Just Healthy: How To Make A Sage Infusion For Sore Throats

June 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment

From eHow:

Here is an all-natural solution to a sore throat that works just as well for children as for adults. This article presents a method of making a healing sage infusion that works particularly well for easing the discomfort of a sore throat. Sage is naturally anti-inflammatory, honey is one of nature’s antiseptics, and lemon juice contains large amounts of Vitamin C (to boost immunity), as well as being antibacterial, antiseptic and decongesting.

What You Will Need:

  • ½ cup fresh sage leaves, torn into smaller pieces
  • 2 tbsp. honey (only for people more than 2 years old)
  • ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, torn into smaller pieces
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • 4 cups boiling water
  • Strainer
  • Heat-proof bowl or container

    • Directions:

  • Place the torn sage leaves and peppermint leaves in the bowl. Add the lemon juice and the honey.

  • Pour the boiling water over the contents of the bowl and stir to dissolve the honey. Cover the bowl for 30 minutes.

  • Uncover the bowl and strain the liquid. Discard the leaves.

  • Sip the liquid like a tea to relieve the pain of a sore throat. Drink at least one cup every three to four hours, although relief should begin immediately.

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