Sage: therapeutic properties and contraindications

The powerful and healing power of nature has long been known. For thousands of years it has been generously sharing its power with people, helping them find cures for diseases in their storehouse. Warmed by the gentle sun herbs can help people to cope with illnesses, fruits of trees not only satisfy hunger, but also saturate the body with useful substances. It is worth listening and looking closely, and then among the thousands of shrubs, trees and grasses you can find its miracle cure, which has the magic of nature. Such plants include sage.

Chemical Composition

Sage is a real treasure trove of healing vitamins and other beneficial substances, which include:

• resin;
• gum;
• starch;
• camphor;
• cineol;
• thujone;
• thujol;
• salvain;
• borneol;
• pinene;
• tannins;
• oleanovic, ursolic, chlorogenic, phenolcarboxylic acids;
• vitamin P and PP;
• phytoncides;
• alkaloids;
• flavonoids.

The list is impressive and endows this type of plant with the priceless gift of healing people from many diseases.

What it looks like and where it grows

Sage (Salvia) is a perennial, bushy plant with purple, lilac-blue and blue inflorescences and fruits in the form of small, dark brown nuts. It is native to southeastern Europe and Italy. The shrub can grow anywhere from 20 to 70 cm tall. It grows in regions with warm climatic conditions. Currently, sage is cultivated in Italy, France, Russia, mainly in Krasnodar Krai, Ukraine, Slovakia, Greece, Czech Republic and Yugoslavia. A powerful branched root, a straight branched stem, fine-branched at the edge, with a wedge-shaped base, wrinkled leaves, and purple inflorescences are all distinctive features of this plant.

Unfortunately, it does not occur in the wild on the territory of the Russian Federation, and is represented by cultivated or already feral shrubs, which do well in the fields and gardens.

The perennial is propagated by seeds and cuttings, which are planted either in late autumn or early spring. Flowers appear in June or July and fruit can be harvested in August or September. Sage begins to bloom in its second year of life.

Types

Currently, science counts about 900 species of sage. The number of varieties used to be equal to two thousand, but unfortunately, many species have disappeared at this time. The following are commonly considered to be the best known:

1. Sage nutmeg. This wild plant can be found in the southern regions of Europe, in Asian countries, as well as in the Caucasus. Its medicinal power lies in its essential oil, which is the basis for the production of psoriasis medicines.
2. The Ethiopian variety of sage is found in North American countries. It is also cultivated in Central Asia, the Caucasus and the central regions of Russia. The variety is considered an excellent melliferous plant. Its usefulness is appreciated by folk healers, who use the oil of the plant to treat tuberculosis patients.
3. Sage white or narcotic contains salvinorin - a special psychoactive substance. Due to this element in the homeland of the variety - Mexico - it is used by witches for ceremonial purposes. In Russia, this kind of sage is included in the list of banned plants. In small doses, however, it can cope with headaches, anemia, rheumatism and kidney disease.
4. Steppe sage is a wild species found in Western Siberia and in Kazakhstan. It is mainly used in cosmetology.
5. The artificially bred variety of sage is called vegetable sage and is subdivided into several other species. It differs from its wild "brethren" by its larger leaf. It is used in cooking.
6. Sage meadow or field sage is distributed throughout Europe. Its main area of application is cooking.
7. Moldavian sage has several names: oak or yaylinsky. The variety that grows in the Crimea and the Caucasus is a wonderful honeywort, but it is not used medicinally.
8. The most famous species of sage is medicinal. It is used in all industries and even as an ornamental plant.

When to collect and how to store sage

The flowers and leaves of the plant have medicinal properties. There are usually two ways to harvest them: either the leaves and inflorescences are cut off by hand or, with a sickle or special scissors, the part that is on the surface is cut off and then dried. The first harvesting season is one year after the sage is sown. The harvesting season is June, July and September, when it is in bloom and fruiting. It is best to pick the plant on a dry, sunny day after the dewdrops have dried.

As for storage, there are two options - whole leaves and inflorescences or in chopped form. But it is also worth noting that with the second method, useful substances and oils evaporate faster, and the plant loses its medicinal power. For the best preservation of useful properties, cardboard boxes, canvas canvas bags, as well as jars with kapron lids are used. The room should be well ventilated. The shelf life can be up to two years.

