an earthy, peaceful energy to the kitchen.
Studies suggest that the scent of linalool – abundant in bay leaf oil – may reduce cortisol levels and promote calmness, supporting what our ancestors instinctively knew centuries ago.
4. An Ancient Insect Repellent Still Working Today
The ancients may not have known the chemistry, but they understood results. One of the main reasons people placed bay leaves around the home – especially in kitchens and pantries – was to repel insects naturally.
Why It Works:
Bay leaves contain essential oils (especially eucalyptol and cineole) that pests
