Sage is commonly grown herb that is well known for its use in the kitchen. Sage is used to give dishes a unique flavor. Sage has a strong smell and bitter taste. It is native to the Mediterranean area. It is a tall plant with scarce foliage. Sage is a dull green, almost grey color and the leaves are hairy. There are many different varieties of sage, but red sage and white or green sage with broad leaves have been found to hold the best medicinal qualities.
Sage is used most often in beverages. Tea is the most popular use for sage and it is also sometimes used in wine. Sage can increase the potency of alcohol. In France, the wine made with sage is also used for medicinal reasons. Sage has also been used in cheese to help improve the flavor.
Sage has many medicinal uses as well. Sage is thought to help keep a person healthy and in some countries elders eat sage everyday as a way to stay healthy. The leaves can be infused or dried and used for medicinal purposes. It has been used to help treat a range of mouth problems, form bleeding gums to slowing the production of saliva. Sage has also been used to help sooth a sore throat. It can be used to help calm the nerves and relieve pain. It is also thought to e able to reduce fever and purify the blood. It is largely credited with the ability to reduce pain of any kind and help the brain function normally.
Sage is a great herb, but it should be used with care. It has been shown that sage taken in too large of quantities can produce adverse health issues. An overdose of sage can produce excessive perspiration and fainting spells.
Sage is often part of an herb garden and can be grown year to year if cared for carefully. It is important to cultivate the leaves and allow the sage to rebuild its energy for the next growing season.