The herb can also be frozen. To do this, initially it should be well washed and dried. Then collect the leaves in small bags and put them in the freezer. In this state, the flavor of sage acquires intensified sound, so for cooking, for example, you need to take a smaller amount than stated in the recipe. The frozen product can be stored for one year.

How to dry it

For sage to be useful, it is necessary not only to collect it correctly, but also to dry it. To do this, it is washed in running water immediately after picking. Then laid out on paper and dried naturally, but in a dark place. It should be noted that when washing the leaves and flowers should be used warm, but in no case hot water, as this will lead to a loss of precious oils and minerals. If the plant is dried whole, it is tied in small bundles and hung upside down.

In addition to natural drying, you can use a special dryer or an ordinary oven, but remember that the temperature should not exceed 40 degrees.

The finished product should have a characteristic brittleness of leaves and inflorescences.

Useful properties of sage herb

Sage has a mass of useful properties, which ensures the presence of a huge number of vitamins and minerals in its composition. Experts highlight the following areas where the benefits of sage have been proven unequivocally:

• external application;
• gynecology;
• diseases of the lower respiratory tract;
• pathology of the urinary system;
• digestive problems;
• nervous system disorders;
• weight loss process.

Naturally, in each "branch" the plant is used in different variations, recommended by the doctor.

For women

The fragile female health at all times needed additional protection. Thus, sage has become one of the "protectors" of the body of beautiful ladies. Its benefits for the weaker sex are as follows:

1. The ability to improve the condition during menopause. The fact is that the plant has an estrogenic function, which is broken during menopause. The herb is also excellent against hot flashes, increased sweating, as well as helping to improve memory and relieve nervousness.
2. Help with infertility. All the same estrogenic qualities help fight hormonal infertility. Experts recommend that when estrogen levels are low, women consume this herb immediately after menstruation and before ovulation begins. This will help to adjust the hormonal background and increase the chances of pregnancy.
3. Elimination of female frigidity. And, of course, sage is quite able to cope with the task, normalizing the hormonal background and restoring libido. To do this, you need to drink a glass a day decoction of sage and linden, taken in equal amounts and infused in 250 ml of boiling water. Then there will be no problems with female libido.
4. The ability to defeat and destroy cancer cells. This quality is especially valuable for women, as sage helps to cope with breast, cervical, as well as skin, intestine, kidney and oral cancer.
5. Elimination of inflammation in the female organs (cervix, vagina).
6. The ability to minimize wrinkles. For beauties around the world, this is a very important quality.
7. Help in the treatment of thrush. The herb is used as an aid in douches and helps to relieve itching and irritation.
8. The ability to normalize the menstrual cycle and eliminate its unpleasant symptoms.
9. Stimulation of the growth of follicles.
10. Combating cystitis. In this disease, it is added to the bath and taken internally.

For men

Sage is a generous herb, so it not only shared its care with women, but also did not leave out the stronger sex. The use of the plant is shown in such cases:

• increasing the production of testosterone;
• Improving blood circulation and metabolic regulation;
• Elimination of stasis from the seminal tract;
• normalization of the prostate gland;
• increase in potency;
• increase in sexual desire;
• Prevention of genital diseases;
• Strengthening the action of drugs aimed at conception.

Men, as well as women, herbal medicine can be taken in the form of infusions, tinctures, decoctions and juice.

When pregnant.

In ancient Rome and Ancient Greece, where the name came from, sage was translated as "to be healthy." Healers respected and valued this plant. But pregnant women were at all times strictly forbidden to take this herb during pregnancy. While other plants can be used in small doses, sage can not! There is a real risk of miscarriage because the plant has the ability to contract the uterus.

The only way to use the decoction is to gargle your throat or for lotions for varicose veins. In other cases, sage is strictly forbidden!

For kids

Most mothers when their children are sick are trying to find alternatives to drugs in folk medicine and natural remedies and plants. If we talk about the use of sage in the fight against childhood illnesses, it can cope with angina and tonsillitis, and nervous disorders, but that's just taking it until the age of five years is not recommended. With five it is already possible to resort to the healing power of the herb, but only after the permission of the pediatrician.

