Laurel under the pillow: the ancient custom of grandparents that did not deserve to be forgotten

Laurel is a plant used since ancient times, considered sacred by the Greeks and Romans who used it to adorn the heads of poets and leaders, as a symbol of wisdom and glory. It is not surprising that today it is still used to surround the heads of students who reach the coveted milestone of graduation.

Today we will list all the virtues of this wonderful plant, listing all the reasons why it is a good idea to sleep with a bay leaf under the bed.

In addition to being very useful in the kitchen, laurel has always been used in traditional medicine due to its many properties. It helps improve digestion and relieve colic and abdominal swelling, but it also has expectorant properties useful against fever and colds.

It is also recommended for relieving the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism, as well as having repellent properties against insects and parasites.

Furthermore, bay leaf is also an excellent remedy that helps us sleep better and more throughout the night.

This plant has an anti-stress action, which promotes a state of relaxation and helps us rest better.

To enjoy this benefit, simply place a few bay leaves directly under the pillow , perhaps tying them together with string. You will see that the benefits of this wonderful plant will not take long to be felt.

Important: This website does not give medical advice, nor does it suggest the use of techniques as a form of treatment for physical problems, for which the advice of a doctor is required. If you decide to apply the information contained in this site, it does not assume responsibility. The intention of the site is to be illustrative, not exhortative or didactic.