Sage

50g (1.75oz)

Medicinal Name: Salvia Officianalis

Properties: antiseptic, astringent, clears mucus, nerve tonic, estrogenic

Treatment: sore throat, mouth ulcer, diarrhea, phlegm, mucus, anxiety, indigestion, menopause, irregular period, stress, hot flashes, bites & stings

Description:  In a recent study (2008), healthy volunteers averaging 73 years of age showed a significant improvement in memory processing and accuracy of attention after taking a single dose of sage extract. Interestingly, a moderate dose, equivalent to 2.5 g of sage, proved most effective, more so than higher doses.

In a randomized trial published during 2006, a sage throat spray was found to relieve throat pain in people who had acute throat infection.

In the most recent study, undertaken in Switzerland (2011), women with at least 12 months of hot flashes reported an average 64% decrease in symptoms after 8 weeks of taking sage.

Additionally, sage has a long traditional use as a digestive aid, supporting stomach health and promoting better digestion and absorption.

Preparation:  Infusion- pour a cup of boiling water onto 1–3 tsp of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10–15 minutes

Caution: Do not take medicinal doses during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, or if epileptic.