When breastfeeding

In fact, nursing mothers, as well as pregnant women, are forbidden to take sage, because it reduces lactation. Consequently, it can be used only when lactation is increased, to reduce the amount of breast milk, and when breastfeeding is completed. In the latter case, you should take 50 ml of decoction of the herb, in equal portions four times a day, fifteen minutes before a meal. Experts say that with such use, lactation ends smoothly after 2-3 weeks. In addition, it does not cause any harm to the woman's body.

When losing weight

Having the desire to lose weight, a person subconsciously hopes for a quick result and the presence of some magic tool that helps to achieve the desired volume with lightning speed. Of course, sage will not eat the nasty pounds, but here to cope with some problems, waiting for the body on a diet, is quite capable. Namely:

• saturation with additional vitamins and minerals;
• cleansing the body;
• restoration of the immune system;
• Improving the taste of dietary meals;
• Prevention of skin aging due to the large amount of antioxidants;
• Helping to fight cellulite by stimulating the production of estrogen;
• Normalization of the gastrointestinal tract;
• prevention of edema.

To solve all these problems, sage is used as a decoction, added to baths or used in wraps that help to noticeably narrow the shapes.

Sage in Medicine

Since ancient times, folk healers, healers and veduns were looking for miraculous cures for various diseases based on components of natural origin: roots, flowers, fruits and herbs. Everything was used to make potions. The discovery was sage, able to cope with numerous ailments. Nowadays, both the scientific community that has investigated the properties of the herb and the medical community have recognized the benefits and introduced sage into the medical industry.

Specialists have drawn conclusions about the positive effects of the plant for the following diseases:

• stomatitis;
• gingivitis;
• sore throat;
• pharyngitis;
• conjunctivitis;
• pleurisy;
• tuberculosis;
• bronchial asthma;
• depression and sleep disorders;
• paralysis;
• nervous system disorders;
• gastritis;
• colitis and peptic ulcer disease;
• diabetes mellitus;
• intestinal diseases;
• diarrhea;
• diseases of the gallbladder;
• toothache;
• low blood pressure;
• atherosclerosis;
• anemia;
• soreness in the heart area;
• impaired memory and concentration;
• infertility;
• menopause;
• menstrual disorders;
• metabolic problems;
• overweight;
• sciatica;
• polyarthritis;
• hemorrhoids;
• prostate disorders;
• infections;
• soft tissue bruises.

Note: Certain conditions require special attention.

For Diabetes Mellitus.

For patients with this diagnosis, the plant can be of great service in reducing blood sugar levels. It is all about the ability of the herb to stimulate the production of insulin. As a rule, sage is used in the mild form of the disease. Doctors recommend using it in a collection with other herbs useful for diabetic patients, such as dandelion or goatweed. But before using, a consultation with a doctor will help determine the daily dose, as well as the most effective composition of the drug.

Gastritis

In the twenty-first century, the number of patients with gastritis is steadily increasing, so doctors are looking for the most effective ways to combat the disease not only through medication, but also through alternative methods. A good helper in the fight for a healthy stomach is considered to be sage herb. It can be used as a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent. Tannins and vitamin PP help to strengthen the stomach epithelium, and salvin, contained in the plant, prevents the reproduction of Helicobacter pylori. In addition, the plant copes with flatulence. For best results, doctors advise taking the decoction 20-30 minutes before a meal before each meal.

With menopause

Symptoms of menopause are familiar to many women not by hearsay. Headaches, irritability, endless hot flashes - with all this "bouquet" ladies have to face during menopause. And with all these symptoms perfectly copes sage herb. It normalizes the hormonal background of a woman, reduces the number of hot flashes, and also helps to get rid of nervous agitation and insomnia. In these cases, it is better to take teas and decoctions of the herb. To prepare them, you need to pour one tablespoon of the herb with boiling water and let it infuse for one hour. Such a remedy to use up to five times a day for a month, and then take a break for two weeks. It is better if the decoction and infusion take 40 minutes before a meal.

