Sage steppe Fem. Lamiaceae – Lamiaceae Salvia tesquicola Klok. & Pobed - Sage steppe. Using Salvia officinalis at home

Healing properties of Sage known to mankind for many centuries. ABOUT medicinal properties This plant was mentioned by the ancient Roman physician Galen. Hippocrates and Dioscorides called Sage"sacred grass". In Ancient Egypt it was believed that it prolongs life, so its leaves were included in almost all medicinal preparations.

In Ancient Greece Sage was called the “grass of immortality,” and the Gauls believed that if a person grows this in his garden healing herb, then he doesn’t need a doctor. In the Middle Ages, it became so popular that it was even used in everyday life, its leaves were added to food. It was believed that it promotes good digestion.

Sage - common name including several hundred species and subspecies. Found in Russia Sage Meadow, Salvia oak or Wild, Salvia whorled and Salvia Officinalis in the gardens.

All these types of Sage have similar properties and are used in folk medicine, but it is believed that the highest concentration useful substances in Salvia officinalis.

Names of Sage

Sage -Salvia literally translated from Latin, sage means “herb of life”

Where does Sage grow?

Meadow sage- a resident of glades and forest edges, dry meadows and light pine forests, a common plant for central Russia.

Loves open places, grows on the slopes of foothills and hills, on forest edges, on the banks of streams and rivers. In the wild, salvia is distributed throughout Europe, excluding the northern part, in the Caucasus and Siberia.

In Russia, it is distributed in the European part, the Caucasus, and Western Siberia. It grows in open areas, as well as on clay cliffs and limestone slopes.

What does Sage look like?

Sage hard to miss in a field, the bright purple tassels of its flowers stand out among the grasses. Sage grows in bushes, 30-40 centimeters high.

Sage Leaves dark green, narrow and elongated, rough to the touch. The inflorescences form clusters of violet-blue color.

Meadow sage, oak sage and whorled sage have much in common. They differ mainly in the arrangement of flowers. In the Sage oak forest they are collected in dense panicles, in the Meadow Sage the flowers are more sparsely located on the stem, and in the Sage whorled they are arranged in tiers on the stem like fluffy skirts.

Sage flowering time

Sage blooms for a long time, from June to September, sometimes even until October.

Collection and preparation of Sage

As a rule, there are two collections of Sage: summer and autumn.

Summer harvest of Sage.

At the beginning of summer, Sage is most saturated with essential oils, and the leaves and flowers harvested at this time are most valued. The collection of Sage begins as soon as the inflorescences begin to bloom. For drying, select intact dark green leaves and tear them off along with the cuttings. Sage inflorescences are also collected. Branches are cut off on which the lower flowers have already bloomed, and the upper ones are still in buds. If you cut off fully bloomed inflorescences, the lower petals will fall off during drying, leaving stems bare at the bottom that are of little value.

Autumn harvest of Sage

The second harvest of Sage begins at the end of September, when the plant has recovered from the summer heat. By this time, beautiful velvety leaves are growing again on the Sage bushes and flowers are beginning to bloom.

Sage is dried outdoors under a canopy so that the plants spread in a thin layer are not exposed to sunlight.

Medicinal properties Sage has given him fame as an herbal healer, and its spicy aroma is used as an aromatic seasoning and perfume.

Sage leaves help reduce sweat secretions.

Sage is used in the treatment of: skin diseases; neuroses; neurasthenia; asthma; bronchitis; thrush; scabies; cervical tuberculosis lymph nodes; gastrointestinal disorders; respiratory infections; stomatitis; tonsillitis; periodontal disease; rheumatism; scrofula.

Sage can be used both internally and externally.

Depending on the disease, it is used in the form of decoctions, infusions, baths, compresses, and inhalations.

Inside Sage taken for gastrointestinal, respiratory and infectious diseases. Infusions, decoctions, and tinctures are prepared from Sage.

