Laurel has always been used to treat disorders of the digestive system.
It opens the appetite, stimulates the secretion of gastric juices in the stomach, ensures good digestion and prevents fermentation.
It is also used for its antiseptic properties, which is why it is present in many marinades.
The laurel would also be a good expectorant in case of bronchitis and its powder would bring down the fever.
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