You can also use the juice of sage, using it two tablespoons a day. The course of treatment is two weeks. But before using these remedies it is necessary to visit a doctor to get a consultation on the possibility of taking sage, because when it is used together with hormonal drugs, serious complications can arise.

For the kidneys

People with kidney disease can also benefit from the miraculous power of sage. The fact is that the herb has excellent diuretic properties and can help. It is also a good diaphoretic, which is important for patients with kidney problems. Decoctions and infusions are recommended for patients to improve their condition and eliminate symptoms. In this case, preference should be given to multicomponent gatherings, where together with sage will be present, for example, birch leaves, bearberry, rose hips, juniper berries, etc. But they can not be treated with them in acute inflammation of the organ. Exactly in order to assess the benefit and to achieve a speedy recovery, you need to contact your doctor, who will prescribe the recommended dose, depending on the specific diagnosis and based on the individual characteristics of the person.

In colitis.

Sage is excellent with intestinal disease by preventing the detrimental effects of stomach acid on the inflamed walls. Specialists recommend adding to it goldenseal and chamomile flowers. In such a composition, sage will show the greatest activity and cope more quickly with the task at hand. To prepare the decoction you will need one tablespoon of the plant and 250 ml of hot water. Insist for two hours and use one tablespoon every two hours. Sage does not carry any negative consequences for patients diagnosed with colitis, so the treatment period can be quite long.

In cystitis

Cystitis is a disease that nobody wants to talk about, but it can cause a lot of unpleasant moments. That is why you want to cope with it as soon as possible. Sage herb will help to quickly and effectively conquer the "nasty" ailment without harmful consequences for the body. Thanks to its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, disinfectant properties, the plant has become a wonderful tool in the fight against cystitis. It is recommended to use the classic recipe for infusion of the herb (20 g per 250 ml of boiling water), heat over low heat for 30 minutes and take 50 ml three times a day before meals. Also very effective are baths with the addition of the infusion of the plant.

When pancreatitis

The pancreas requires especially close attention during exacerbations. It is very important to take herbal decoctions, which help to relieve inflammation. Sage is included in the main composition of such gatherings as an anti-inflammatory agent that can relieve pancreatic irritation, have a preventive and disinfecting effect. The only undesirable type of use of sage in such diseases are alcoholic tinctures, which can only worsen the condition of the patient. Prepare infusions should be prepared according to the classic recipe and take 30 minutes before meals for three months, then take a break for 5 weeks. Such treatment will have a soothing and preventive effect on the pancreas.

From hemorrhoids.

People who suffer from varicose veins of the large intestine should seek help from sage. It can relieve pain, inflammation, have a disinfecting effect, and prevent re-inflammation. It is accepted to make baths, microclysters and compresses to combat this disease. Also the use of decoction of the plant normalizes bowel function and eliminates constipation, which is so important in hemorrhoids. Compresses and lotions should be applied to the inflamed area for 15 minutes several times a day.

From worms

The plant has an antiparasitic effect, which is relevant in the fight against helminths. When adding citrine wormwood to the herb, you get a very powerful remedy against worms. For such a preparation, you will need to pour one liter of boiling water 4 tablespoons of the collection. Such a composition should stand overnight, and in the morning add honey to it (already strained). This mixture should be consumed during the day, and then resort to the help of castor oil, which should be drunk in an amount of two spoons, and birch tar. It should be poured on a absorbent cotton and tied in the area of the navel. In the morning, the parasites will be gone.

For coughs.

Due to its expectorant property, sage is an effective remedy in the treatment of diseases of the lower respiratory tract. It improves the process of expectoration of sputum, helps to destroy pathogenic bacteria, eliminates inflammation of the respiratory tract in general.

One of the popular cough remedies is sage with milk. To do this, you need to combine two teaspoons of the herb with warm milk, with the greater the fat content, the better. Bring the mixture to a boil, strain, boil again and use as an anti-cough medicine.

Infertility

Help with hormonal infertility will help all the same sage. Its composition includes phytoestrogen, which promotes the development of the female egg and thus increases the chances of a faster conception. It is necessary to consume the plant on the recommendation of the doctor, who will prescribe a scheme of herbal treatment, method and will determine the permissible dosage in each case. It is with this diagnosis that you need accurate recommendations and the norm, prescribed by a specialist, not a miraculously healed neighbor!