Steppe is a belt of plains in temperate and subtropical regions, covered predominantly with low grassy vegetation. The Eurasian steppe stretches 8,000 km from Hungary in the west through Ukraine, Russia and Central Asia to Manchuria in the east. Mountain ranges interrupt it, dividing it into separate fragments.

The steppe soils are rich in minerals but contain little organic matter due to little rainfall. Annual precipitation is approximately 960 mm (of which 460 mm is rain and 500 mm is snow) in the northern regions of the steppe and about 360 mm (of which 260 mm is rain and 100 mm is snow) in the southern regions. Summer lasts from four to six months, with average temperatures of about 21-23° C. Winter lasts for three to five months with temperatures ranging from -13° to 0° C. There are also few trees in the Steppe, so some of the strong and cold winds or dust storms.

Flora of the steppe

Steppe flora typically consists of plants such as small shrubs and grasses that can withstand drought and lack of nutrients in the soil. There are also trees, but only along the river banks. Tall grasses, growing up to one and a half meters in height, are found near trees near water sources. Shorter grasses - up to one meter in height - can be found in areas closer to deserts. Due to dry vegetation, sometimes in summer time the grass catches fire and fires spread very quickly, covering large areas.

The vegetation of the steppe is dominated by grasses, growing in small tufts, between which bare soil cover can be seen. Widespread different types feather grass, such as John's feather grass ( Stipa pennata). It often occupies vast territories. In densely overgrown areas of the steppe, feather grass species flourish, characterized by a much larger size. On arid, infertile steppes, they are dominated by small species feather grass There are also various species from the genus Tonkonog ( Koeleria). They grow everywhere in the steppes, but are especially common to the east Ural mountains, A individual species serve as excellent food for grazing.

Since the steppe is very diverse, the flora growing in the steppes also varies greatly depending on the region. Regarding most plants, there is no general agreement as to which of them belong exclusively to steppe species.

The flora of the steppe differs, for example, from the forest, in its resistance to heat and drought. The color of the plants is usually grayish or bluish-green, the leaf blades are small, and the cuticles are thickened. In most cereal plants of the steppe, the leaves have developed an adaptation that allows them to curl up in dry weather, which provides them with protection from severe loss of moisture.

Among the steppe flora there are plants of great economic importance. This is mainly forage vegetation that grows in the steppe and forms pasture lands. Other steppe plants valuable for humans are honey-bearing and medicinal herbs. Also special attention cereals and legumes deserve it, but among other plants, united by the concept of forbs, there are also valuable species.

Below is a list of some plants of the steppe zone with brief description and photo:

Common mullein

This biennial reaches one and a half meters in height, its leaves have felt pubescence. The spike-shaped inflorescences of mullein are dotted with yellow flowers. The flowering period lasts from July to September. All parts of the plant are widely used in medicine. Decoctions and infusions of the leaves are used as expectorants, analgesics, and anticonvulsants.

Adonis spring

Adonis vernatum is a rhizomatous perennial from the buttercup family. Well tolerated strong changes temperatures, and reaches 20 cm in height. The erect stems are covered with small green leaves. Bright yellow flowers stand out against their background. They open early in the morning and close in the afternoon, and on cloudy days they do not open at all. The flowering period occurs in April - May. The lifespan of a plant in one place is about 50 years. Adonis preparations have been used in folk medicine for more than a century for heart disease and diseases nervous system.

Thin-legged crested

A representative of the cereal family prefers dry fields. The height of the thin-legged comb is 65 cm. The lower leaves are pubescent, the stems have a dense base. The inflorescence is an elongated panicle, the shade of which varies from green to silver. The plant bears fruit abundantly. Infusions from the leaves have a wound-healing effect.

Schizonepeta multicut

It is a good honey plant and grows on hillsides and meadows. The plant has a woody root and a simple stem, the height of which can exceed 60 cm. The pinnately dissected leaves have 3–5 lobes. Schizonepeta, or anise grass, blooms from June to August. Purple flowers collected in ears. The plant has high nectar productivity. Schizonepeta has been used in folk medicine for many centuries: a decoction is used as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory drug. The plant is part of the hypoallergenic cosmetics. In cooking it is used as a seasoning, especially for fish dishes.

