The anti-inflammatory properties of bay leaves can help reduce pain, including headaches, strains, sprains, arthritis, and overexertion. Use bay leaves in aromatherapy; heat the leaves in water, crush them, and rub them on the affected area; or use in a cream or poultice. You want to release the bay leaf's oils on the area where the pain is because the oils contain the anti-inflammatory properties.

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