Sage: medicinal properties and contraindications

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

Sage has long been considered a medicinal plant. It is often used in folk medicine and such treatment is more than justified. Any herb has its undeniable advantages in traditional therapy, but do not forget about contraindications.

Consider in the treatment of what diseases sage is used, its medicinal properties and the existing contraindications for men and women.

A bit of background

Traditional healers use this herb to treat many diseases. If you translate the name of this herb from Latin, it will sound like "the herb of life". In Russia, this herb began to be treated only in the 19th century. There are over 900 species of this plant, and not all of them are medicinal.

The herb is quite whimsical and should be taken seriously. Sage loves warm climates and only grows in regions where there is a lot of sun.

Herb composition

The unique composition of sage is striking in its richness:

• vitamins of category P and PP;
• phytoncides;
• borneol;
• flavonoids;
• essential oils;
• organic acids;
• tannins and resinous substances, etc.

The plant has a subtle and rich smell. It is used as a fragrance for relaxing treatments. Sage and its medicinal properties help to cope with many ailments. But do not forget about its contraindications, so as not to harm the body.

In folk medicine, not only plant foliage is used, but also seeds, which are no less useful for eye diseases and other diseases.

Sage for men

Sage not only heals the body of women, but also heals men:

• a medicinal herb can restore the health of a man, improve the appearance of the skin, and help in diseases of the reproductive system. Decoctions and infusions are prepared from the seeds, which help to effectively fight infertility. It should be noted that the treatment can take more than one month;
• sage helps those men who suffer from baldness. Various formulations of cosmetic products based on sage seeds will help stop hair loss;
• if a man has congestion in the testicles, then sage will perfectly cope with this problem. The herb is able to enhance the production of testosterone in the body, which helps to improve libido function and make the potency more stable;
• the medicinal composition helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system;
• sage-based decoctions remove caries and qualitatively freshen breath.

Sage infusions are recommended for men during the period of conception. The phytoestrogens contained in the herb help to relax. They are converted into testosterone in the male body, which improves the quality of reproductive abilities.

Contraindications for men

This herb has its own contraindications:

• prostatitis;
• various tumors;
• stomach irritation;
• bowel disorder or constipation;
• allergic reactions;
• individual intolerance;
• kidney disease;
• epilepsy, etc.

Before consuming sage, you should consult your healthcare professional.

Healing herb for women

In the treatment of various female problems, sage is in incredible demand. The reproductive system of a woman fails over time due to insufficient production of the necessary hormones.

As a result, beauty begins to fade, the skin deteriorates, problems with the ovaries appear, infertility and other diseases oppress the female body. In the photo you can see what problems can begin due to a lack of phytoestrogens, which are very relevant for women. The richest composition of the herb, including the essential oils contained in it, help relieve stress, ease the period with menstruation and menopause.

Phytoestrogens restore youth to the female body. With the right sage treatment, there is a high chance of experiencing the happiness of motherhood.

In case of diseases of cystitis, mastopathy, the appearance of various tumors, it is recommended to be treated with sage infusions with the consent of the doctor.

For those who have hair loss, it is recommended to wash them with herbal decoctions based on sage. Hair will become smooth, healthy and shiny. Sage tea helps relieve fatigue and strengthens the walls of blood vessels.

Climax

With the onset of menopause, a complete restructuring begins in a woman's body. Symptoms such as increased heart rate, hot flashes, fever, and fatigue are present. To reduce discomfort in a new stage of life, you should brew dried sage leaves and drink the broth. You can add mint, valerian, lemon, and other soothing herbs to it.

You can reduce sweating with the help of sage oil in the pharmacy. Add a few drops to your bath before immersion. In this case, the water should not be hot, otherwise the essential oils will lose their properties.

After such relaxation, it will become noticeable that the skin has acquired an even color, sweating has decreased, the skin has become elastic.

Gynecological diseases and infertility

To reduce pain during menstruation, reduce bleeding or get rid of mastopathy, it is necessary to undergo treatment with sage broth. Properly prepared decoctions will help remove cystitis and reduce the effects of genital herpes.

In case of infertility, doctors recommend treating with sage, the medicinal properties of which are highly effective for women. Infusion stimulates the ovaries and cervix.

This treatment helps to increase the level of progesterone in the body, and causes prolactin to decrease. In gynecology, sage can become a worthy companion to drug treatment.

Contraindications

Contraindications for the use of sage in men and women are approximately the same. You can not take infusions from seeds and decoctions of sage for those who have:

• lactation period;
• pregnancy;
• cancerous tumors;
• individual intolerance;
• allergic reaction;
• kidney disease;
• epilepsy;
• an increased amount of estrogen;
• pressure instability, etc.

These are absolute contraindications. In other cases, you should consult your doctor.

Sage for children

Decoctions from this medicinal herb are recommended not only for women and men. It is also suitable for children as a treatment for certain diseases. You should strictly adhere to the doctor's recommendations and act according to the instructions.

In what cases are herbal infusions indicated for children:

• colds;
• sore throats;
• damage to the skin;
• cold;
• ulcers, etc.

It is possible to treat babies externally from the age of five with sage infusions, provided that the child does not have an individual intolerance to herbal infusions. Ingestion is not recommended until 12 years of age.

Hyperactive babies can be bathed before going to bed in baths with the addition of a decoction of sage. It will dry out all wounds on the skin and soothe the child.

For frequently ill children during an exacerbation of infections, inhalation with sage can be done. If there is no special inhaler, brew the weed and let the baby breathe. Our grandmothers did this, forcing us to breathe over the potatoes, while wrapping them tightly with a blanket. In this case, there are no contraindications, except for individual intolerance. The main thing is that the child does not get scalded by the steam.

If a large abrasion appears on the skin, you can apply a freshly washed leaf of sage or plantain. Herbal leaves perfectly soothe and heal burns, disinfect the wounded surface, and have hemostatic properties.

If you decide to give your child a sage decoction, be sure to consult your doctor. In some cases, such a useful plant can cause serious harm to the child's body. It is not recommended to give the decoction to a child under 12 years of age.

General indications

The healing composition of sage perfectly removes dental problems associated with gum disease, stomatitis, periodontal disease, etc. In case of gum disease, it is recommended to rinse the mouth cavity with a decoction of herbs several times a day. For those who have dentures inserted, sage is a must. Sometimes dentures rub the gums badly and ulcers form there, which may take a long time to heal.

To make the wounds heal, you should remove the dentures and rinse the mouth with herbal infusion. In pharmacies, herbal icicles and lozenges are sold, which must be sucked in during the day.

Herbal decoction can lower the temperature, relieve fever, relieve sore throat, dry ulcerative lesions with angina. Sage seed infusions have powerful antibacterial properties.

If the temperature of the infusion is not very hot, you can add half a teaspoon of liquid honey to it.

To raise the immune system and prevent viral diseases, doctors recommend brewing sage and linden in equal proportions, adding them per liter of water.

The composition should be well insisted and taken as a tea throughout the day. Such a remedy will help the body sweat profusely.

Sage does have powerful antioxidant, antibacterial, and other health benefits. They are treated not only for gynecological and urological diseases. This herb has proven itself in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, it is actively used in dermatology and cosmetology.