Leafless iris

Herbaceous perennial is considered rare species, That's why . Iris, or iris, is found in thickets of steppe bushes and along river valleys. The rhizome of the plant is short and creeping. The height of the peduncle is about 50 cm. The leaves, covered with a bluish coating, appear later and grow higher than the peduncle. The flowers themselves are large and purple in color. The middle is colored yellow. You can admire the irises in late May - early June. The fruit is a capsule that opens with flaps. Some forms are characterized by remontability, i.e. the ability to bloom again.

Cornflower blue

The plant belongs to the Asteraceae family. Its life span can be one or two years. During this time, the cornflower stretches 60 cm. The green mass is thin and pointed, covered with a felt coating, the lower leaves are trifoliate. Flower baskets are arranged singly. The edges are painted Blue colour. The flowers in the middle of the plant are purple in color. The flowering period occurs in June – July. This species is considered weed, its favorite habitat is rye crops. The fruits of cornflower are smooth achenes with a red tuft. The marginal flowers, colored blue, are often harvested and dried. They are the basis for different medicinal fees. Powder from the seeds is used to treat skin inflammations.

Meadow bluegrass

A perennial plant from the grass family very quickly grows dense turf. Withstands waterlogging, severe frosts and drought. The bluegrass reaches full development in the fourth year of life. The rhizome of the plant does not penetrate deeper than 100 cm, so the bluegrass forms loose turf. The bright green leaves are narrow and rough. The spikelets form a pyramidal panicle. Meadow bluegrass is a valuable pasture plant. It is high-yielding, rich in proteins and vitamins.

White clover

A biennial from the legume family reaches a height of 2 m. The root is a tap root, up to two meters deep. Excellent honey plant. The plant is light-loving and very cold-resistant. The leaves are trifoliate, small white flowers are collected in racemes. The plant does not tolerate waterlogging and acidic soils; arid, rocky and saline steppes are an ideal growing area for sweet clover. The flowering period is from June to August; even in dry summers the plant produces a lot of nectar. White clover is widely used in medicine as an antiseptic, anticonvulsant, analgesic and antihypertensive agent.

Prairie sage

The perennial plant prefers meadows and grassy slopes of steppe and. The height of the pubescent stems is 80 cm. It blooms in the second year after planting. Purple flowers are collected in a tall inflorescence. These bright brushes stand out against the green grass. Sage blooms from May to July. The aerial part of the plant is used in medicine and cosmetology. The leaves of the plant are used as medicinal raw materials. They have anti-inflammatory, disinfectant and antimicrobial properties. In folk medicine it is used in treatment inflammatory diseases internal organs.

Feather grass

Perennial herbaceous plant belongs to the cereal family. The height of an adult plant is 80 cm. A special feature is the silvery panicle inflorescences. Feather grass forms a dense turf. The plant has succulent stems, so it is actively used as feed for sheep and horses. The fruit, a grain, is equipped with upward-pointing hairs and a special spine. It carries seeds hundreds of meters from the mother plant.

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A perennial herbaceous plant 30-60 cm high with tetrahedral erect stems covered with gray down. The leaves are opposite, oblong-lanceolate, crenate, wrinkled, glabrous above, short-hairy below, lower petiolate, upper sessile. The flowers are two-lipped, blue-violet, with violet or purple bracts. Blooms from June to late August. Meadow sage (S. pratensis L.) is also used in folk medicine.
Location. Found in all areas.
Habitat. Grows on steppe slopes, among bushes, near roads, near fields.
Part used. Leaves.
Collection time. June August.
Chemical composition. Leaves contain essential oil(up to 0.53%), which includes cineol, thujone, pinene, salvain, borneol, camphor and cedren; alkaloids, tannins, phytoncides.

