Keralaspicesonline bay leaves or tez patta are used for flavouring many dishes like soups, stews, meat, fish, sauces, and in confectioneries. The essential oil from the leaves is also used as a spice and food flavouring agent and has wider application in traditional medicines of different countries. The major functional properties are anti-microbial, anti-fungal, hypoglycaemic, anti-ulcerogenic, etc. The most impressive health benefits of bay leaves include their ability to detoxify the body and protect it from bacterial infections, slow the aging process, speed wound healing, manage diabetes, improve heart health, reduce inflammation, alleviate respiratory issues, optimize digestion.