Sage

Have you ever heard the saying "If you pick sage in the field, you will not be lame or maimed"? It is a good example of the virtues that popular wisdom has traditionally attributed to this aromatic plant, which is easily found in areas with a Mediterranean climate. Its intense aroma makes it used in cooking, although it is in natural medicine where it has more applications. This is due to the many properties of sage, which make it a must-have in nature's medicine cabinet.

The properties of sage

The benefits of sage are obtained from the leaves and flowers of this plant, which contain numerous active plant ingredients such as camphor, phenols, flavonoids, tannins, etc. Its composition makes sage a natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory, used to treat wounds and burns, as well as sprains, strains, joint pain ... It can also be used for throat problems, ulcers and sores in the mouth gingivitis.

Another of the well-known properties of sage is its digestive effect, which combats heartburn and flatulence. In addition, it has a relaxing and stimulating effect that improves rest, concentration and intellectual performance. Lastly, sage can also ease the discomfort of menopause and is used to strengthen the skin and hair.

Ways to take sage

Sage makes it possible to develop different natural remedies depending on the symptoms to be treated. The simplest way to drink sage is to prepare an infusion or sage tea with the dried leaves and flowers of this plant. Another option is to use diet products such as essential oil or sage extract , with a high concentration of active ingredients. In addition, sage tablets and capsules are sold to take as a nutritional supplement.