Sage Leaves (Salvia officinalis)

Sage Leaves (Salvia officinalis)

Medicinal uses:

Antiseptic, Antispasmodic and Carminative.

• Helps with excessive sweating, especially for menopausal women and people who perspire more than normally;
• Help with laryngitis
• Decreases flow of milk
• Stimulates the central nervous system and digestive tract
• Has estrogenic effects on the body
• In a tea form it is used as a hair rinse to promote shine and hair growth
• Remedy for gingivitis and mucosal inflammation of mouth and throat
• Reduce inflammation in the body.   
• Have antimicrobial properties that can help fight infections.   

Cognitive function:

• Memory and concentration: Sage is believed to improve memory and concentration.  
• Alzheimer’s disease: Some studies suggest that sage may help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Digestive health:

• Upset stomach: Sage can help soothe an upset stomach and reduce bloating.
• Indigestion: It can aid in digestion and relieve indigestion symptoms.   

Oral health:

• Mouth ulcers: Gargling with sage tea help soothe mouth ulcers and reduce inflammation. 
• Bad breath: Freshen breath and kill bacteria that cause bad breath  
• Antioxidant properties: Sage’s antioxidants help protect cells from damage. 

Spiritual use:

Purification and Cleansing:

• Smudging: Use in smudging ceremonies to cleanse spaces of negative energy and create a sacred atmosphere.
• Protection: Burn the sage to protect against negative influences and promote a sense of safety and security.

Wisdom and Clarity:

• Mental Clarity: Associated with mental clarity, focus, and improved cognitive function.
• Spiritual Insight: Enhance spiritual awareness and facilitate deeper connections to the divine.

Healing and Well-being:

• Physical and Emotional Healing: Spiritual healing abilities. Promote overall well-being and aid in physical and emotional healing.
• Dreamwork: Used in dreamwork practices to enhance dream recall and promote prophetic dreams.

Other Spiritual Uses:

• Divination: Use in divination practices, such as scrying or tarot readings.
• Rituals and Ceremonies: Incorporate into various rituals and ceremonies to enhance their power and intention.