Infusion of sage: properties and benefits of the plant that is good for the stomach
The infusion is a great way to consume sage and take advantage of its benefits: did you know that it is good for the stomach, can you use it as a remedy for cycle disorders and for oral hygiene? If we have intrigued you at least a little "keep reading" the article, you will see that in the end you will have the urgent desire to prepare yourself a sage infusion. Below you will also find a video to learn about the various types of tea and understand how and when to consume them.
History and characteristics of sage
The word sage comes from the Latin term "salvus" that is to save, to heal, therefore all its beneficial power is already expressed in the name. Sage was already widely used in the past as a remedy in the most varied situations. It was believed that it could be an "excellent solution to fertility problems, but not only that, it was known and appreciated for its healing properties.
To give some practical examples: when we feel exhausted, tired and have a bit of fever, we can opt for an infusion of sage, which will help to restore the necessary substances to the body for a speedy recovery. There are many ailments that can be heal and soothe by drinking a good sage infusion, and we want to emphasize that this drink also has an excellent flavor that lends itself well to being tasted at any time of the day.
Always be careful not to overdo it: the rule also applies in the case of sage, whose effects could be harmful and dangerous in case of overdose.
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Properties of the sage infusion
We have already mentioned some of them, but what are the properties for which sage is known? How is it possible to use the infusion to feel good?
- Disinfectant and detergent properties
You probably haven't noticed, but it's very easy to find sage on the ingredient list of toothpastes and mouthwashes. Regularly consuming sage infusions can help to maintain perfect oral hygiene. You can also use the sage infusion as a normal mouthwash without sweetening it and letting it cool will be perfect for cleansing the oral cavity.
- Antioxidant properties
Sage boasts a high content of antioxidants, so drinking its infusion regularly effectively counteracts the action of free radicals, the main cause of skin aging and more.
Thanks to its characteristics, sage is able to counteract even short-term memory loss: the levels of acetylcholine (an enzyme that promotes communication between the various parts of the brain). they increase favoring a clear and rested mind.
- Digestive properties
Sage tea can also help with difficult digestion by reducing swelling. It can also be used by women during the days of the menstrual cycle and in the days immediately before, when a little abdominal swelling usually appears.
Sage tea: what are the benefits?
- The use of sage is also and above all beneficial for menopausal women who need to rebalance the hormonal system avoiding the annoying hot flashes, typical of this condition.
- Sage is also widely used for swelling and sprains that can occur when doing sports at a competitive level and beyond.
- As a drink it is recommended for fevers derived from problems that afflict the brain and the nervous system in general.
- Also useful for treating a simple cold, sage benefits the whole body, ensuring a healthy life.
How to make sage tea
But how do you make a good sage tea? Although it is often possible to find them ready-made in a herbalist's shop or at the supermarket, it is better not to deprive yourself of the pleasure of being able to prepare this beneficial drink directly at home. Just get a sage plant, easily available in garden stores, and take a certain number of sage leaves (greater than 10), depending on how tasty we want our infusion to be. After having washed them well under running water, we immerse them in a saucepan with water that we will bring to a boil. It will take a few minutes, about 10, and the herbal tea will be ready. At the end of cooking we can decide to add some grated lemon peel together. to the juice to give the infusion an even more purifying touch. Finally, it will be time to pour into the cup and, if we really can't do without it, sweeten our drink before drinking it.
Sage infusion: contraindications
Among the natural remedies useful for our health, we can certainly include sage, but even if it is a harmless plant, excessive use and consumption of sage can lead to some problems. As we have seen so far, the benefits are numerous, but incorrect use of sage leaves could become dangerous for the body. Especially in the form of oil, sage is very powerful and therefore it takes care in handling it. Follow these rules:
- avoid contact with eyes and do not ingest sage oil;
- wash your hands thoroughly after using pure sage oil.
In the case of the drink, on the other hand, overdoing the consumption of the sage infusion can lead to a side effect that predicts attacks of diarrhea. It is better to always pay close attention, drinking this type of infusions is good, but you need moderation ..
