Benefits of Bay Leaf
There are several types of plants called bay leaves, but the only true Bay Leaf is Laurus nobilis, which is a well-recognized herb since the earliest of times. The Bay Leaf tinctures contain many notable compounds, minerals, and vitamin that are essential for optimum health and wellness. It is a rich source of natural vitamin C, which has anti-viral effects for fighting the symptoms of common colds and flu. Bay leaf extracts are a good source of folic acid, important during the preconception period. The extract of Bay leaf is a good source of minerals, as well as B-complex groups of vitamins. These can be helpful for enzyme synthesis, nervous system function, and for regulating body metabolism. Bay leaf is also an excellent source of vitamin A, essential for healthy eyes. The lauric acid in the bay laurel leaves has insect repellent properties. Components of the extract have also been used in the treatment of arthritis and muscle pain. Traditional herbalists knew that the Bay leaf poultice or wash could help heal wounds, but modern science has also discovered just how well this herbal remedy works. Bay leaves have been found to have antimicrobial activity against some of the most common pathogens, including Staph, Strep, Aspergillus fumigatus and Candida albicans. 
Bay leaf contains chemoprotective properties which provide resistance against different types of cancer. They also contain phytonutrients which have been shown to have specific effects restraining the proliferation of cervical cancer cells.   The herb has also been used traditionally for stomach ulcers, and a study found that, along with eight other traditional herbs, the Bay leaf was able to reduce the amount of urease in the body. Bay leaves are an excellent herb remedy for heartburn, acid reflux, constipation and irregular bowel movements. 
Powerful phytonutrients in Bay leaf provide protection against cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes. They contain valuable compounds of rutin, salicylates, caffeic acid, which boost heart health and improve function. In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, Bay leaf was given to type 2 diabetics daily and they showed significant reductions in blood glucose, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. And because it is so promising, it is now believed to actually boost heart health, thereby helping to prevent heart attacks and stroke. Potassium, contained in the herb, is an important component which helps to control heart rate and blood pressure. Manganese and copper are used by the body as co-factors for antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase. Iron is essential for red blood cell production, and as a co-factor for cytochrome oxidase enzymes.
The Bay leaf has anti-inflammatory properties which can ease the pain of strains, sprains, arthritis, rheumatism, as well as general aches and pains. The herbal supplement contains both salicylates and caffeic acid, which are known to be extremely effective for pain. Massaging temples with the extract of Bay leaf in a carrier oil may relieve your headache and migraines rather quickly.
Ancient texts have referred to the herb as a treatment for seizures. In a recent animal study, it was found that the extract of Bay leaves was effective in protecting against the occurrence of seizures because of the extract's unique chemical components. It is being researched for people diagnosed with epilepsy. The tincture of Bay leaf with water has been consumed at bedtime for relaxing your nerves and inducing sleep.
 
Bay Leaf extracts are said to be very helpful for preventing and easing kidney infections. The herbal remedy has also been shown, when consumed twice daily, to help stop the formation of kidney stones.