Sage Leaf (2% Volatile Oil)

History:

Sage is an evergreen shrub with a distinctive aromatic fragrance that may grow to a height of almost three feet, and it thrives in rich, well-drained soil in sunny locations. It is native to the Mediterranean region and was introduced to North America in the seventeenth century, where it continues to grow throughout the temperate regions. Sage is a member of the multi-species Salvia genus, and despite the fact that any herb of this genus may be called Sage, there are significant differences in therapeutic components in the tops and roots that influence their uses. Salvia officinalis (Garden Sage) and Salvia miltiorrheza (Salvia Root/Red Root Sage) are in no way similar to another member of the Sage genus, Salvia divinorum, which is a dangerous psychoactive plant and subject to regulation as a controlled substance under several states’ drug regulation statutes. In an 1833 publication, Russian botanist, Alexander von Bunge (1803-1890), gave the plant its botanical genus, Salvia, which is translated from the Latin word, salvere, meaning "to save" or "to cure," as Sage enjoyed the reputation of being able to cure a multitude of ills, and many varieties of Sage possess virtually all the same properties. The Romans, who named this robust herb, held it in the highest regard and thought it to be the herbal savior of mankind. Those ancients considered it a "sacred herb" and believed that its growth in one's garden would promote immortality. An old Arab proverb asked, "How shall a man die who has Sage in his garden?" - a reference to the plant's power of immortality. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) mentioned the use of Sage in 206 B.C., for physical strength, mental health and alertness, and body heat. Native Americans massaged their gums and teeth with Sage and also used it for drying skin sores. It was so valued in China in the seventeenth century that Dutch merchants discovered the Chinese would trade three chests of their China Tea for one chest of Sage Leaves. As a cooking herb, Sage is considered to have a slight peppery flavor. In western cuisine, it is used for flavoring fatty meats, cheeses (Sage Derby) and some drinks. In Britain and Flanders, Sage is used for poultry or pork stuffing and sauces and is the dominant flavor in English Lincolnshire sausage. In France, Sage is used for white meat and vegetable soups, and Germans often use it in sausages. Sage is also common in the healthy diets of Italians and sautéed in olive oil and added to pasta. Included in Sage's chemical constituents are beta-carotene, essential acids (oleic, ursonic, ursolic, cornsole, cornsolic, fumaric, chlorogenic, caffeic), essential oils (thujone, cineole, borneol, camphor and eucalyptol), flavonoids, saponin, astringent  tannins, niacin, nicotinamide, flavone glycosides, phytoestrogenic substances, minerals and vitamins B and C. The strongest active constituents of Sage are within its essential oil.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) to three (3) capsules, two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Sage Herbal Supplement is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women (dries milk), nor should it be taken by individuals with seizure disorders (those with epilepsy may be adversely affected by the thujone content). Sage may interfere with the absorption of iron or other minerals in the body. Those who are allergic to members of the mint family (Thyme,Basil, Sage, Marjoram, etc.), should avoid this herb.

Capsule Information:
Our Sage Leaf (2% Volatile Oil) supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.

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