White Sage
White sage is one of the nearly 800 species of sage and is known by other names such as bee sage or sacred sage.
Historically, white sage's healing powers have been traced through time and have impacted many different cultures,
including the ancient Babylonians, ancient Greeks, the Chinese and a host of Native North and South American tribes
who used white sage in their healing and prayer rituals. Used for everything from curing headaches, sores and snakebites
to attaining mystical foresight and thwarting bad spirits, white sage is an extremely culturally valuable herb.
As of 2009, the benefits of white sage are widely known by homeopathic and herbal experts. The medical applications of this plant are various and broad, and it can be ingested, burned and even used as a poultice or compress. According to the USDA, white sage is effectively used as a treatment for skin eruptions and eczema. White sage may possess antiseptic properties. This herb has been used to treat wounds to prevent infection and inflammation.
As of 2009, the benefits of white sage are widely known by homeopathic and herbal experts. The medical applications of this plant are various and broad, and it can be ingested, burned and even used as a poultice or compress. According to the USDA, white sage is effectively used as a treatment for skin eruptions and eczema. White sage may possess antiseptic properties. This herb has been used to treat wounds to prevent infection and inflammation.
