Category: Spices

Sage contains vitamins A and C, along with several other antioxidants which help reduce the risk of serious health conditions like cancer. It’s also rich in vitamin K, which aids the body in clotting blood. Since sage is usually taken in small amounts, it provides a high amount of nutrition without a lot of calories. […]

The botanical name of sage is Salvia officinalis Linn. It belongs to the Labiatae family. Sage is also known as Salvis and Sefakuss in Hindi language. What is sage leaves in India? The sage leaf is called Salvia officinalis in its scientific name. It is a type of mint family, which is full of medicinal […]

How long does sage last? As long as properly cared for, harvested and pruned every season, your sage plant can last you many years. Some have found that their plants get more and more woody as the years go by, and that by year 3, the plant is no longer as productive or flavorful. How […]

The leaf is used to make medicine. Sage is used for digestive problems, including loss of appetite, gas (flatulence), stomach pain (gastritis), diarrhea, bloating, and heartburn. It is also used for reducing overproduction of perspiration and saliva; and for depression, memory loss, and Alzheimer’s disease. What are the health benefits of sage? 12 Health Benefits […]

Sage reported a 10% drop in full-year organic operating profit to 343 million pounds ($461 million) for the year to end-September as investment in its cloud offer squeezed its margin to 19.3% from 22% a year ago. Why is sage not growing? The reason for sage plants wilting or drooping can be because of over […]

White sage is native to the southwest and prefers dry, almost desert conditions, while garden sage is native to the Mediterranean and Spain and needs regular watering (not drought tolerant). Can you use garden sage for smudging? Garden or common sage will do the trick, too. Other smudging plants to use include cedar, sweetgrass, and […]

Mediterranean region. Sage is native to the Mediterranean region and is used fresh or dried as a flavouring in many foods, particularly in stuffings for poultry and pork and in sausages. Some varieties are also grown as ornamentals for their attractive leaves and flowers. Several other species of the genus Salvia are also known as […]

Not all varieties of sage are edible. And while you can happily grow a diversity of culinary garden sage plants, there’s also a lot of different types with gorgeous flower spikes, brilliant red or pink or blue flowers, and more. What sages can you eat? Common sage is not the only edible Salvia species. Other […]

the Mediterranean region. sage, (Salvia officinalis), also called common sage or garden sage, aromatic herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae) cultivated for its pungent edible leaves. Sage is native to the Mediterranean region and is used fresh or dried as a flavouring in many foods, particularly in stuffings for poultry and pork and in sausages. […]

Taken in high doses, the compound thujone contained in garden sage may cause convulsions. Since thujone is volatile, most of it dissipates when sage is cooked, so the culinary use of sage is safe. Is garden sage the same as sage? Garden or common sage (Salvia officinalis) is the most common type of sage used […]

Wondering whether burning sage is cultural appropriation is a fair question — long story short, burning sage is problematic for a few reasons, the biggest being cultural insensitivity and environmental unsustainability. Is it wrong to burn sage? Are there any side effects or risks? When done correctly and respectfully, smudging is completely safe and the […]

The Aztecs ground up sage seeds and used it to make a drink called ‘chianzotzolatoli. ‘ Sage is still used in Mexico to make drinks with lemon and sugar (3). The practice of burning sage to cleanse a person, a group of people, and even a space has been done cross culturally for decades. What […]

History. It is probable that Sage was used in ancient Egypt to treat stomach ailments, toothache and asthma. It was listed in the Ebers Papyrus (1500 BC) as a remedy for itching. Followers of Hippocrates praised its styptic and strengthening qualities as well as its beneficial effects on menstruation. What is an Egyptian sage? Egyptian […]

How to use sage. Simply chopped, fresh sage is great sprinkled in moderation over fall recipes like this brussels sprouts with brown butter and sage or stirred into softened butter for rubbing on meat or melting onto bread, rice, or vegetables. You can even add it to a fancy cocktail. What can you do with […]

Some species of sage, such as common sage (Salvia officinalis), contain a chemical called thujone. Thujone can be poisonous if you get enough. This chemical can cause seizures and damage to the liver and nervous systems. How much sage is toxic? What’s more, it’s nearly impossible to consume toxic amounts of thujone through foods. However, […]

Drinking extremely large amounts of sage tea — or consuming this herb in other forms — over an extended period may cause heart problems, seizures, vomiting, and kidney damage if you’re ingesting more than 3–7 grams of thujone per day ( 41 , 42 ). Can you ingest sage? Sage is an herb with several […]

The leaves can be used fresh to season meats, seafood, and vegetables, or they can be incorporated into soups and stews. White sage can also be finely chopped and baked into bread, cooked into sauces for added flavoring, or used to flavor desserts. What happens when you eat white sage? White sage contains a toxic […]

Blue sage is a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae). “Salvia” is a name that means “healer,” referring to this ancient name for a sage with medicinal properties. The species name “azurea” is Latin for “sky blue.” Blue sage is a common name that refers to several different plant species. What is the purpose of […]

Sage flowers The leaves may be familiar, but not many people know that the flowers can be eaten too. And if you are adventurous enough to use them as an ingredient, you can choose between edible sage flowers with a fruity flavour or a slightly spicier variety. Should you take flowers off sage? Pruning Flowers […]

Italy. Undoubtedly, the country which uses sage most is Italy; in this respect, sage resembles rosemary (which fragrance is remotely similar). Italians most commonly use sage to flavour meat and poultry dishes; especially veal, which is often thought bland, can profit a lot from this herb. Where is sage most commonly used? In the United […]