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Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis) and Inflammation (general): evidence and sources

Preliminary evidence

inferred from anti-inflammatory action

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mdpi.com

Fernandes F, et al. Laurus nobilis Leaves and Fruits: A Review of Metabolite Composition and Interest in Human Health. Applied Sciences. 2023;13 · 2023

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journals.lww.com

Singletary KW. Bay Leaf: Potential Health Benefits. Nutrition Today. 2021;55 · 2021

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pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Ramos C, et al. Bay Leaf. In: Nonvitamin and Nonmineral Nutritional Supplements. Academic Press; 2019:269-276. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7152419/ · 2019

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pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Elansary HO, et al. Laurus nobilis: Composition of Essential Oil and Its Biological Activities. Biomolecules. 2018;8 · 2018

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arboretum.arizona.edu

University of Arizona Campus Arboretum. Medicinal Plant Virtual Tour - Bay Laurel. https://arboretum.arizona.edu/medicinal-plant-virtual-tour-bay-laurel

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5 sources supporting Bay Leaf for Inflammation (general). Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.

Mechanistic basis

This use is associated with the plant's anti-inflammatory action.