Sage is one of the most famous medicinal herbs. It is appreciated for relieving many ailments. However, above all, it is extremely valuable during colds, when we suffer from… We tell you how to use it and how to make an infusion or rinse with it.
Sage has been valued for centuries as one of the most effective medicinal herbs. It is extremely valuable because it is rich in vitamins A, B and C. In addition, sage contains minerals such as calcium, sodium, iron, zinc and potassium. Thanks to the presence of all these ingredients, sage can relieve many different ailments, such as:
- colds and upper respiratory tract infections,
- long-term stress,
- skin aging,
- increased sweating,
- acne skin problems,
- menstrual disorders.
- increased sweating,
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Sage leaves have many uses. Thanks to yours antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiseptic propertiesthey are often used to relieve inflammation in the oral cavity. Preparations prepared on the basis of sage can relieve tooth and gum pain. They also speed up the treatment of canker sores and thrush.
Moreover, it is worth reaching for sage, especially now, during the cold season, because This plant is great for soothing a sore throat and has an expectorant effect, which allows you to get rid of secretions stuck in the throat.. Sage has a very strong effect and can bring relief even during severe pain during angina, and it also helps get rid of fever. It is worth preparing a sage infusion or rinse to support your body during a cold.
We can use sage, among other things, in the form of an infusion. In stores we can buy it in the form of tea in bags or simply equip it in the leaves of this plant, from which we can prepare a health-promoting infusion ourselves.
To make it, simply pour 125 ml of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of sage leaves. Cover the glass with a saucer and set aside for 15-20 minutes. After this time, strain the infusion and it is ready to drink. We can drink it 1-3 times a day, for a maximum of 2 weeks.
In addition to the infusion, we can also prepare a sage rinse. We make it basically the same way as an infusion, only increasing the amount of leaves to 2-3 teaspoons to make the rinse more intense. Of course, we use it only when the infusion has cooled down, so as not to irritate the tissues with too high a temperature.
Gargle for a few minutes to feel immediate relief. Sage in the form of a rinse can be used 3-4 times a day. However, let’s not forget to also drink enough fluids during the day to moisturize the throat. Let’s also be careful when using sage, because in excess it leads to drying of the mucous membranes.
