It is known as bay leaf or Tez Patta, and it is obtained from the small evergreen tree of the bay laurel family, native to the Mediterranean area, which is also known as a bay laurel or bay leaf tree. Approximately two to three inches long, almond-shaped, and green in color, the leaf is two to three inches long. The flavor of bay leaf can be described as spicy, woodsy, floral, sweet and savoury, with a slightly bitter undertone.

Indians use this spice to make tea and prepare curry dishes. It is a common spice that is used for making tea and in the preparation of curry dishes. In spite of the fact that you need to remove it from the dish before serving, it contains a number of nutrients that prevent the development of many chronic diseases. The benefits include the relief of diabetes, cancer, and stomach problems, for example.

Benefits of Tej Patta

1. Boosts the digestive system and improves digestion

2. Assists in relieving stress by reducing anxiety

3. Assists Your Body In Fighting Inflammation

4. It is heart-friendly

5. Assists in the fight against fungal infections

6. Tejpatta  is an excellent way to improve the brain function

7. Induces sleep by promoting relaxation

8. Aids in Diabetes Management

9. Provides relief from itchy scalp and dandruff

How to use

Consumption on an internal basis

. Leaf of Tejpatta that is raw, dried, and uncooked
. It is recommended that you take 1-2 raw dried Tejpatta leaves.
. The flavor and taste of food can be enhanced by adding it to your cooking while you are cooking.

. Tejpatta Powder
. Take ¼-½ teaspoon Tejpatta powder.
. After lunch and dinner, swallow it with water in order to maintain a normal level of blood sugar in your body.

Use for external purposes

Make a paste of Tez Patta and apply it to your chest overnight. Upon inhaling the vapour, bacteria that cause respiratory infections are removed from the body.

Spread bay leaf paste on the forehead to relieve headaches and migraines

. Toothpaste made from Tejpatta
. Take ½-1 teaspoon of Tejpatta powder.
. In order to form a paste, add honey to the powder
. With this paste, gently massage the teeth and gums with a circular motion.
. Make sure to rinse your mouth with fresh water after brushing your teeth.
. To get rid of swollen gums and to whiten your teeth, use this twice a day.

. Tejpatta Oil
. I would recommend you to take 2 to 5 drops of Tejpatta oil.
. Apply it on the affected area by mixing it with sesame oil and rubbing it on.
. You can apply it 1-2 times a day to get rid of swelling and inflammation in the body.

Tej patta Chai For Weight Loss
Tej patta Masala Chai

One of the most refreshing beverages to kickstart your day is a piping cup of hot masala chai. It is a great way to boost your metabolism and get a good start to your day. There is something special about Tej patta chai. It is a strong, spicy, and relishing concoction that is used to treat common colds, coughs, and sore throats.

Ingredients

 2 cups water

1 cup milk

 ½ tsp. of tea leaves

1 dried bay leaves

 ½ inch ginger

Honey to taste

Method

Boil water in a pan, add black tea leaves and boil for 4-5 minutes.

Add ginger slices and bay leaves to the mixture, add milk and allow it to steep for 5 minutes.

Switch off the stove, strain it using a sieve.

Add honey for sweetness and serve.

Take a sip of this refreshing Tez Patta tea and enjoy every sip.

Nutrition

It is believed that bay leaves, packed with a wealth of essential nutrients such as vitamin A, C, iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium, can greatly ease migraines. There are active enzymes that are responsible for stimulating the digestion process and preventing indigestion and flatulence. Ginger assists in the relief of sore throats, coughs, chest congestion and colds as well as soothing sore throats.

Tez Patta Kadha
Ingredients:

2-3 bay leaves

1 cinnamon bark

2 slices of ginger

1/4 teaspoon of turmeric

6 black pepper balls

Honey to taste

Method:

Boil 4 cups of water in a pan on a low flame, add all the spices and let them steep for 15 minutes until the spices essence soak in.

Switch off the stove, filter the decoction using a sieve and add honey for a hint of sweetness, before serving.

Nutrition:

A bay leaf that has been infused with apple amounts of polyphenol, an antioxidant, is a powerful, yet natural way to reduce inflammation in the body and protect it from infectious pathogens. The powerful antioxidants that turmeric contains bolster the immune system and aid in the fight against viruses. It has been proven that ginger is effective in treating seasonal illnesses, coughs, and colds. When it comes to easing chest congestion, cinnamon works wonders, and it is known to improve the airflow in the lungs as well.

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