In the case of sore throat.

Due to the presence in its "composition" of various microelements and vitamins, sage has a bactericidal, astringent, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect. It is also one of the natural antibiotics, so its use during the treatment of sore throat is not only considered possible, but also necessary. With the help of the plant rinse the throat, make inhalations, as well as take internally. Such methods of treatment will quickly relieve pain, eliminate irritation and raise the overall tone of the body.

If you have a cold

In the season of increased prevalence of acute respiratory infections, doctors advise taking tinctures and decoctions of sage, as they can increase the body's resistance against colds, cope with a cough, soothe a sore throat, destroy pathogenic bacteria. In addition, useful will be lollipops and lozenges with the addition of this plant. And drinking herbal tea at night will help to calm down, fall asleep and wake up a perfectly healthy person.

For Sweating

Sage can help eliminate hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). Baths and infusions with it help normalize the sebaceous glands, reduce the amount of sweat and help get rid of unpleasant odor.

To prepare baths, use the crushed plant in the amount of one cup per five liters of water. This "potion" must stand for 24 hours before it is added to the bath, the duration of which will be 20 minutes. Such a method is suitable for daily use and perfectly fights the mentioned problem.

In Endometriosis.

Sage is shown in many diseases, but in endometriosis its use is prohibited, because the herb has the ability to increase the growth of estrogen, which, in turn, can provoke the development of a benign formation.

In the case of flus.

Oral diseases are on the list of pathologies with which the magical herb can cope. First, it disinfects, and second, it draws out pus and reduces inflammation. For rinsing, dentists advise using an alcoholic solution. It is added in an amount of thirty or forty drops per one glass of water.

With maxillary sinusitis

When treating such a disease as maxillary sinusitis, you can use sage, or rather a solution on its basis for nasal washings. The solution is prepared as an ordinary infusion, i.e. take one glass of water for 1 teaspoon. Insist for an hour and start the procedure. The plant copes well with the disease, as it fights germs and does not allow the virus to spread.

Types of medicinal compositions with sage

From the "sacred herb", as ancient physicians such as Hippocrates called sage, made decoctions, infusions, aromatic baths. Since then, the recipes have been improved, but the ways of using the plant have not changed much. Currently, sage is used as the same decoctions, infusions, teas, and tinctures. In addition, there are sage lozenges or pills that are prescribed in the treatment of angina, tracheitis, bronchitis, etc. Also widespread is the dry herbal powder, which is the crushed parts of the plant. On its basis, all kinds of liquid preparations are prepared. So what are their features?

Infusion

Infusion is considered a liquid form of medication, which is an extraction of plant material. Infusions can be used internally, externally or as inhalations. The word itself means the process of infusion.

Infusions of sage are taken as a choleretic remedy, to combat flatulence, improve the gastrointestinal tract, etc.

To prepare an infusion, you need hot water and, actually, the leaves or flowers of the plant. Usually they are taken in the proportion 1:10 or two tablespoons per glass of boiling water and taken 20-40 minutes before a meal. You can also prepare an infusion in a water bath, but the product must not be allowed to boil. It is taken diluted with water in the proportion 1:4. To preserve the essential oils, prepare an infusion of this herb in a tightly closed container.

Tincture .

Tincture is a mixture of an alcoholic liquid with various herbs (in the case of herbal tincture). Sage tincture is a greenish-brownish liquid infused in 70% alcohol in a ratio of 1:10.

To prepare the tincture at home, take half a liter of vodka and mix with three tablespoons of sage. All this is poured into a bottle, corked and left for 28 days, then filtered and poured into a clean container. Tincture experts advise to take only on the recommendation of the doctor.

Decoction

Decoctions, like infusions, are a liquid dosage form of herbal extracts. For external use, decoctions are prepared in a ratio of 1:5, and for internal use - 1:10.

To prepare a decoction of sage requires two tablespoons of dried leaves and 200 ml of boiling water. All this is cooked in a water bath for fifteen minutes. Then cool a little, strain and add as much boiling water as the original volume. The decoction should be stored in the refrigerator for no more than two days.

