taken when taking any narcotics or sedatives as the effects may be pontentiated.