Its name comes from the Latin salvia, which evokes the idea of preserving, a sign of this plant's place in traditional uses. Common sage should not be confused with clary sage (Salvia sclarea), a related species. Its leaves concentrate rosmarinic acid and an essential oil, the active ingredients behind its properties. Rich in virtues, common sage is one of the key plants in traditional use, appreciated both in cooking and as an infusion.
The form matters as much as the plant. Sage-based products can be found as dried leaves for infusions or herbal teas, as essential oils, or as extracts in food supplements, whether organic or not. For an infusion, it is recommended to use about one teaspoon of dried leaves for a cup of hot water, steeping for a few minutes. In Péri Support, sage is used in the form of a leaf extract, selected for its quality and controlled thujone content, ensuring consistency and batch-to-batch traceability.
Common sage (Salvia officinalis) is a Mediterranean medicinal plant whose leaves have been used since antiquity. Among the most recognised benefits of sage are its action on sweating and its value during menopause.
During perimenopause and menopause, hot flushes and night sweats can disrupt daily life. Common sage is one of the plants most traditionally associated with this comfort to relieve these perimenopause symptoms, and its use in this context is now well established.
At Jolly Mama, sage is part of the Péri Support supplement, in the form of a leaf extract.
Sage in food
Common sage is primarily an aromatic plant from the Mediterranean basin, appreciated both in cooking and as an infusion. Its leaves, rich in rosmarinic acid and essential oil, are among the most widely used medicinal plants in herbal medicine. It is traditionally consumed as an infusion or herbal tea, using a small amount of dried leaves steeped for a few minutes in a cup of hot water. It should not be confused with clary sage, a related species. As with any plant, its active ingredient content and absorption vary depending on the form and quality of the leaves used.
Sage as a supplement
For more regular and practical use, sage is available as dried leaves for infusions, as an essential oil, or as a leaf extract in food supplements, organic or otherwise. The value of an extract lies in the consistency of its quality and a controlled thujone content, ensuring batch-to-batch traceability. In this form, sage easily fits into a routine designed for comfort during menopause, favouring regular use over several weeks rather than occasional intake.
Did you know: the Romans called sage the sacred herb and attributed a thousand virtues to it. Its Latin name, salvia, shares the same root as the verb to preserve.
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