Medicinal Benefits of Winter Savory
Winter savory which is also known as satureja montana is quite a sensual medicinal plant with carminative, aphrodisiac and invigorating properties. The aroma is very strong and this plant has been known for centuries especially for its aphrodisiac and seasoning virtues.
In the times of ancient Greeks, it is believed that they used this plant for dedication to their god called Dionysus which is called Bacchus by the Romans.
However, one of the health benefits of winter savory is that it facilitates digestion and also fosters vital functions. It is said that monks especially the Middle Age Monks are not permitted to farm or cultivate winter savory in their gardens.
Winter savory is a shrub that grows up to 30 cm high and having belonged to the family Labiatea, it attracts attention because of its strong aroma. The leaves are fine, small and point-tipped having small holes from which we find the essences producing glands. satureja montana flowers are small and the colors are pink and white divided into two lips.
The parts of this plant to use are its flowers, stems and the leaves.
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Properties and Indications of satureja montana
Satureja montana holds about 1% of an essential oil which is somewhat rich in cymol and carvacrol. The essential oil gives the plant its antispasmodic, stimulant, diuretics, vermifuge, carminative and pectoral properties. It is also noteworthy that satureja montana contains polyphenolic substances.
Another health benefit of satureja montana is that it features appetizer effects and also promotes digestion. The carminative properties are quite interesting and according to Font Quer, a Spanish botanist and pharmacist, this plant serves to fight the winds of the intestine and stomach.
Therefore, winter savory is good at seasoning dishes and there is nothing better than that. Also know that winter savory helps in relaxing the muscles of the intestine and this is one of its antispasmodic properties. Therefore, satureja montana is recommended for its usefulness for diarrhea and abdominal spasms.
It is therefore good and it is recommended for individuals suffering from gastritis coupled with some vermifuge properties it presents.
Nervous System
Satureja montana has some mild effects of invigorating the nervous system and with this, it is recommended for chronic fatigue, low blood pressure, weakness and asthenia. It is also recommended to combine other natural treatments with winter savory.
Winter savory is mildly depurative and diuretic and with this medicinal property
It is therefore recommended for individuals suffering from arthritis, obesity and gout.
Winter savory (also known as Satureja Montana) has some expectorant and balsamic properties because of its essential oil. Here, satureja montana is quite useful for asthma as well as chronic bronchitis.
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Preparation and Use of Winter savory
Internal Use
- Essence: The normal and recommended dose is from two to five drops of the essence after meal.
- Make infusion with about 20 grams of satureja montana per liter of water. It is recommended to take three to four cups every day.
Summer Savory
This is one of the species of savory which has similar composition and properties like others. As one of them, it is called marjoram, oregano or satureja hortensil L. (Summer savory)
Aside its medicinal uses and properties, this specie is farmed because of its leaves which is normally used as seasoning. The essence is also a beneficial seasoning.
How to prepare Savory Herbal Marinade
According to mountainvalleygrowers,The following are needed in order to prepare savory herbal marinade
On Meat
2 Garlic cloves, sliced
21/2 cups of Red wine
1 celery stalk, chopped
3/4 cup vinegar (red wine)
I number of onion, chopped
Diced carrots (2 qty)
2 Greek Bay leaves (fresh)
2 spoonfuls of Oregano and thyme respectively
Salt
Winter savory
Let the meat marinate for about 12 hours. For use on fish, use winter savory and lemon savory.
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Recipe/ Cuisine Applications
Winter savory serves as a seasoning for raw olives. This very recipe, its method of preparation has been in practice for a long period of time in southern Spanish villages.
When olives are introduced into water for several days, the water will be changed until it turns clear and clean thereby making the olives lose their flavor which is seemingly sour.
The olives are put into water and savory is added to it. Then, garlic, salt, orange rind or lemon rind (in cases of black olives or green olives respectively)
In stews, its essence is used as seasoning. This is obtained by grounding savory by means of a pepper mill or using dry or fresh savory.
Medicinal Benefits of Winter Savory
- Men take winter savory for premature ejaculation
- It aids intestinal disorders including diarrhea, cramps, indigestion, intestinal gas and also nausea.
- Winter savory is recommended in cases of sore throat, cough or reduction in s*x drive.
- However, there’s insufficient evidence for the above mentioned cases.
Satureja montana is also known as a mixing herb which means it easily blends with various culinary oregano, basil or thyme. It can also be added to fish, meat or poultry.
Caution
Winter savory is taken by mouth and is quite safe in food; however, it depends on the amounts. While it is safe when taken by mouth, pregnant women and nursing mothers should stay safe by avoiding any condition that might not go well with their health status which may come as a result of quack practices of medicines involving winter savory.
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