Sage (Salvia)

Description

Sage (Salvia officinalis) has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti- inflammatory, antitumor, antidiarrheal, and antiobesity properties. Sage has also been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol, improving the HDL/LDL ratio. Sage is used in traditional medicine to improve memory, treat menopausal hot flashes, reduce gastrointestinal inflammation, nourish the pancreas, and treat diabetes.