Sage is a well-known plant in the Mediterranean countries. It is a member of the mint family. The medicinal and therapeutic benefits of sage have been known for many years, especially by the ancient Egyptians. Sage has been grown in a large number of countries around the world.
Sage has benefits that are difficult to enumerate, as it is an effective treatment for cases of intestinal colic, it expels gases, it helps the body to excrete toxins and sweat well, it purifies the body, it treats infections that affect the body, and it also eliminates harmful bacteria in the body that cause serious diseases in humans.
Sage has important benefits for women, especially before the menstrual period, as it greatly helps reduce severe abdominal pain that accompanies the first days of the menstrual cycle, reduces uterine contractions, and prevents water retention in the body.
Sage also has benefits in relaxing the body’s nerves, reducing fatigue and depression, and helping with deep sleep. Drinking sage also helps with weight loss and controls blood sugar levels, and is therefore beneficial for those suffering from diabetes. It is also a diuretic and treats urinary retention.
Boiled leaves can be drunk, and sage leaves can be placed on food during its preparation, such as on meat and chicken before cooking.
