The miraculous benefits of sage
As far back as Roman times, sage was thought to have magical properties. The Romans thought it would bring them immortality and the Arabian cultures believed it would bring increased psychic powers. Even the Greeks thought that wisdom could make you resourceful and wise. During the Middle Ages, physicians of that time used sage to treat fevers, memory loss, and eye conditions.
Reap the many benefits of something that’s on your spice rack right now. The Latin name for sage is salvia, which means to heal.
There have been many health benefits associated with salvia. It is a known antioxidant, which is important for our bodies to combat the effects of free radicals. Research on clary sage has shown that clary sage oils have a very beneficial antibacterial property. It can be used as an effective antiviral and antifungal treatment. It also has the ability to relieve tension and headaches, as well as calm nerves.
You can add this delicious and healthy herb to your favorite recipes for a wonderful gift. It will create a wonderful recipe and also provide many health benefits. Imagine cooking a meal that can improve your memory. There was a study that showed the benefits of salvia for improving memory.
People throughout time have used this herb to treat conditions as common as sore throats, inflammations of the mouth and gingivitis. You can even chew the leaves to clean your teeth and keep your gums strong. You will discover that it is one of the ingredients in modern toothpaste.
Not only does it provide all of these health benefits, but it is also known around the world for its tasty benefit in recipes. The British use sage to cook with onions for the best stuffing for turkey, chicken and pork. The French use it for a delicious vegetable soup. Germans use sage to flavor their sausages and China uses sage for tea. In the West, sage is often used as a marinade for a variety of meats. You can add this herb to just about any dish you like. Take the opportunity and taste wisely in your recipes and see if it doesn’t give you a little zing.
You can find salvia in any supermarket in the world. But you should know that not all sage is of the highest quality. You can find a better grade of sage if you buy from specialty stores.