Botanical Library
Sage
Holistic tradition
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At a glance
Where it's from
Native to the Mediterranean.
Look & taste
A soft grey-green shrubby herb. Savoury, camphorous
Signature compounds
Rosmarinic acid, thujone and volatile oils.
Traditionally used for
A revered Mediterranean herb for the mouth, throat and 'change of life.'
In Canada, we can say...
Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used to relieve upset stomach and flatulence; used to help reduce hot flashes and night sweats associated with menopause and to reduce excessive sweating.
Did you know?
A medieval saying asked, 'Why should a man die who has sage in his garden?'
History & natural history
Its Latin name Salvia means 'to heal'; a valued herb in Mediterranean and monastery medicine.
What we're actually allowed to say
🇨🇦 Health Canada
✓ Permitted: Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used to relieve upset stomach and flatulence; used to help reduce hot flashes and night sweats associated with menopause and to reduce excessive sweating.
How to use it
As a tea, gargle or capsule.
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Request Sage →Side effects & safety
Do not use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you have a seizure disorder. Contains thujone - do not use beyond 4 weeks without advice.
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