Bay Oil for Arthritis Aches & Swelling

Arthritis aches and swelling can be eased with a little bay oil. Heat a few bay leaves in a bit of olive oil over low heat for about 20 minutes. (Keep the heat low enough to prevent the oil from burning or smoking.) Then remove it from the heat. After the mix cools, strain out the leaves. Use the oil, as needed, by massaging it into the sore areas. Bay oil is also great for lower back pain, varicose veins, muscle sprains, and swollen areas!