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Description

The Greeks and Romans crowned their winners with Laurel (Laurus Nobilis) and used both the leaves and the berries to treat colic, digestive problems, and fever.

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 The Ministry of Health recognizes its digestive and carminative function.

 In aromatherapy it is used as an anti-inflammatory in particular to relieve rheumatic and arthritic pains.
A study published in 2008 by a consortium of Italian and foreign universities (UNI Calabria, UNI Ferrara, Uni Frankfurt) highlighted the antiviral activity of laurel essential oil, in particular against coronaviruses such as SARS.

 Naturopaths recommend it to stimulate slow and difficult digestions and to awaken the appetite and fight intestinal fermentations.

It is useful for aromatherapists in case of chronic bronchitis and in the forms of flu accompanied by asthenia and to calm coughs.

Aromatic herb par excellence, like all essential oils, it is perfectly diluted in fats, sugars, and alcohol. Try it to make laurel liqueur instead of infusion or to flavor olive oil or butter as in our recipe. We also offer it as a cocktail finish in our Essentia line.

Excellent for purifying the air, it keeps bacterial spread under control thanks to its antiseptic and balsamic action, used as an ingredient in sprays to eliminate mites.

 The laurel in Psycho-Aromatherapy is used to help govern yourself, from your actions to nutrition. Laurel is useful for managing impulses, for organizing the common thing, it removes annoyances and thoughts.

Suggested uses:

• Room diffuser: to choose between 3 and 6 drops in 100 ml. of water.
• Bathtub: 8/10 drops of essential oil emulsified in coarse salt, milk, cream, or honey in hot water (to prevent the oil from evaporating due to the heat).
• Massages: we recommend diluting 1/3 drops of essential oil in a tablespoon of carrier oil.
• Food use: we recommend 1/2 drops every 100 gr. of food. Add it at the end of cooking (we suggest to always start with the lowest recommended dose to possibly increase the drops in the future).

Warnings: Do not use in case of chronic diseases, pregnant and breastfeeding. In some people it can cause skin irritation. If in doubt, consult a doctor / pharmacist