7 Reasons to Have Sage at Home and Several Brilliant Ways to Use It
Throughout history and in all four corners of the planet, sage has been considered a sacred plant. It has, in fact, many medicinal properties, both for internal and external use. The word Salvia in Latin means “the one who saves”! The well-known adage in our countryside “planting sage in the garden keeps the doctor away” is also an illustration of this.
Here are 7 things you can do with sage that you probably didn’t know about.
1 – SAGE SOOTHES SORE THROATS
This plant contains antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, perfect for relieving sore throats. It reduces throat inflammation and strengthens the immune system. Take as an infusion or gargle.
2 – IT FIGHTS AGAINST DANDRUFF AND BEAUTIFIES HAIR
Sage also has cosmetic virtues. It can work miracles on hair.
In fact, not only is sage very effective against dandruff, but it also helps restore shine and color to hair.
To combat dandruff, take a teaspoon of sweet almond oil and add five drops of sage essential oil. Mix everything together. After washing your hair with your usual shampoo, massage your scalp well with this mixture of almond and sage, before rinsing.
To restore shine and vitality to your hair, prepare an infusion of sage leaves. Then filter the mixture to remove only the liquid, and pour it over your hair when rinsing. For greater effectiveness, add thyme and rosemary to your infusion.
3 – PERFUMES AND DEODORIZES THE HOUSE
For many people, this is probably the best benefit of white sage. Indeed, used as incense, sage sticks give off a sweet and natural scent. Thus, burning sage at home is a simple and effective way to deodorize and eliminate bad odors. It is much more natural than using chemicals that are dangerous for health.
4 – IT HELPS WITH DIGESTION
Sage plays a big role in digestion. First of all, it promotes digestion after a meal, especially when it has been too copious. But that’s not all.
Due to its antispasmodic properties, sage also helps relieve stomach cramps and bloating. In addition, it reduces intestinal gas.
To do this, simply drink an infusion of sage after a meal, or when your pain appears.
And if you need to whet your appetite before a meal, sage can help you too!
5 – FIGHT AGAINST PERSPIRATION
Excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis occurs when there is excessive production of sweat by the sweat glands. Now, this little plant has useful antiperspirant properties.
To use it, you can take tablets or capsules for 15 days. Then, take a week’s break before possibly continuing. You can also do foot or sweaty hand baths with a sage infusion. This infusion can also be applied to sweaty areas using a compress. In addition, you can grind it into powder with a mortar and pestle to apply it to your hands (as you would with talcum powder). This will limit their humidity.
6 – RELIEVES MUSCLE PAIN
Sage is known for its properties that can relieve muscle pain and rheumatism. A sage bath can relieve this type of pain, improve circulation and relieve stress.
Cook a few sage leaves in water, let them cool for a few minutes then pour the solution into the bathtub.
7 – PREVENTS HAIR LOSS
Since ancient times, sage has gained an excellent reputation for strengthening hair and preventing hair loss. This plant contains large amounts of beta-sitosterol, a 5-alpha reducing compound, which is very effective in treating male pattern baldness.
Instructions
- Mix 3-4 drops of sage essential oil with a few drops of peppermint or rosemary essential oil.
- Dilute this mixture with a tablespoon of olive oil and massage the scalp with the oil mixture twice a day.
- Use sage tea to rinse your hair.