Potent Compounds Discovered to Treat Pain & Inflammation

Sage & Rosemary:  That’s because, according to research published in the

British Journal of Pharmacology, the herbs sage & rosemary contain potent anti-pain & anti-inflammatory compounds. Known as carnosol & carnosic acid, scientists made a novel discovery that these compounds are potent anti-inflammatories that can help reduce pain. The researchers concluded that “our research paves the way for a rational use of (sage)…in the continuous expanding context of nutraceuticals.”

While sage has traditionally been used for pain, it is better known for its memory & brain boosting properties, which research has also proven.

Sage & Alzheimer’s:  In one study published in the medical journal Current 

Medicinal Chemistry, researchers found that sage’s ability to prevent the breakdown of a critical brain messenger hormone may make the herb helpful in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.  Sage has been found to be so powerful in its ability to treat Alzheimer’s disease that the German Ministry of Health is currently considering adding sage as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease to its Commission E Monographs:  a compilation of the safety & effectiveness of herbs. While there are various species of sage, the one most commonly found to be beneficial for Alzheimer’s disease is Salvia lavandulifolia.

Reducing Pain & Inflammation:  You might be tempted to think that

reducing pain & inflammation as well as boosting memory &  helping in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease was sufficient enough reason to love this herb, but there is more: hormone balancing. The herb may also help menstruating women who are suffering from excessive bleeding, nursing women who experience excessive lactation, as well as menopausal women who are suffering from hot flashes & other menopausal symptoms.

Sage, particularly in its essential oil form known as clary sage, has a lengthy history of use in the balancing of hormones.  For hormone balancing, diffuse a few drops in an aromatherapy diffuser or add a few drops to a handkerchief & breathe in the aroma periodically throughout the day. Continue to do this daily for at least a month or two for best results.

Sage is also available in tea form, dried or fresh herb, tincture, capsules or

essential oils for those looking to take advantage of its anti-pain, anti-inflammatory & brain-boosting effects. Follow the package instructions for the product you choose.

Sage Oil:  In addition to taking the herb internally (as directed) you may also wish to dilute a few drops of sage essential oil in a teaspoon of carrier oil like sweet almond, apricot kernel, or olive oil & rub onto painful areas of your body a few times daily. Always do a skin test to ensure you aren’t allergic to sage oil prior to use. Apply it diluted in the same ratio as mentioned above, to the inside of your wrist & wait for 48 hours.

Remember that sage is potent medicine & should be treated with respect. If you’re taking any medication consult your doctor or pharmacist to ensure that the drugs do not interact with sage.

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I found this interesting as I believe in natural remedies & I have lower back & neck issues so I will probably try this.  Please share with me if you’ve used sage or any other natural remedy… I’d love to hear from you.

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