Properties of sage

Sage steppe, like Salvia officinalis, is astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effect. Used when gastrointestinal diseases, inflammation Bladder, for the treatment of sore throat, stomatitis. The medicinal properties of sage are mainly associated with the presence of essential oil, tannins and phytoncides in the plant. The plant has an astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effect, reduces sweating and milk secretion. Taking sage orally in the form of an infusion causes slight increase secretion of digestive glands, increased intestinal motility, increased secretion of bronchial glands, slight choleretic and diuretic effect. These properties of the plant, combined with a pronounced antimicrobial effect, make it possible to use it for bronchitis, dyspepsia, flatulence, inflammation of the bladder, diseases of the liver and gall bladder. Most Applications sage acts as an anti-inflammatory and bactericidal agent for stomatitis, periodontal disease, sore throat (gargling), chronic diseases skin (baths). Sage leaves are included in breast teas No. 3, 6; stomach teas No. 3, 7; emollient collection No. 4, gargling collection No. 5.

Ways to use sage

Pour 1 tablespoon of leaves into 1 glass of boiling water, leave, strain. Use for rinsing. The same or weaker infusion can be administered orally, 1-3 tablespoons warm, 3-4 times a day.

Sage is the most large genus in the Lamiaceae family, which is widespread in temperate, subtropical and tropical regions of the Palaearctic.

Sage steppe was described by M.V. Klokov and E.G. Pobedimova in “Flora of the USSR” (1954) as an independent geographical race, distinguished from Salvia nemorosa L. (oak sage) is a species with a wide range, described by C. Linnaeus from Central Europe.

This is a perennial herbaceous plant 30-60 cm high with a stem covered with long simple and glandular hairs from the base. The leaves are wrinkled, oblong-lanceolate, serrated along the edges. The inflorescence is apical, simple or with 1-2 pairs of lateral branches, with false whorls of 4-6 flowers. The bracts are purple or reddish, making the inflorescence brightly colored even before the flowers bloom. Calyx densely pubescent, 5-6 mm long, corolla blue-violet, rarely whitish, 10-12 mm long with a sickle curve upper lip and three-lobed lower. The fruits are triangular-spherical (1.5 mm long), dark brown nuts with dark stripes. Blooms in May-July. Propagated by seeds.

Distributed in southeastern Europe, reaches Western Siberia(south) and Northern Kazakhstan. In Kalmykia it is found everywhere in meadows, the outskirts of forest belts, steppe slopes, and sands. On the territory of the reserve it grows in the forb-grass steppe of the ornithological and steppe areas.

An old Gallic saying goes: “Whoever has sage in his garden does not need a doctor.” It is no coincidence that the name of this beautiful fragrant plant comes from Latin word"salvare" - to be healthy. The ancient Greeks valued so highly healing properties sage, which was called the “herb of immortality.” Hippocrates and Dioscritus called sage a “sacred herb.”

IN ancient Egypt this plant was also considered an invaluable "life savior", valued for its tonic and rejuvenating properties, as well as its ability to fight infections (and even the plague).
And the Druids (Celtic priests) believed that with the help of sage one could even be brought back to life. There is an ancient belief that says: “Sage supports and revives everything that has been conceived.”

Sage steppe, like sage officinalis, has an astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effect. It is used for gastrointestinal diseases, inflammation of the bladder, for the treatment of sore throat, stomatitis. The medicinal properties of sage are mainly associated with the presence of essential oil, tannins and phytoncides in the plant.

Mɵgv is what the Kalmyks called sage. Kalmyk doctors (emchi) used it in their medicinal infusions and powders. According to some reports, Kalmyks used a mixture of dried steppe herbs in Kalmyk tea, in addition to green and black teas. One of the components of this mixture was sage, the leaves of which were collected before flowering.

