The botanical name of bay berry is Myrica cerifera and it belongs to the family Myricaceae. It is also called as Kaiphala. Bay berry has various health benefits. It is used to cure cold, tonsillitis and as a blood purifier. Bay berry helps in digestion and also helps in nutrition, as it has high content of vitamin C. Bark of the tree is used as a medicine. Various health benefits of bay berry are discussed in this article.
Health benefits of Bay Berry
Bay berry has following health benefits:
- Fever — Bay berry is an effective cure for cold and fever. Catarrh of mucous membrane, chest infections, typhoid and catarrh can be cured with the hot decoction of bay berry bark. Bark should be powdered and sniffed to treat congestion of nasal passages.
- Throat Infections — A decoction prepared by bark of bay berry is also good for throat infections.
- Hemorrhage — Bay berry can be taken internally to cure postpartum hemorrhage. This decoction can also be used as a douche to cure leucorrhea and excessive menstrual bleeding.
- Inflammation — Bay berry is used to treat gastrointestinal tract infections and inflammation.
- Dysentery — It is also used to cure chronic gonorrhea, diarrhea and dysentery.
- Cough – Herb’s decoction can be prepared with cinnamon and used for cure of piles and chronic cough.
- Toothache — Bark of the herb can be made into paste form and used for relief from toothache and gums strengthening.
- Wounds — The herb can be used as a dressing for wounds and ulcers. Bark can be dried and its powder can be sprinkled over sores.
The above are some of the health benefits of bay berry.
