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Bay leaf, Lorbeerblatt, Laurier, Hoja de laurel, Laurus nobilis, Tamāla / Tejpatra (तमाल / तेजपत्र)

Bay leaves are aromatic leaves of the Laurus nobilis tree, native to the Mediterranean. In Ayurveda, the related leaf Tejpatra (from Cinnamomum tamala) is used medicinally. Bay leaves stimulate Agni, reduce bloating, and support respiratory health. They have a slightly bitter, pungent flavor and are commonly used in soups, stews, and rice dishes. Ayurvedically, they are warming and suitable for reducing Vata and Kapha, while Pitta types should use them moderately due to their heating nature.

Helps reduce Vata through warming, digestive, and carminative properties.

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May increase Pitta in excess; use in small amounts.

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Reduces Kapha by stimulating digestion and clearing excess mucus.

Rasa

bitter (tikta), pungent (katu)

Guna

dry (ruksa), light (laghu)

Virya

heating (ushna)

Vipaka

pungent (katu)

Dhatu

Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa

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Indigestion, bloating, low appetite, respiratory congestion, sluggish circulation

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Not recommended in high amounts for those with strong Pitta imbalances or ulcers.

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Commonly used whole in soups, stews, lentil dishes, and teas. Traditionally added to Ayurvedic decoctions (Kashayam) for respiratory and digestive health.

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