savory leaves is very good for coughs, sore throat, and intestinal disorders including cramps, indigestion, gas, diarrhea, nausea, and loss of appetite. People with diabetes take it to relieve frequent thirst. It is also used as a tonic and as an aphrodisiac to increase sex drive.
It is also used to treat a sore throat, colic, asthma and irregular menstruation. Herbal tea made from the herb can be used as an antiseptic gargle.
Dry savory herb has amazingly high levels of vitamins and minerals. Just 100 g of ground dry herb provides (% of Recommended daily allowance):-
120% of dietary fiber,
25% of niacin,
130% of vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine),
83% of vitamin C,
177% of vitamin A,
474% of iron,
210% of calcium,
94% of magnesium, and
265% of manganese
but no cholesterol.
Put 1 teaspoon . Bring freshley drawn water to the boil, then pour over SAVORY HERBS. Steep for 3-5 minutes. Drink without adding anything.
