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Also known as:
Salvia officinalis
Uses:
• Menopausal hot flushes
• Excessive sweating
• Sore throats
Description:
Sage is commonly used to enhance the taste of food. The plant is native to
the Mediterranean, although it also grows well in temperate climes.
How it works:
Sage is believed to rebalance the sweat-regulating mechanism in the brain
which can be thrown out of balance by hormonal changes taking place during
the menopause.
Excessive sweating in women or men (eg. palms, feet) may also be corrected
by Sage.
In addition, Sage has a separate role in preventing sweating. The combination
of these two actions makes Sage an excellent preparation to help with the
hot flushes which often accompany the decline in hormonal levels at the time
of the menopause.
Sage has also been found to possess antibacterial properties and can be very
beneficial for sore throats when used as a gargle.
Additional advice:
Those who are diabetic, epileptic or taking Tamoxifen, HRT or oral contraceptives
should consult a Healthcare Professional before use.
