Savory: Use and Effect on The Body

Savory relieve bee stings

One of the specialties of savory is that it relieves bee stings. But you can also use the effective medicinal herb as a remedy for flatulence, gastrointestinal complaints, and cramps.

• To relieve pain from a bee sting, rub the area with fresh savory leaves.
• An infusion made from savory, on the other hand, is said to stimulate the appetite and help with indigestion and flatulence.
• The Romans used the herb as a disinfectant. Even tired eyes were refreshed with an infusion of savory.
• A tea made from two teaspoons of savory and half a liter of water stimulates and strengthens the body. You can also prevent cramps and diarrhea. Soak the herb in hot water for 15 minutes.

Savory replaced salt in the Middle Ages

Charlemagne had savory grown in the monastery gardens. Because the herb not only has a healing effect but can also be used as a spice.

• In the Middle Ages, savory, together with rosemary, basil, and thyme, replaced salt.
• Savory taste hot, peppery, and has a strong aroma.
• You can buy the spice dried, grated, or ground.
• The herb is most commonly used in all bean dishes. You can use it to season legume stews, potato and meat salads, and tomato dishes.
• Savory also goes well with meat dishes such as ragouts, lamb, pork, rabbit, and eel dishes.
• Sometimes cucumbers and pickled vegetables are also seasoned with it.
• You can store fresh leaves in a cling bag for a few days. Dried savory, on the other hand, should be stored in an airtight container in a dark, cool place.