An aromatic drink that protects against cancer and diabetes

Specialists from the Mayo Clinic (USA) note that sage tea has many healing properties. In particular, it is able to protect the body from the development of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

As the study emphasizes, in addition to regular physical exercises and giving up bad habits, a healthy diet contributes to prolonging life. If we talk about the perfect drink, it is sage tea.

Sage tea contains carnosol, a compound that has an anti-cancer effect. An experiment involving 500 people, in particular, showed that drinking tea with sage and chamomile can reduce the risk of developing thyroid cancer. Sage also helps prevent changes that lead to the formation of colon cancer cells.

Sage tea improves blood sugar levels, researchers note. Thus, 500 mg of sage extract 3 times a day improves blood sugar levels on an empty stomach, after meals, and hemoglobin.

According to scientists, sage improves the mechanisms of blood cholesterol regulation, which can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. In women who drank 300 ml of sage tea twice a day, the concentration of fatty components in blood vessels decreased. They had a 16% decrease in “bad” cholesterol and a 20% increase in “good” cholesterol.

Scientists remind us that sage contains the compound thujone, which gives it a strong aroma, but can be toxic in high doses. In any case, consult your doctor before using any medication.