Products tagged with 'sage'

Sage, a member of the Lamiaceae family, is an aromatic and medicinal plant. It spreads in various Mediterranean countries from Spain to the Balkans. It is known that there are more than 900 sage species around the world. Turkey is among the countries where sage is most widespread and used commercially in the world. Sage oil is obtained from the leaves of this plant. In the 10th century, physicians in the Middle East believed that sage would be a remedy for conditions that caused death. Treatment methods using sage are sought for different types of diseases. Efforts are made to find treatments with sage for issues such as epilepsy, poisoning, intestinal problems and infections. Today, sage in tea form is used for medicinal purposes. Sage oil can be considered as a substance mostly used in the field of aromatherapy. The scent of the oil obtained from a flowering plant can be used on the body with its fresh and clean scent.

A member of the mint family, sage traces its origins to the northern Mediterranean coast where it was not only a culinary staple but a traditional healing remedy. First mentioned in between 50 and 70 AD, sage is still prized for its multitude of health benefits today. Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, sage is known not only to help boost memory, but to help manage the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia. This magical herb also balances glucose and cholesterol levels and can offset the symptoms of menopause. Krinos Organic Mountain Sage is carefully harvested from wild plants growing on Mount Othrys in Central Greece. Because our organic sage includes both the stems and the leaves, it is perfect for butter or olive oil basting, marinades and roasts. Krinos Greek Mountain Sage has a slightly minty, earthy flavor. A traditional seasoning in sausages and Thanskgiving stuffing recipes, sage is also a classic ingredient in many Mediterranean dishes - like butternut squash pasta with sage brown butter. For a drink to warm you on a cold night, enjoy the leaves of our organic sage in a homemade infusion with Krinos Chamomile Flowers, fresh mint and fennel seeds.

Sage tea is a drink made from infusing hot water with sage, a popular aromatic herb that is also known as common sage or garden sage. A member of the mint family, sage is native to the Mediterranean region and Asia Minor. Its leaves have a long history of medicinal use. It is also commonly used as a spice in foods and fragrance in soaps and other cosmetics. People today still drink sage tea to help with things like oral health and brain function, among other possible benefits.