Using Sage Tea to Cleanse Your Lungs, Throat, and Mucus

Introduction

Since ancient times, sage tea has been used to treat respiratory infections, lessen inflammation, and ease sore throats. Natural antiviral and antibacterial substances found in sage leaves, such as carnosol, rosmarinic acid, and thujone, help clear the throat, lessen mucus accumulation, and promote healthy lungs. This tea improves your respiratory system and is perfect for colds, phlegm, coughs, and throat infections.

Ingredients

One tablespoon of fresh or dried sage leaves

One cup of water that is boiling

One teaspoon of raw honey (optional, to soothe the throat)

One slice of fresh lemon, if desired, to add vitamin C

A tiny piece of fresh ginger, if desired for more thorough cleansing

Directions

Bring Water to a Boil:

Heat one cup of water until it boils.

Include the ingredients:

Fill a cup or teapot with sage leaves (and ginger, if using).

Steep:

Cover the leaves with boiling water and steep for ten minutes.

After straining, serve:

Strain the tea into a cup.

When it cools a little, add the lemon and honey.

Warm Drink:

Take a moderate sip to help soothe discomfort and coat the throat.

Advice

Drink two to three times a day to relieve congestion or sore throats.

For bacterial throat infections, you can also gargle with cooled sage tea.

Add peppermint or thyme leaves for added potency.

The potency may be diminished if the leaves are boiled directly for an extended period of time.

Advantages for Health

removes mucus from the sinuses and lungs.

minimizes coughing and soothes sore throats.

Fights germs and viruses causing throat infections

lessens respiratory passage inflammation

facilitates easier breathing and lung health

increases immunity organically

Precautions

Large amounts are not advised for women who are pregnant or nursing.

Don’t use excessively for longer than two weeks at a time.

Before using, people using blood pressure or seizure medications should speak with their doctor.

Concluding remarks

A potent yet gentle natural cure for throat and respiratory health is sage tea. During cold seasons or while recuperating from illness, cough, or throat discomfort, its earthy scent and therapeutic qualities make it a great everyday beverage. Breathe deeply, drink it warm, and allow nature’s restorative powers to work.