Sage and 7 of it’s remedial uses.
1. Drink it as a hot tea to soothe sore throats, colds, tonsillitis and respiratory infections, it can also aid in fighting them off.
2. If you suffer from indigestion you can eat 2-3 fresh leaves or drink it in a hot tea to help soothe it.
3. It can reduce sinus congestion and night sweats due to it’s fluid regulating properties.
4. It can aid in digestion and thus reduce flatulence along with digestive headaches.
5. Smoke cleansing, the process of burning bundled and tied sage has been proven to kill airborne bacteria.
6. It has very high anti-fungal, antiseptic and antibacterial properties. This means eating it can help kill bad gut bacteria and fight infections in the digestive tract.
7. Due to it’s antiseptic properties you can use it to make a salve to treat cuts, grazes and burns.
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage.
Juice of half a lemon or lime.
Boil enough water for one cup.
Add the boiling water and the sage into a cup to steep for 5-7 minutes.
Lastly add the lemon/lime juice to taste and add honey for throat soothing properties.
If you commonly suffer with sore throats, indigestion, blocked sinuses and have poor house ventilation I’d recommend getting a fresh Sage plant or two. They are very easy to keep and produce more than enough leaves to use. Keep it on a windowsill and it will thrive.
If you’re suffering from an infection start drinking a cup with breakfast, lunch and dinner until it subsides.
Don’t forget to visit your doctor though as serious infections may need strong antibiotics!