The medicinal properties and contraindications of Salvia officinalis were well known in its homeland - in the Mediterranean. Over time, the grass began to be cultivated in different countries Europe, Asia, Northern and South America. The grass cannot be found growing wild in Russia, but it can easily be grown in personal plot. Salvia officinalis, like clary sage, is valued for its high content of essential oil. Therefore, this particular species is cultivated industrially.

Features of a medicinal plant

What does sage look like? Where to collect it and how to prepare it? What types of it have medicinal value? Is it possible to take sage internally? What diseases does it help best with?

Clary sage. Ethiopian sage. Meadow sage.

Types of sage

The classification of this medicinal plant is quite complex. Today the number of sage species has been reduced to 900; previously this group in the classification was 2000. Which species are the most popular and have medicinal, economic, and nutritional value?

Salvia officinalis is of greatest value in folk medicine. It is also used in cooking, food and perfume industries. In addition, this is a beautiful ornamental plant. It is planted in flower beds, alpine hills, and along paths.

Distribution of Salvia officinalis

Where does Salvia officinalis grow? The Mediterranean is considered to be the birthplace of the herb. This view in wildlife most often found in Albania, Serbia, Italy. Loves warmth, is resistant to drought, but does not tolerate frost. It is cultivated as an essential oil plant in the south of Russia (in the steppe regions), Ukraine, Moldova, Slovakia, France, the Czech Republic, Greece, and Italy. Wild cultivated specimens of this plant can be found in gardens, fields, and vegetable gardens. This variety is often grown as a seasoning and medicinal raw material. Propagated by seeds or dividing the bush. Already in the first year of life, the plant forms a fairly large bush. The first harvest can be harvested as early as August after planting in the spring. Seeds remain viable for 3 years.

Salvia officinalis is the type species of the genus Salvia. Botanical illustration from the book “Köhler’s Medizinal-Pflanzen”, 1887.

Botanical characteristics

The perennial subshrub can reach a height of 70 cm. What are the features of its morphology?

• Root. Densely branched, branched, woody.
• Stem. Woody below, herbaceous above, dies in winter; pubescent, tetrahedral.
• Leaves . Elliptical, greenish-gray, ovoid, sessile or petiolate, varying in size.
• Flowers . Collected in spike-shaped inflorescences that end the shoots. Flowers can be light lilac, blue, lilac-blue.

The grass blooms in June-July.

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How to prepare it medicinal plant?

• What to collect. Leaves are most often collected, but also medicinal benefit present in the apical part of the plant (inflorescence).
• Collection time. Leaves can be collected at the beginning of flowering (June) and then up to 3 times during the growing season until September.
• How to collect. You can pick individual leaves and inflorescences. Industrial harvesting involves mowing the entire above-ground part.
• Drying. Held in a natural way in attics, under awnings.

It must be stored as essential oil raw materials - in a tightly closed container. Shelf life - 2 years.

Healing effect

Healing properties of sage:

• antispasmodic;
• disinfectant;
• expectorant;
• wound healing;
• astringent;
• diuretic;
• soothing;
• anti-inflammatory;
• emollient;
• antiseptic;
• hemostatic.

Chemical composition:

• resin;
• gum;
• alkaloids;
• starch;
• phytoncides;
• organic acids;
• essential oil (borneol, camphor, cineole, thujone, salvain);
• tannins, protein compounds;
• minerals.

Indications for use

What does sage help with? For what symptoms and diagnoses is it prescribed?