Tea .

Everyone knows what tea is. They come in many forms, including herbal teas. Sage tea is unique in its beneficial properties, so it is drunk not only for pleasure, but also as a medicine. It raises the immune system, fights colds and calms the nerves, as well as stimulates the digestive tract, helps with fevers and headaches, removes toxins.

It is prepared in much the same way as the infusion (one teaspoon per glass of boiling water), but is drunk immediately after preparation in hot form. It is very convenient to use the drugstore sachets of sage. Quick and useful!

Sage oil: properties and uses

Sage oil is considered one of the most valuable varieties of essential oils. Its second name is nutmeg. It is most widely used in aromatherapy and cosmetology. The oil has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antispasmodic and sedative properties. In total, it has more than 20 useful compounds, but the most valuable substances are considered:

• alkaloids;
• terpenoids;
• flavonoids;
• salvin;
• linolic acid.

Because of these, the oil is used for the following purposes:

• treatment of inflammations of the mouth, skin diseases, bruises;
• Relieving tension on the vocal cords and nerves;
• improvement of memory;
• stimulation of brain activity;
• Improvement of concentration and immunity;
• treatment of infectious diseases;
• elimination of headaches.

This product is used for external use and is usually added to the main component. Most often the oil is used for inhalations, various lotions, compresses and baths.

For all its beneficial effects, experts do not recommend the use of such a product:

• in case of individual intolerance;
• during pregnancy;
• at epilepsy;
• In problems related to blood pressure;
• In children under the age of 2 years;
• Alcohol use.

In any case, before starting to use the oily remedy, it is necessary to study the contraindications, instructions and methods of use, as well as to consult with a competent doctor.

Cosmetic applications

Sage is able to slow the aging process, fight wrinkles, take care of hair, strengthen the nails. For all these qualities, the miraculous oil has been recognized by whimsical beauticians and beauticians.

For the face

Since the oil is anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agent, it was immediately adopted by specialists in the beauty industry and began to apply in the treatment of various rashes on the skin. But it must be done very carefully, as there is a possibility of worsening, rather than improving the situation. The ether is most suitable for oily and problematic skin. It is also worth remembering that in its pure form it is strictly forbidden to apply on the skin of the face because of the possible risk of burns or inflammation. It is best to use it to prepare masks.

For oily skin
Ingredients:

• apple - 1 pc;
• lemon juice - 5 ml;
• Sage oil - 5 drops;
• rosemary oil - 5 drops.

Peel the baked apple and mash it to a mushy consistency. Add lemon juice and oils. Stir everything thoroughly. Apply the mask on your face, except eye area, for twenty minutes, then wash with warm water.

To restore elasticity
Ingredients:

• jojoba oil - 5 ml;
• Sage oil - 2 drops.

This composition should be applied to clean skin for 20 minutes, and the excess should be blotted with a cosmetic napkin.

To restore tone
Ingredients:

• base oil (any) - 2 tbsp;
• lemon oil - 2 drops;
• sage oil - 2 drops;
• chamomile oil - 2 drops;
• lavender oil - 2 drops.

Mix the components and apply to the skin.

Rejuvenating mask
Ingredients:

• honey - 1 tsp;
• natural yogurt - 1 tsp;
• oat flour - 0,5 tsp;
• Sage oil - 3 drops.

Mix all ingredients and apply to face and neck for 20 minutes. Afterwards wash off with lukewarm water. The procedure is recommended no more than twice a week.

Trying these masks, women note an improvement in the appearance of the skin, the elimination of inflammation, well, and as a consequence, the appearance of a good mood!

For hair

Hair - the beauty and wisdom of women. This is how our ancestors thought. And for men, too, a thick head of hair is good. To have luxurious hair, like television divas advertising shampoos, you can use sage essential oil, which can get rid of dandruff, normalize sebaceous glands, eliminate irritation, and strengthen hair follicles. To prepare hair masks should be heated basic oils to a temperature of 40 degrees. Compositions are recommended to apply to damp hair and after washing the head do not use a hair dryer. Also, the mixtures should be freshly prepared, as their storage is not allowed. Here are a few miracle recipes.

