Benefits of Sage

Sage is a bitter herb commonly prepared with chicken and beef. It has a hint of lemon, making it a perfect companion for beans, corn, cheese, and more.

Sage is a natural antiseptic believe to improve the effects of Alzheimer's disease. It provides Vitamin K and Vitamin A and is helpful in preventing skin problems, aging, hair loss, indigestion and excessive perspiration. When infused with water and honey and gargled, it can soothe and heal a sore throat. It is also effective against canker sores and gum disease and can treat asthma, prevent diabetes, and help relieve hot flashes during menopause in women,

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Benefits & Effects of Sage

Aging

Alzheimer's Disease

Asthma

Diabetes

Eating the right foods can help you maintain healthy blood-sugar levels and insulin levels.

Digestion

Skin and Hair

Vitamins & Nutrients found in Sage (Click for details)

Vitamin A (Retinol)

Vitamin A (retinol) is essential for good eyesight and extremely helpful in preserving our skin, joints, eyes and internal organs. If there really was a Fountain of Youth, retinol would be one of the key ingredients and it would probably be reddish-orange due to the beta-Carotene. The body converts the red-orange pigment into Vitamin A. It also supports the immune system, bone metabolism, and development of embryos in reproduction. It is an antioxidant vitamin, which destroys free radicals in our body. Free radicals are produced by the body when we smoke, don’t eat a proper diet, or are exposed to stress or pollution. They are also suspected of contributing to cancer and cardiovascular disease. Pregnant women who are deficient in Vitamin A are more likely to have premature birth or very low birth weight. Women who have high levels of Vitamin A have a lower risk for breast cancer.

Vitamin A is made by your body when you eat carrots and other yellow and orange fruits and vegetables which contain beta-carotene, such as sweet potatoes, pumpkin, cantaloupe, papaya, peas, butternut squash, mango, and dried apricots. It is also found in spinach, kale, collard greens, broccoli, tomato juice, peppers, watercress and full fat dairy products (butter, milk, eggs, cheddar cheese). Interestingly enough, these are ready to eat raw and cooking them causes the loss of some of the vitamins. Liver, beef, chicken, turkey, and fish are also high in Vitamin A content.

Vitamin K (Naphthoquinoids)

Vitamin K (naphthoquinoids) is produced by the body and is responsible for blood clotting. After you’ve been cut, it works to stop you from losing too much blood. Taking antibiotics can cause deficiencies in Vitamin K but you can rely on green leaf vegetables to replenish your supply.

Water

Water is essential to every cell in your body. Your tissue and organs require water in order to function properly like a car needs oil. Water lubricates your joints and helps regulate body temperature. It flushes out waste products in your liver and kidney and helps prevent constipation. It also carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells, while also helping dissolve the minerals, making them easier for the body to process. Water is the most abundant chemical compound found on earth and the most vital to life.

Disclaimer:

For best results, fresh, organic foods are recommended.
Foods are most nutritious in their raw form, unless heating is required.
Food sources are recommended over supplements, but in the event you must use supplements, be sure to purchase them from a reputable source. In the U.S., supplements are not regulated by the FDA.
"Everything in moderation" is a good rule of thumb. Don't shock your system by eating dozens of apples (or anything) in one day. A balanced, yet varied diet is the goal.

As with medicine, there are no guarantees. Preventative steps can help prevent illness and possibly prolong lives, but there are many contributing factors and variables which can sometimes produce unexpected results.
Do research and consult your physician before making any serious changes to your diet or taking supplements. Discuss any allergies or concerns you may have. If you are taking any prescriptions or medications, this is especially important.
The information presented here is based on my research and years of note-taking. What started as a short list of cures for friends and family has grown into a full and very complex database, yet is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits of eating healthy foods. This list is a work in progress and by no means complete. My goal is to help people suffering from various ailments, with a secondary goal of spreading the news about the miraculous healing power of foods. Use this information as a launchpad into your new healthy life.