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Friday, January 29, 2010

Herb Profile: Sage is fortifying

Sage leaf tea is helpful for menopausal disturbances, specifically for reducing or eliminating hot flashes, painful menstruation, anxiety and mood swings.

Mothers who want to wean their babies can drink sage tea to reduce their production of breast milk.

Sage tea is a well-known cold and flu fighter. Drink 3-4 cups for several days.

Gargle cooled tea to treat inflammations such as laryngitis and tonsillitis or use as a mouthwash or swab for infected gums and mouth sores (cankers).

Taken on an empty stomach, sage tea has been proven to lower blood sugar in diabetics.

The fragrance of sage essential oil can relieve mental grief and physical stress.

Sage is delicious in soups, stews and pasta sauces.

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