This tall, biennial herb grows in most parts of the world and provides a powerful aromatic, yet benevolent, euphonic oil. Its leaves are rather similar to those of common sage, although they are broader, wrinkled, and hairy. The blue-white flowers are smaller than those of the more familiar herb and are enclosed in greeny-yellow, sometimes purplish, bracts. The Latin name salvia means “good health”, and sclerea means “clear”. Because of its euphoric properties it was sometimes substituted for hops in the brewing of beer. Today it is more widely used as a culinary herb in soups and stews as well as in the perfume industry.
Applications and Effects
Particularly effective for excretory disorders.
Skin: Acne, boils, dandruff.
Circulatory and muscular systems: High blood pressure, muscular aches, pains.
Respiratory system: Throat infections.
Digestive system: Colic, cramp, flatulence.
Immune system: Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), convalescence.
Nervous system: Depression, migraine, nervous tension, insomnia, panic.
Mental/emotional effects: Useful for difficulty in adjusting to change. Helps put things into perspective. Encourages dream recall; may help the individual see more clearly.
Precautions
Should be avoided by pre-menopausal women with a history of breast, cervical, ovarian, or uterine cancer. May cause problems in some women on the contraceptive pill or hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Avoid using with alcohol as it may exaggerate the effects or cause nausea. Not to be used before driving.
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