From dandruff
Ingredients:

• cream - 3 tbsp;
• Salt - 1 tbsp;
• sugar - 1 tsp;
• sage oil - 5 drops.

Such a composition to apply as a mask on the head for 20 minutes, and then wash the hair with shampoo.

To revitalize hair
Ingredients:

• burdock oil - 30 ml;
• Sage oil - 4 drops.

Apply the remedy to the scalp and the entire length of the hair. Then put on a cap and wrap with a towel for one hour. After head wash with shampoo.

Against brittleness
Ingredients:

• sour milk - 2 tbsp;
• egg yolk - 4 pcs;
• Sage oil - 5 drops.

Apply the mixture to the entire length of the hair and wash off with shampoo after one hour.

For hair growth
Ingredients:

• almond oil (you can use olive oil) - 3 tbsp;
• Sage oil - 6 drops.

This product is applied to the entire length of the hair and cover the head with a towel. Keep for 30 minutes.

Against baldness
Ingredients:

• dried sage leaves - 5 tbsp;
• rosemary - 5 tbsp;
• nettle leaf - 10 tbsp;
• vodka - 500 ml;
• apple cider vinegar - 500 ml.

In the first step, mix all the herbal ingredients with vodka and vinegar, and then store in the cold for 2 weeks in a ceramic pot. During the specified time, the mixture should be stirred and shaken. After the retention period, the product should be filtered through a thick layer of gauze. It is recommended to apply the product to the roots of the hair and massage the scalp. People with a normal type need to wash off the composition after one hour, and those who have a tendency to greasy hair, you can leave the preparation for the whole night. Rinse with clean warm water. The course of such procedures lasts for 10 days, but this method should be applied every other day.

For hands and nails

Hands and nails need additional protection. Women use a variety of creams and strengthening compositions to prolong the youthfulness of the skin of the hands and strengthen the nails. But it is not necessary to buy expensive products. It is enough to use sage essential oil and at home to get an excellent antibacterial and firming agent.

Hand bath
Ingredients:

• warm milk - 0.5 l;
• sea salt - 1 tsp;
• sage oil - 3 drops;
• geranium oil - 3 drops;
• cedar oil - 3 drops.

Such a bath should be done once a week and the skin of the hands will become moisturized, smoothed, and the nails will become strong.

Against brittle nails:
Ingredients:

• warm milk - 0,5 l;
• sea salt - 2 tsp;
• soda - 0,5 tsp;
• honey - 0,5 tsp;
• iodine - 0.5 tsp;
• sage oil - 2 drops.

The bath should also be done once a week, and the nails will stop breaking and will gain strength.

Using sage in cooking

The useful properties of sage are used not only by doctors and beauticians, but also by cooks around the world. The herb is able to saturate dishes with vitamins and minerals, as well as give familiar recipes an unusual sound. Frozen in ice cubes, sage can be added to prepared snacks to give them a refined flavor. The flavor of the plant is spicy and aromatic, so it is used for meat and fish dishes, salads and baked goods. Onion, garlic and laurel are considered the best seasonings that can be combined with sage. It is mostly used at the end of cooking.

The confectionery, liquor and canning industries as well as the cheese industry are all industries in which sage is widely used in the Americas. It is most commonly used in the preparation of the following dishes:

• homemade sausages;
• poultry meat;
• beans;
• pork on the fire;
• lamb;
• tomato sauce;
• egg dishes;
• fish;
• tea.

Sage is used to create unique shades of flavor and aroma that can bring not only enjoyment from food, but also health benefits.

Contraindications

The amazing sage is so unique and sought after that its negative effects are hard to believe. However, there are a number of contraindications when the use of this plant is contraindicated:

• allergies;
• pregnancy;
• lactation period;
• endometriosis;
• epilepsy;
• risk of addiction;
• children under 2 years of age;
• hypotension;
• exacerbation of diseases of the urinary system;
• oncology;
• elevated estrogen levels;
• thyroid disease;
• bronchial asthma.

These are the main factors of negative impact of the miracle herb. If a person has no contraindications to its use, then it is worth turning to sage, which can cure many diseases by the natural force of nature!

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