They are used in soups, stews, meat, seafood, vegetable dishes, & sauces. The leaves also flavor many classic French dishes. The leaves are most often used whole (sometimes in a bouquet garni) & removed before serving (they can be abrasive in the digestive tract). All Herbs come in 1 oz. packages. Herbs are used for a variety of purposes. As medicines, herbs often do this job for common complaints in many ways. They can be used for making teas, bathing, body care products, flower essences, supplements, & even treated as a fragrance. Each herb possesses unique ways of helping you to stay healthy & support your body, mind, & spirit. This is why it is such a powerful product. Herbs have been used for over 5000 years & have grown in use over time. Certain herbs stabilize hormones & your metabolism & often have fewer side effects than prescriptions. (Please consult your doctor before using herbal medicine, this does not substitute for medical care.) Bay Leaves Whole | Organic Natural Herbalist Dried Herbs Botanical Metaphysical Wicca Witchcraft Meditation