The aromas of my herbs as I harvest and line dry them fills my home. One, in particular, doesn't get enough health recognition in our modern time. This herb is known in the culinary world as a turkey or meat spice. In the spiritual world, it is used in the ceremonies of the indigenous.
This amazing herb is Sage. The scientific name is Salvia officinalis.
Sage leaves contain rosmarinic acid which makes it closely related to the herb rosemary.
Sage has been used for thousands of years by the ancient Romans and Egyptians for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, astringent, carminative, and emmenagogue properties to help aid a vast array of potential health uses.
You can get the best health benefits of sage by making teas, oils, or a tincture from its leaves.
It can be taken orally or topically depending on what ails you.
Sage leaves can treat:
*Rheumatism
*Menstrual Bleeding
*Painful Cramps
*Treatment of Infertility.
*Menopause < Hot Flashes, Night Sweats
*Promote Lactation
*Strengthens the Nervous System
*Improves Memory and Sensual Awareness.
*Fever
*Sore Throat
*Cough
*Soothes Asthma Attacks < by breathing in the steam of sage boiling in hot filtered water.
*Nervous disorders
*Joint pain
*Lethargy
*Arthritis.
*Gastrointestinal Upset< Diarrhea, vomiting
*Oral Inflammation < Mouth Ulcers
*Tooth and Gum Disease
*Circulatory Issues
*Stimulates the Adrenal Glands
* Regulates perspiration
*Depression
*Asthenia
*Dizziness
*Wound Astringent < Bites or stings
***CAUTION***
Sage tea and essential oil are generally safe but when used in very high concentrations, they may cause some issues in children or sensitive people. Use in moderation.
RECIPE TIME
To make a mouthwash or gargle for a sore throat or oral issues.
- A sage infusion can be prepared and used up to five times a day.
Take 1 to 3 g of dried leaves and infused them in a cup of 6oz to 8oz of boiled filtered water for ten minutes. Allow cooling. Gargle for the throat or swish around in the mouth for at least one to three minutes.
This infusion recipe works as well for topical care. Just apply as needed.
Tea taken internally, the recommended dosage is three cups per day.
Happy Healing from Hooser Health!
