Garden Sage (Salvia Officinalis)
Part Used: Use leaf (dried)
Height: 2ft tall
Preparation: Infusion, tincture
Spanish sage (low thujone content) is better for long time use than other varieties
Actions:
Culinary herb
Anti-microbial
Anti-oxidant
Astringent
Estrogenic
Restores natural heat
Reduces sweating
Comforts vital spirits
Helps memory
Quickens the senses
Digestive tonic
Treats:
Mouth ulcers
Sore throat
Catarrh (dries it up)
Poor memory
Stress
Anxiety
Early stages of dementia
Menopausal symptoms
Cold sage tea sipped in small doses during day for:
Sweating
Hot flashes
Headache
Mouthwash & gargle
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