Bay leaves are believed to provide various health benefits as well. Bay leaves are said to be a remedy for various health problems such as gas, dandruff, or joint pain. Cooking with ground bay leaves also adds small amounts of vitamins A, C, and B6 and the nutrients iron, calcium, and manganese. Bay leaf greatly helps in digestion. It is used as a natural remedy in a wide range of digestive disorders. Bay leaf has anti-inflammatory properties. As such, massaging with bay leaf essential oil helps in relieving joint and muscle pains, including arthritis pain. Bay leaf contains the phytonutrients which protect the heart and lower the risk of strokes and heart attack. Bay leaf helps in regulating blood sugar levels. You can store dried organic bay leaves for a relatively long period of time. When sealed properly and being stored in a cool, dark, and dry place such as your spice rack or the pantry, the leaves can last up to one year and not lose their flavor and smell.