Sage has been around forever, this potent silvery leaf has a long history in traditional medicine and is used by healers across the world.
Sage was used by ancient cultures like the Romans and the Greeks who turned to this medicine to help them with everything from digestion issues to sharpening memory tools.
Burning sage has many benefits:
- Lifts your mood and gives you more clarity
- Removes bacteria from the air - Scientists have studied the cleansing elements of sage and found that when this herb is burned, it can clear a staggering 94% of the bacteria in the air. By burning sage, you are quite literally disinfecting the air.
- Reduces stress and anxiety - Sage is known for its gorgeous grounding properties, so burning sage can be a beautiful remedy for clearing stress and anxiety. Not only is the sage scent super relaxing it also promotes relaxation and calmness.
- Improves sleep - By cleansing the air, softening your mood, and slicing through stress, burning sage can be a beautiful bedtime ritual. This silent herb contains compounds that can activate receptors in the brain which can reduce signs of stress.