Sage: Remarkable Multipurpose Herb
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Sage is known as Saliva Offincinalis under its botanical name and belongs to the family of Labiatae. It is native to the Northern Mediterranean region and is cultivated in Yugoslavia, England, Portugal, France, Cyprus, Spain, Canada, United States and Germany.
Common names of Sage include Meadow Sage, Garden Sage and True Sage. It is valued for its potent medicinal action and possesses powerful stomachic, astringent, tonic, carminative, stimulant and antiseptic properties.
Health benefits of Sage:
Sage is used for treating several ailments such as rheumatism, sprains, ulcers, swelling and makes the nervous system stronger. It improves memory and sharpens the senses and is used in the form of herbal tea or infusion for battling delirium associated with fever and nervous excitability.
It is recommended by herbalists for combating typhoid fever and is a remarkable remedy for a host of liver disorders. Sage is also used for treating kidney disorders, measles, quinsy and lung and stomach hemorrhage. It boosts digestion and is a great tonic for the stomach. It effectively treats flatulence and dyspepsia and is indicated for alleviating joint pain, lethargy and palsy.
Fresh Sage leaves when rubbed on the gums and teeth keep them in good health. Sage is often used in gargles for treating tonsils, laryngitis, bleeding gums and throat ulcers. Sage tea is highly beneficial for coughs and sore throat and helps treat depression. Sage is also known as a powerful herb for treating women’s problems. It is highly effective against hot flashes associated with menopause and helps combat excessive menstrual bleeding.
It also aids in drying up the milk once a woman has stopped nursing. Sage has been used since ancient times for treating various hair problems and prevents premature graying of the tresses. It also prevents over-activity of the oil glands on the scalp, thereby regulating the production of sebum and is highly effective against greasy hair and dandruff.
Sage is topically used for treating snake bites, insect bits and skin ailments and is also beneficial for excessive vaginal discharge. It is known to contain rosmarinic acid that is a powerful antioxidant and safeguards the body against the action of free radicals. The essential oil of Sage is used to soothe tired muscles and is widely used by aromatherapists for treating depression. It can be applied externally for treating skin disorders such as ulcers, dermatitis and sores.
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