The Best Cough Remedy Recipe: Five Reasons You Should Have Bay Leaves at Home

Bay leaves are the inevitable spice of any dish and have incredible healing power that will save you from the dull cold in the winter season.

In the period when we often cook pulses and rich foods that warm us, we cannot forget the honeydew that perfectly complements their taste: the bay leaf.

Laurel has been used since ancient times as a salve, but also as a medicine due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects.

It is rich in group B vitamins, which have a positive effect on metabolism and hormonal status, Telegrafi reports.

Laurel also contains many minerals: potassium, copper, calcium, selenium, iron, magnesium and zinc.

In periods when viruses and frequent coughs invade us, this salve can help a lot.

Three finely chopped leaves, put in 2,5 deciliters of water and boil for ten minutes. Remove from the pan and keep for another ten minutes covered with a lid and drain.

Add a tablespoon of lemon juice and two tablespoons of honey.

Tip: For any health concerns you have, be sure to consult your doctor. /Telegraph/