Bay leaf needs no introduction. It is one of the ‘must have’ spices in every Indian kitchen and rightfully so. It is in its whole form as well as in the derived oil form is known to have a plethora of health benefits. Bay Leaf tea is one of the prominent beverages that is known to reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, help treat brain disorders, kidney stones as well as accelerate wound healing. Meghalaya, a state in the Northeast of India, with its pristine lands and hilly terrain, is home to naturally grown bay leaves too. Zizira, based in Meghalaya sources bay leaves directly from the farmers we work with. Bay leaf or ‘Tej Patta'(called in Hindi) adds flavor and aroma to most Indian dishes, like biryani, dal makhani, fish curries to name a few. But bay leaf can also be used in making some of the potent great tea blends. It gives out a flavorful, soothing smell and a better taste to your tea. But apart from that, most people drink it as a natural health drink. Before I come to the recipes, here is the most asked question- Tej Patta Benefits: Why Should You Start Drinking Bay Leaf Tea? There are several bay leaf tea benefits that make it a superb, naturally healthy choice for a beverage. Here are some of the prominent health benefits it has to offer. Bay leaf contains anti-inflammatory agents. Drinking bay leaf tea can help relieve pain such as sprain, joint pains or even arthritis. Study also shows that it helps fight diabetes. Drinking bay leave tea helps prevent many common ailments like cold, cough and flu. Bay leaf tea can relax the body. It reduces blood pressure, improve blood circulation and decreases cholesterol levels. Bay leaf tea can sooth your digestive track. It helps you avoid constipation and other digestive disorders. If you have been looking for ways to lose weight, drink a glass of bay leaf tea twice a day. Bay leaf tea accelerates body metabolism and helps promote weight loss. Considering the plethora of health-aiding properties, you may find the bay leaf price to be a bit on the higher end. However, it’s worth every penny. At Zizira, you are assured to get only the premium-quality, pure, organically sourced bay leaf and allied blends at competitive prices. And, you won’t have to worry about adulteration, the presence of heavy metals, […]