Sage is a herb native to the Mediterranean, belonging to the Lamiaceae (the mint) family along with other herbs, such as oregano, lavender, rosemary, thyme, and basil.
The herb has gray leaves up to 2.5 in long (6.4 cm) and flowers that are usually blue or purple, however, they can also be white or pink.
Sage is associated with a number of health benefits as it is very rich in antioxidants and important nutrients, such as vitamin K.
In fact, sage has been considered somewhat of a panacea (solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases) throughout history for its wide range of uses in cooking and medicine.
Sage was one of the ingredients of Four Thieves Vinegar - a mix of herbs which was made to prevent the plague.
The leaves of the herb are used in medicine to help alleviate symptoms of digestive problems and mental disorders, such as Alzheimer's and depression.
Sage is also used as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics because of its unique pleasant aroma.
The scientific name of the herb Salvia officinalis originates from the Latin word "salvere" which in English means "to be saved."
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