{"id":15182,"date":"2020-09-20T09:25:02","date_gmt":"2020-09-20T07:25:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/salvia-usos-y-beneficios\/"},"modified":"2020-11-10T17:24:26","modified_gmt":"2020-11-10T16:24:26","slug":"discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover all about sage uses and benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nature has provided us with various plants, which we have learned to use over time. On this occasion, we will talk to you <strong>about sage, its uses<\/strong>and<strong> benefits<\/strong>, which has been used for a long time by man. This plant stands out for its <strong>excellent medicinal properties<\/strong>. It is therefore interesting to know what it is used for and why many grow it in their garden. Let&#8217;s go there! <div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/#What_is_sage\" >What is sage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/#Sage_uses_and_health_benefits\" >Sage uses and health benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/#Uses_of_sage_in_the_kitchen\" >Uses of sage in the kitchen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/#Learn_how_to_prepare_a_sage_tea_easy_and_simple\" >Learn how to prepare a sage tea, easy and simple!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/discover-all-about-sage-uses-and-benefits\/#Growing_sage_in_the_garden_%E2%80%93_Some_recommendations\" >Growing sage in the garden &#8211; Some recommendations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_sage\"><\/span>What is sage? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>The sage, whose scientific name is<strong> &#8220;Salvia officinalis L<\/strong>.&#8221;, is an herbaceous plant of Mediterranean origin. It has elongated leaves and violet flowers with an exquisite aroma. Its name comes from the Latin <em>salvare<\/em>, which in Spanish means to save or cure. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13621 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/salvia-usos-y-beneficios-p.jpg\" alt=\"salvia usos y beneficios\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/salvia-usos-y-beneficios-p.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/salvia-usos-y-beneficios-p-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/salvia-usos-y-beneficios-p-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> Since ancient times the properties of sage have been used for <strong>medicinal and culinary<\/strong> purposes. This is why this bush has spread around the world in many varieties. <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sage_uses_and_health_benefits\"><\/span>Sage uses and health benefits <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>The <strong>medicinal properties of sage<\/strong> are many. That is why it has become a healing herb since ancient times. Hence the saying &#8220;What could a man die of if he had sage in his garden? Among the <strong>health benefits of sage<\/strong> are <ul>   <li><strong>Anti-inflammatory<\/strong><\/li>. Helps to reduce swelling and headaches, muscular, rheumatic, among others.   <li><strong>Astringent<\/strong><\/li>. Accelerates the healing of wounds in the skin.   <li><strong>Antiseptic<\/strong><\/li>. It is ideal for treating any infection or mild irritation and for cleaning wounds. You can use its infusion as a mouthwash in case of gingivitis, stomatitis or pharyngitis. Also, it is advisable to gargle with sage in case of a sore throat.   <li><strong>Antispasmodic<\/strong><\/li>. It can be used in the treatment of spasms or cramps.   <li><strong>Anti-fungal<\/strong><\/li>. It helps to eliminate or prevent the growth of fungus on the skin.   <li>Relieves <strong>menstrual and menopausal<\/strong><\/li>symptoms.   <li>Ideal in case of <strong>indigestion or heartburn<\/strong><\/li>.   <li><strong>Central nervous system activator<\/strong><\/li>. Increases mental clarity and memory while relieving depression. It is useful in the treatment of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and cognitive decline.   <li>It is used in the treatment of <strong>circulatory problems<\/strong><\/li>.   <li>Rich in <strong>vitamins A, B and C<\/strong><\/li>needed to strengthen our immune system.   <li><strong>Anti-febrile<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>. It is used to treat fever. You can find sage in <strong>different presentations<\/strong> on the market, either in leaves (fresh or dry), capsules, powder, essential oil, among others. However, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenuso.com\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Greenuso<\/a> we recommend that you avoid its consumption if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, also for those who suffer from kidney failure. <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_of_sage_in_the_kitchen\"><\/span>Uses of sage in the kitchen <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>Sage has been used for culinary purposes since ancient times, especially in <strong>Italian and French cuisine<\/strong>. Its pleasant aroma makes it the ideal ingredient for a variety of dishes. You can use it to <strong>season meats, vegetable creams, pasta, rice, butter<\/strong> and much more. Also, it is recommended to take it as an infusion. In addition, you can choose to use<strong> fresh or dried sage<\/strong> leaves according to your preference or dish to be prepared. In any case, we recommend using it sparingly, as the fragrance of this plant is somewhat strong and you don&#8217;t want to overdo it. <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_how_to_prepare_a_sage_tea_easy_and_simple\"><\/span>Learn how to prepare a sage tea, easy and simple! <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>To <strong>make a s <\/strong>age tea, you will need the following ingredients: <ul>   <li>5 g of dried sage or 5 fresh leaves <\/li> <li>1 cup of water.<\/li>   <li>Honey or sugar to taste.<\/li>   <li>Lemon juice (optional). <\/li><\/ul> Once you have gathered the ingredients, the <strong>procedure to follow <\/strong>is as follows: <ol>   <li>Heat the water to a boil. <\/li> <li>Add the sage and leave to stand.<\/li>   <li>Strain to remove the remains of the plant. <\/li> <li>Add sugar or honey to sweeten. <\/li> <li>You can add lemon juice to taste. <\/li> <li>Ready! Now you can enjoy a <strong>sage tea <\/strong><\/li><\/ol> <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growing_sage_in_the_garden_%E2%80%93_Some_recommendations\"><\/span>Growing sage in the garden &#8211; Some recommendations <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>Thanks to the different uses of sage, it would be good for you to know how to <strong>grow sage in your garden or orchard<\/strong>. If you decide to take this step, it is very useful to have a look at the following recommendations: <ul>   <li>This type of bush can reach about <strong>50 cm high<\/strong>, so you should leave a space of <strong>60 cm between one and the other<\/strong><\/li>.   <li>Although it adapts to <strong>almost any type of soil<\/strong><\/li>, it is preferable to cultivate it in somewhat dry and low acid soil that drains very well.   <li>As it is a plant with <strong>high temperatures<\/strong><\/li>, it should be protected during the winter frosts.   <li>Although it needs <strong>direct sun<\/strong><\/li>it can grow with some shade.   <li>At the beginning it will need frequent and abundant watering, but as it grows you will be able to do it in a moderate way.<\/li><\/ul> Now, since you know the <strong>uses and benefits of sage<\/strong>, we hope you will be able to use it wisely. Remember that, you should avoid excesses and consult a specialist in the consumption of this plant in case you have any illness or special condition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nature has provided us with various plants, which we have learned to use over time. 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