I found out why drinking bay leaf tea on an empty stomach can benefit your body's function in ways you didn't even know about. . .
In this video I'm going to talk about the 9 scientifically backed reasons why it's beneficial to drink bay leaf tea in the morning on an empty stomach. you fast And stay until the end, because we will also see how to prepare this infusion in order to get the most of its benefits, something that will surprise you how easy and cheap it can be. .
. Laurel has been used for centuries throughout the world. world as a medicinal herb.
And currently many studies have also confirmed its healing properties. First of all, it must be made clear that these 9 benefits and effects of laurel tea on our body that we are going to see below are not magical. They have to do mainly with the fact that bay leaves are rich in potassium, magnesium, vitamins B6, B9 and C.
They also contain tannins, flavonoids, alkaloids and other active compounds that give them anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, diuretic, antioxidant and digestive properties. Now yes, let's start to see this list of these 9 proven effects and backed by different scientific investigations. And I remind you once again that in this video and in all of the videos on this channel, every time we talk about scientific sources we leave all the links in the video description, here below, so that you can expand on these topics.
And we start this countdown of the effects of bay tea with number 9: it reduces blood sugar. And this has to do with the fact that studies have shown that bay leaves improve the function of insulin, the hormone that, as we know, transports glucose from our blood to the cells. And with this, in addition to helping our body functions that have to do with the use of energy, a laurel tea in the morning can also contribute to the prevention of type 2 diabetes.
In point number 8 we find that it is able to protect the health of our heart. And this has to do with the fact that the caffeic acid in bay leaves strengthens the walls of our arteries and helps reduce bad cholesterol levels. At point number 7 we find that it has anti-inflammatory power.
And this has to do with the fact that bay leaves are able to block enzymes such as cox-21, which trigger inflammation in our bodies. And at the same time they contain chemical compounds capable of fighting inflammation by inhibiting the production of nitric oxide in our body, which in high concentrations is also inflammatory. And finally, there are also studies that have shown that cineole, a compound present in bay leaves, also helps to curb chronic inflammation.
Let's go to point number 6: fight fungal infections. And this has to do with the fact that this vegetable has scientifically proven antifungal properties. Especially against a very common fungus well known to all, and that causes a large number of infections: we are talking about candida.
Specifically, the components present in the laurel make it difficult for the fungus to adhere to the cell walls and infect them. We continue with this ranking, with this count of different benefits of consuming bay tea, especially on an empty stomach. And in point number 5 we find that it is digestive and combats fluid retention.
And the reason here has to do with the fact that the active compounds present in bay leaves protect the walls of our stomach and stimulate digestion, thus also contributing to the prevention of ulcers. It is also proven that a bay leaf tea on an empty stomach is a good stomach calmer, and on the other hand the bay leaf also facilitates the function of the kidneys and favors urination, thus helping us to avoid and combat fluid retention. Point number 4: it helps against respiratory infections.
The essential oil extracted from the bay leaf can be used to relieve different respiratory conditions. For example, this study demonstrated the antibacterial action of laurel essential oil against pathogens that cause common respiratory infections. Point number 3: bay leaves also have proven anticancer properties.
And this is mainly due to the unique combination of antioxidants and organic compounds, including phytonutrients, catechins, linalool and parthenolide, which, together with the cineole we just talked about, have been shown to help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals, which can also trigger different types of cancer. Point number 2: it's relaxing. Drnking a laurel tea is a good way to protect your health and relax at the same time.
And this is because bay leaves contain substances such as eucalyptol and lineool, which we also talked about recently, which together significantly relax the central nervous system and reduce stress. And point number one, and here we are talking about the health of our skin, specifically its anti-wrinkle action. In this sense, this study showed that laurel is useful against skin eruptions as well as helping to prevent wrinkles and sagging.
And the set of active components that the leaves of this plant have generally help to take care of the health of our skin. And now, to close this short but concise video, as promised: how to make a bay leaf tea to drink in the morning and thus obtain the benefits of this plant. You will see how easy it is.
You simply boil some water and once it is boiling, remove it from the heat and place it in a cup along with two bay leaves. You let this infusion rest, then you remove the leaves and the baby is hot. Especially drunk in the morning on an empty stomach is how you will get more of these benefits.
And finally, remember that both this video and all the videos on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only, and in no way consult a doctor, a professional. Quite the contrary: from here we encourage you to do it regularly in order to have greater knowledge and greater control over your body. I also remind you that you have below all the links to the sources consulted when making this video, so that you can see what it is about and what are those scientific investigations that support all this.
And now yes, one more thing: I ask that if you got here and you liked this video, leave your "like". And if you can, leave a comment below to find out if you knew about any of these effects of laurel tea. Also if you have ever tried this infusion.
And also if that comment begins with the word "LAUREL" I'm going to be very happy because I'm going to know that you got here. Now yes, I say goodbye until the next video on this channel for which there is little left.
