In the Lamiaceae family, there are no less than 900 species of sage. Most of them are cultivated for the beauty of their flowers, whose shape and nuances delicately adorn the most beautiful gardens. Only three varieties have aroused the curiosity of scientists. For a long time, officinal sage (Salvia officinalis L.) served as a “panacea”. Its Latin name highlights all the respect that the Romans granted it: “salvare” meaning “to save”. The Sun King, Louis XIV, drank a decoction of it every morning, because it was attributed digestive, purifying and antiseptic virtues.
At menopause, sage for hot flashes
Like any aromatic plant, an essential oil (ET) known for its activity close to estrogen is extracted from it. However, as the plant is rich in thujone (an active ingredient that can be convulsive and cause epileptic seizures), we will prefer the EO of clary sage (Salvia sclarea L.) to treat hormonal problems, soothe premenstrual syndrome or hot flashes. Another variety, the third, more exotic, diviner’s sage (Salvia divinorum) is psychotropic (hallucinogenic) and used during shamanic rituals …
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Precautions for use with sage Sage is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. |
An anti-bloating elixir
It is composed of three essential plants in case of stomach aches, bloating …
Recipe : Pour into a large glass of water 2 ml of tincture of officinal sage (Salvia officinalis L.), 5 ml of tincture of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) and 3 ml of tincture of marjoram (Origanum majorana L.). To mix together.
How to use it ? Drink this preparation 3 times a day, for 5 to 7 days.
An anti-perspiration solution
The officinal sage is recommended to alleviate the inconveniences of excessive sweating, because it has an astringent action.
How to use it ? Take 150 g of dry extract of officinal sage, in the form of capsules or tablets, 3 times a day for 15 days. Stop the treatment for 7 days then start again for 15 days.
Preparation for painful periods
This preparation is used in gentle massage to calm menstrual pain.
Recipe : Pour into the palm of your hand 3 drops of essential oil of clary sage (Salvia sclarea L.), 2 drops of essential oil of Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile L.), 2 drops of essential oil of ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata Lam.) And about 5 ml of oily macerate of St. John’s Wort. Mix well
How to use it ? Massage the lower abdomen, 3 or 4 times a day, 2 days before the start of menstruation and 2 days after.
An infusion good for everything!
A cocktail of three plants useful in case of fever, flu syndrome, difficult digestion …
Recipe : Mix 15 g of sage leaves (Salvia officinalis L.), 15 g of common thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) and 20 g of rosemary tops (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) in a liter of simmering water. Leave to infuse, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.
How to use it ? Drink 3 to 4 cups a day, the last 3 hours before bedtime, for 8 days. The infusion is also used as a mouthwash.
An anti-dandruff conditioner
This herbal sage infusion helps get rid of dandruff. In addition, it gives a beautiful shine to the hair.
Recipe : Mix 50 g of officinal sage leaves (Salvia officinalis L.) in a liter of simmering water. Leave to infuse, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.
How to use it ? Use this lotion as the last shampoo rinse, 2 or 3 times a week for 1 month.
Before applying perfume, rub the skin delicately with clary sage leaves (Salvia officinalis L.).
The fragrance will last a little longer …
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