Sage Tea

Sage tea is a herbal decaffeinated tea, it comes from the flowers, leaves and twigs of the sage plant, which is also known as salvia officinalis. Sage tea is native to the Mediterranean region where it has been used for it medical properties fore many years. This delicious beverage contains Vitamins A, B6, C, K and folates, as well as minerals such as iron and copper. Sage tea has a very refreshing taste, it is often described to have an bitter and pine-like flavor with a beautiful earthy aroma.

Health Benefits

• Strengthens immunity, thanks to the high amounts of antioxidants, it helps defend our bodies against infections and harmful bacteria, treating the common cold, flu and sore throat, as well as it lowers the risk of cancer.
• Reduces the risk of cancer, sage tea helps suppress the growth of cancer cells and stimulator cells which help prevent cancer.
• Reduces high blood sugar levels, as sage tea increases insulin sensitivity, making it a good treatment against type 2 diabetes.
• Improves brain health and supports memory, as sage tea contains compounds that acts as antioxidants, this helps increase the brains defense system which aids in:
  • Improving memory
  • Raising attention and responsiveness
  • Improving problem solving skills
  • Increasing a great state of calmness
  • Slows down cognitive decline in old age
• Supports oral health, sage tea has antimicrobial effects, which is a great remedy against microbes that cause plague in our teeth, also killing candida albicans, fungus, and bacteria that cause cavities.
• Eases menopausal symptoms, sage tea contains estrogen-like properties, which allows certain receptors in the brain to improve mood swings, hot flashes and excessive sweating.
• Lowers bad LDL cholesterol levels and raises good HDL cholesterol levels, this helps minimize the risk of heart disease.
• Relieves diarrhea, sage tea helps relax the gut, which allows for an easier excretion.
• Strengthens bone health, sage tea contains large amounts of vitamin K which strengthen bone and improve bone density.
• Benefits in helping reducing wrinkles, thanks to the compounds in sage tea which helps slow down the aging of skin.

Side Effects

• May be toxic to the brain if consumed in large amounts, as sage tea contains the compound thujone.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before consumption
• May cause allergic reactions if mixed with medications, consult a doctor before consumption.

Although herbal teas are known to be natural, that doesn’t mean that they are safe for everyone.

If pregnant or about to go under surgery or have any allergies consult with your doctor if it’s safe.