In the age of technological discoveries, we have taken care of the simplest truth:
“Nature heals, and medicine only assists it”.
With many diseases, the human body can cope on its own, as it possesses natural defensive forces. All that is needed is timely support, and the most reliable helpers in this can be medicinal herbs. Today, we will tell you about the miraculous Sage.
Sage is a wonderful herb, pleasant in taste and appearance, beneficial in drinking, and healing most diseases. Sage was a mandatory element of the apothecary’s garden since the times of Theophrastus and Dioscorides. But its first descriptions were found in ancient Egyptian papyri. There, Sage was recommended as a remedy for itching, digestive disorders, and toothache, and a paste made from its leaves was used to whiten teeth. In the times of Hippocrates, the astringent and strengthening properties of Sage were noted, and it is no coincidence that its Latin name Salvia meant “to be in good health”. At that time, people knew that Sage helped with infections, and to this day there are historical testimonies of recipes for ointments and infusions with its leaves.
Many of us are familiar with Sage as a spice that grows in gardens, courtyards, and pots on balconies. And many simply admire this bright fragrant cloud of lilac tones, which attracts so many bees to the flowers, not realising what a magical herb it is.
Nowadays, Sage is often used as an ingredient in many dietary supplements and for decorative purposes. It is very popular and widespread around the world due to its diverse qualities, as it helps to solve various medical problems. The use of leaves helps to disinfect wounds, alleviates various women’s issues, cures sore throat, reduces fever, assists with various digestive problems, and acts as an effective anti-inflammatory. In some countries, sage leaves are used for smoking instead of tobacco, and an infusion of the leaves is drunk like tea.
Please note, this information is not intended for medical diagnosis or treatment. It’s always wise to seek advice from a healthcare professional before incorporating any herbs into your routine, particularly if you have existing health issues or concerns.
I first came across IVA Plants and Alex their founder at my local monthly Artisan market and decided to try the Sleep Well tea and the Rose Garden Tea. I was very impressed with the lovely aroma and the quality of the ingredients. There is an online shop but I thought I would head down to the market again to stock up. This time I bought dried Chamomile flowers, Rose buds and a Houjicha roasted greentea that she suggested for me as it is lower in caffeine. I would highly recommend all of the purchases I have made.