Red Root Sage Extract

Species Name: Salvia miltiorrhiza

Also Known As: Chinese sage, dan shen, Chinese salvia, radix salvia, red sage, red rooted salvia and salvia root

Red root sage extract is a native plant of North America. However, there are some 50 species that have similar structures, all of which are small trees or sometimes shrubs.

All are from the evergreen family. The plant is not a hardy shrub but does grow well in alkaline conditions. The plant’s name, red root, comes from the long root that is thick and irregularly shaped.

Red Root Sage can be consumed and has a bitter taste without an odor. In Canada it was sometimes used by ancient cultures to dye fabrics. The Cherokee found it useful for a treatment for sores and skin cancer.

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Benefits and Uses of Red Root Sage Extract:

The uses of red root sage extract are numerous. In many cases, its main benefit was that of cardiovascular health. In western cultures, it has become commonly associated with heart health because of this benefit.

It contains tanshinone, which is believed to increase the strength of the heartbeat although it helps to slow down the heartbeat. This can assist to reduce the risk of a heart attack. It can also work well as a treatment for angina, or chest pain.

Another benefit of the red root sage extracts is as a treatment of liver conditions. It works well to promote the health of the liver and may heal some of the damage caused by drug use, alcohol use or diseases. It has the ability to aid in health improvements for those who suffer from fibrosis, chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis.

In some cases, it may be used to purify the blood. In this way it works as a detoxification and can help to treat conditions such as acne, boils and skin conditions from the inside out.

There is some belief that it can reduce the signs of aging, too. Some studies show that it can be beneficial for menstruation problems as well as reduce uterine fibroids.

Side Effects of Red Root Sage Extract:

Those who are pregnant or nursing should not use this extract. In addition, some people may have an allergic reaction to it, specifically if they have had allergic reactions to any type of mint.

Those who have high blood pressure or those who have blood vessels diseases should not use this extract. Tell your doctor about your use of red root sage extracts if you have heart problems.