Sage is used to improve brain and memory health and prevent forgetfulness

Healing Herbs: Sage for Memory

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The Other Side of Sage by Sarah White

Used for centuries for culinary and medicinal needs, sage is a most universal herb. Many cultures use its peppery flavor to season foods as well as aiding in the digestion of really fatty meats. Sage is also used to treat the itch of many skin conditions, dandruff and eczema when made as a strong tea and poured over the scalp. The Greeks used sage to cure many ills and the Egyptians used it to fend off the plague. The Chinese made teas out of the herb to help sore throats and laryngitis. The Romans explored the more metaphysical side of sage, finding that it provided longevity and used it as a sacred herb for many religious ceremonies. They also believed it to enhance fertility and to be one of the ingredients in the "elixir of life". The Native Americans also used it in religious practices to cleanse, consecrate, and banish negative energies from ritual places. It is often the main herb used in smudging and cleansing ceremonies. Many cultures also believed it to open the mind's awareness as well as enhance wisdom.

Many properties of sage include enhancing wisdom, achieving wishes and prosperity, longevity, healing, self-purification, helping with grieving, protection, and health. Sage is often used in spells involving wishes or the healing of others. Carrying sage is said to provide protection, both physically and metaphysically, as well as maintain the three kinds of health (Mental, Physical, and Emotional). Tying three sprigs together with a white ribbon and placed under a bed is said to prevent nightmares and fend off negative energies.

Sage is such a remarkable herb with many useful elements.

About the author: Sarah White is a contributing writer for Paula's Herbs and Plants. She is a recent high school graduate and plans to continue her education in the fall. http://paulasherbsandplants.com

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