Need to unwind completely? We all do. All that exercise and physical activity for our New Year’s resolutions takes a lot of energy, so we’d like to help you kick back and relax after all those activities. Following valerian and frankincense, today we’re shining the spotlight on another special herb...
Bay Bean—it’ll help you find your zen
As a visitor to Dutch-Smart, you know there are plenty of remedies to help you relax. Nature is full of natural relaxants, including the beautiful herb Bay Bean. This herb, also known as Canavalia Maritima, helps you relax completely.
To find this herb in its natural state, we have to head to Mexico and the southern part of the Americas. The leaves of this plant hang from vines that can grow up to 6 meters high. The leaves fold themselves in the sunlight and have been used for centuries for their calming effects. It is even a plant used in sacred rituals by several indigenous tribes. But even outside of Mexico, this herb is rapidly gaining popularity. Not surprising, because with Canavalia Maritima, you can truly unwind with ease!
Put your feet up with Bay Bean
We’re not giving away any secrets when we say that life is too hectic for many people. Besides work, we have so many other things to do. Exercise, going out, social media... These are all good reasons to keep going, but they don’t make it any easier to take a moment for yourself. When you finally do have a moment like that, it’s good to make the most of it.
Canavalia Maritima can really help with this. For example, you can use the herb in a delicious, relaxing tea. But did you know that you can also smoke the leaves or even vaporize them? The effect is the same in both cases: many people report a quick sense of calm in their minds, without having to worry about experiencing side effects.
In addition to these calming effects—which, admittedly, have not yet been confirmed by science—this herb also offers several other positive benefits. These include the many antioxidants and minerals found in Canavalia Maritima. Its many health benefits make Bay Bean a wonderful natural relaxant that you can use without worry.
How should Bay Bean be used?
There are several ways to experience the effects of Canavalia Maritima. Traditionally, Bay Bean is consumed in South America and along the Gulf Coast of Mexico as an infusion made from the leaves. In this case, the leaves are placed in hot water and then strained. When Bay Bean is smoked, you might notice an effect just as “intense” as when you smoke a cigarette. So it’s certainly not a potent plant, but it does provide a relaxed and calming feeling.
So, do you need a little more relaxation too? Do you find yourself feeling pretty tense and having a hard time unwinding? Then you’ve come to the right place at Dutch-Smart this week! Keep a close eye on our blog, because there are many more soothing herbs coming your way.
