Salvia officinalis
Family: Labiatae (mint)
Sage was once known as the "master healer" due to its ability to strengthen the organs, nerves and lymph system. It's Latin name Salvia even means "salvation". Along with strengthen the body and immune system it balances hormones and aids in all "womanly issues", which is why you want to avoid this one while pregnant and nursing. It also has long been used for oral problems of all sorts.
Family: Labiatae (mint)
Sage was once known as the "master healer" due to its ability to strengthen the organs, nerves and lymph system. It's Latin name Salvia even means "salvation". Along with strengthen the body and immune system it balances hormones and aids in all "womanly issues", which is why you want to avoid this one while pregnant and nursing. It also has long been used for oral problems of all sorts.
Application
- Apply directly to area of concern, on the bottoms of the feet or Vita Flex points.
- Diffuse and inhale
- G.R.A.S - generally regarded as safe for human consumption
Beauty and Personal Care
- acne
- skin conditions, including eczema
- hair care; dandruff, hair loss,
- firms tissue, good for wrinkles
- deodorizing, good oil to use for a deodorant
- soothing aftershave, just add a drop to a handful of water and splash over face (or woman shaving areas)
- mouthwash - a few drops in a glass of water, swished and gargled
Medicinal Uses
- PMS, menstrual problems, hormone balancing in woman, menopause
- estrogen, progesterone and testosterone deficiencies
- respiratory infections, asthma, bronchitis, croup, etc.
- sore throat and inflammation in the throat, mouth and tongue
- oral infections (including thrush), mouths sores, gingivitis,
- arthritis, rheumatism
- sprains, strains, muscle pain
- bacterial infections
- digestive problems
- liver problems
- lymph system support, lymph congestion, gland disorders, etc.
- depression, mental fatigue and strain
- Alzheimer's
- balance root and throat chakras, grounding
- cleanses both the body and the energy grid in the body, aids in positive attitude and protects from negativity
Cautions
Use with caution if you choose to take internally. Avoid if pregnant or nursing, if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure. Best to avoid using with children.