• External use. Sage is used to rinse the throat and nose in otolaryngology. The remedy helps well with loss of voice due to sore throat, pharyngitis, and tonsillitis. It is used in dentistry to disinfect teeth and gums, and rinse the mouth for stomatitis. In addition, the product is used for enemas for hemorrhoids, diseases of the rectum, and prostate gland. The herb is used to make lotions, compresses, and medicinal baths for joint diseases. The product relieves inflammation, pain, and swelling. Compresses are made from fresh leaves for bruises, tumors, and suppuration.
• Sage in gynecology. Often prescribed in the form of douching. Taken internally for infertility, hormonal imbalance, for increase thin endometrium, growth and maturation of follicles.
• Diseases of the lower respiratory tract . Infusions and tinctures of herbs can be taken internally for colds, coughs, bronchitis and pleurisy, tuberculosis, bronchial asthma, difficulty breathing. Coughing attacks are well relieved by an infusion of sage and honey.
• urinary system. The herb is a known diuretic. For Mexicans, this is one of the first remedies for treating the kidneys and bladder. Removes fluid from the body, relieves swelling.
• Digestion. Helps with bloating and intestinal spasms. Used for diarrhea, inflammation of the colon and small intestine, liver and gallbladder diseases.
• Nervous system . Indications for use may include nervous disorders, fatigue, sleep and memory disorders. The medicine softens the symptoms of paralysis and reduces tremors in the hands. The herb also helps with high blood pressure, dilates blood vessels, improves blood circulation.
• For weight loss. The herb normalizes metabolism and appetite, improves digestion, accelerates metabolic processes, and promotes weight loss. It is often included in various dietary herbal teas, prescribed for diabetes mellitus, obesity.

Is it possible to drink sage in combination with other herbs? It is known that this medicinal plant is included in various herbal preparations - stomach, chest, emollient, anti-tuberculosis.

Sage contraindications: individual intolerance; hypotension; sharp forms diseases of the urinary system; oncological diseases; endometriosis; increased level estrogen in the body; breast tumors; malfunctions thyroid gland; coughing(grass can trigger an attack). For bronchial asthma, it can be taken only after consulting a doctor.

Side effects

The herb contains a lot of tannins, bitterness, and essential oil. With an overdose and a long course, the following symptoms may appear:

• allergies in the form of hives and itching;
• digestive disorders: diarrhea or constipation, nausea, heartburn, vomiting;
• malaise, weakness, dizziness, headache, tinnitus, convulsions, rapid heartbeat.

Use of sage in pharmacology and at home

What is the use of this plant in folk medicine? What drugs can be purchased at the pharmacy?

Pharmacy drugs

Fresh Juice

It is used for compresses for radiculitis, polyarthritis, tumors, burns, and suppuration. Wash wounds with juice, wipe face when acne. It heals well ulcers and cracks in the corners of the mouth. But it is not recommended to take it internally. Use of sage herb in fresh recommended for bruises, abscesses, tumors. Fresh leaves crushed and applied as a compress.

Tea

Sage tea can be taken in pure form or include it in herbal preparations. A combination of chamomile and sage is considered a good antiseptic.

Preparation

1. Take 1 tsp. chamomile and sage.
2. Pour a glass of boiling water.
3. Leave for 15 minutes.
4. Strain.

Take ½ glass 2-3 times a day. It can also be used externally for disinfection.

Decoction

Decoctions are taken for diseases of the respiratory system, kidneys, digestion, nervous disorders. How to brew sage correctly?

Preparation

1. Take 1 tsp. leaves.
2. Pour a glass of boiling water.
3. Boil for 1 minute.
4. Leave for 30 minutes.

Before taking, you need to strain the broth. Take 1/4 cup 3 times a day.
For external use, you can make stronger decoctions (take 3 tsp of raw material for 1 glass). But you should not drink them: such a concentration can lead to digestive upset or side effects from the nervous system.

Infusion

The infusion is used in the same way as a decoction, but is prepared a little differently - without boiling.

Preparation

1. Take 1 tsp. raw materials.
2. Pour a glass of boiling water.
3. Leave for 1 hour.
4. Strain.

Drink 1-2 tbsp. l. before meals three times a day. The product helps well with flatulence, cramps, and intestinal inflammation. It is also prescribed for gastritis, diseases of the kidneys, gall bladder, and liver.

Tincture

Alcohol tincture is especially useful for the nervous system. People call it the “elixir of life”, it improves memory, strengthens mental and physical health old people.

