Sage

• Common Names (AKA): Garden sage, culinary sage, common sage

• Main Health Benefits:

  • Digestive Health: Helps alleviate digestive issues like bloating and indigestion.

  • Cognitive Function: May support cognitive function and memory.

  • Cardiovascular: Blood mover for stagnant blood conditions.

  • Other: May be helpful in balancing blood sugar levels and cholesterol. Also may be useful in relieving pain (headaches, joints). It is said to help ease menopausal complaints.  

• Energetics:

  • Taste: Pungent, slightly bitter, astringent

  • Temperature: Warming, Drying

  • Effect on the Body: Digestive, cognitive support

• Blends Well With:

  • Herbs: Rosemary, thyme, and mint

  • Fruits: Apples, lemon, and pears

  • Teas: Green tea, white tea, or herbal blends (for a savory, aromatic infusion)

• How to Prepare:

  • Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried leaves per cup of boiling water, steeped for 5-10 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs and teas.

• Known Precautions/Contraindications:

  • Pregnancy: Outside of use in quantity as a spice, it should be used with caution during pregnancy as high doses may cause uterine contractions. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider that is trained in the use of herbs if on such medications.

  • Medication Interactions: May interact with medications for diabetes or blood pressure; consult a qualified healthcare provider that is trained in the use of herbs if on such medications.

• Additional Information: It has been historically valued for its medicinal properties, particularly for digestive and respiratory health. Symbolically, it represents wisdom and purification, often used in rituals and traditional practices for its cleansing properties.

• Origin: Albania, Turkey, Egypt

Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities. (*organic)

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