Preparation

1. Take 2 tbsp. l. raw materials.
2. Pour in 2 glasses of vodka (40% alcohol).
3. Close the container tightly and place it in the light.
4. Leave for 30 days.

Be sure to strain before taking. Take 1 tbsp on an empty stomach. spoon, washed down with warm water.

Benefits for women

How can a plant be useful for women? It is used as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory agent, and also as a natural hormonal drug.

• Climax. Can be taken orally in the form of alcohol tinctures and decoctions. Helps relieve nervousness, anxiety, reduce hot flashes and increased sweating during menopause.
• Sage to stop lactation. In many countries, the herb is used by mothers who have decided to stop breastfeeding. The decrease in milk production is explained hormonal influence sage Therefore, during lactation (if you want to continue it), the herb is contraindicated.
• Sage for conception. Hog queen, red brush and sage are three miracle herbs that women often drink for conception. However, doctors warn that self-medication can lead to serious complications reproductive system. Without consulting a gynecologist, necessary examinations You should not take this herb. Read more about it in our other article.
• Precautionary measures. Grass refers to plant estrogens! If a woman is deficient in estrogen, sage can help in the first phase of the cycle (to accelerate the growth of the endometrium and follicles). But if there is an excess of estrogen, then the herb can be harmful and lead to hormonal imbalance. Therefore, only a doctor prescribes it. To identify hormonal imbalance You need to take hormone tests on certain days of your cycle.
• Sage during pregnancy. Approved for external use only. Drink grass even in small doses Absolutely forbidden. It's connected with hormonal effect, which gives sage.

Benefits for men

What are the benefits of sage for men? The herb is a natural aphrodisiac and increases potency. Clary sage is considered the most effective. Decoctions are made from its powder and seeds alcohol tinctures who drink for a long time. Sage is also prescribed for male infertility, the herb has a beneficial effect on reproductive function. For inflammation of the prostate gland, enemas of sage infusions are prescribed.

Benefits for children

Before using this herb in children, be sure to consult a pediatrician. It is an effective anti-inflammatory and expectorant, but large doses can lead to depression or stimulation of the central nervous system and digestive disorders. There are no contraindications for external use. If the child is old enough and can gargle on his own, the oral cavity is treated with decoctions. Sage is also useful for coughs in children. The herb can be drunk in the form of weak decoctions and infusions, to which boiled milk and honey are added. It is also added to inhalation preparations. However, in this case, a doctor’s consultation is required. For example, dry barking cough may be a symptom of laryngitis. Inhalations with this diagnosis can lead to narrowing of the larynx, bronchospasm, and suffocation.

Cosmetology

How is herb used in cosmetology?

• Sage decoction for hair. It will be used in the form of masks and rinses. The herb eliminates dandruff, reduces oily scalp and hair, and has a beneficial effect on hair growth.
• Sage for the face. Useful with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Decoctions and infusions are used for acne. The herb is especially useful for young, sensitive skin with increased fat content. At dark circles For swelling of the eyelids, compresses are made from herbs.

Sage essential oil is widely used in cosmetology and perfumery; it is used to flavor cosmetics and hygiene products. It relieves stress through massage and aromatherapy.

Cooking

What are the uses of the herb in cooking? The plant has a pungent, spicy taste and smell, so it is used as a seasoning for first and second courses, and salads. The herb goes especially well with fish, meat, vegetable and sweet dishes. In the countries of South and North America, it is widely used in the canning, alcoholic beverage, confectionery industries, and cheese making. For example, in Mexico and Chile from clary sage prepare intoxicating drinks, add herbs to wine, beer, and baked goods. But sage is also loved in southern Europe.

Widespread use of sage in folk and traditional medicine due to its disinfectant, astringent, anti-inflammatory properties. It is often prescribed for gargling, treating oral cavity for diseases of the gums and teeth. They treat wounds and burns. The herb is taken internally for coughs, kidney diseases, digestive organs, to normalize hormonal levels, strengthening the nervous system, improving memory.