Sore Throat

Origin: Spain.

Alternative names: Common Sage, or Garden Sage.

Description: Sage is the dried leaves of the herb Salvia officinalis. The aromatic leaves are silvery gray in color. Cut sage refers to leaves which have been cut rather than ground into smaller pieces. Cut sage is preferred when the user wants the sage to be apparent in the end product. Rubbed sage is put through minimum grinding and a coarse sieve. The result is a fluffy, almost cotton-like product, unique among ground herbs. More sage is sold in the rubbed form than any other.

History: Sage was used during the Middle Ages to treat many maladies including fevers, liver disease, and epilepsy. The herb was used in England to make a tea that was considered a pleasant and healthful beverage. One common belief was that sage strengthened the memory, hence a sage, or a wise man, always had a long memory. In the 9th century, Charlemagne had sage included among the herbs grown on the imperial farms in Germany. During the 17th century, the Chinese exchanged three or four pounds of their tea with Dutch traders for one pound of European sage leaves.

Use: Sage is used in Greek, Italian, and European cuisines. It is used to season sausages, poultry, and fish. Sage has been traditionally used for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Medicinal properties: Sage is traditionally used as an astringent and antiseptic in a gargle for chronic sore throats and is taken to reduce hot flushes in the menopause.

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This is your everyday maintenance health honey which is loved by your immune system. One to two teaspoons daily raw on toast, in smoothies, with lemon and for all beverages. Active 5+ is a delicious health snack any time day or evening.

Not only is it delicious but it's uncommonly good for you, too. For the past 19 years honey researchers at the University of Waikato have been investigating what many local New Zealanders have accepted as common wisdom: local Manuka Honey is a superior treatment for wound infections. Called "Nature's own antibacterial healing remedy" Manuka Honey is known to combat sore throats, stomach ulcers, burns, wounds, acne, eczema, skin ulcers and antibiotic resistant superbugs.

All Manuka honey has some antibacterial properties. Daily usage of Manuka is recommended both for enjoyment and as a preventative measure. Everyday Manuka is outstanding in: beverages, salad dressings, desserts or eaten raw.

Wild Honey's Manuka has been independently laboratory tested to identify its level of antibacterial activity. For more technical information please visit: www.honey.bio.waikato.ac.nz

Manufacturer's web site: essential-trading.co.uk

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Not only is it delicious but it's uncommonly good for you, too as Active 10+ is your change of seasons health necessity! This level of activity gives that extra protective oomph to the immune when spring or autumn cold, flu and other illnesses seem to rear their heads more frequently. One or two teaspoons daily raw on toast; in smoothies; with fresh hot lemon, cider vinegar and a pinch of ginger or in your favourite beverages. Also soothing for ulcers and used topically for minor cuts and burns.

For the past 19 years honey researchers at the University of Waikato have been investigating what many local New Zealanders have accepted as common wisdom: local Manuka Honey is a superior treatment for wound infections. Called "Nature's own antibacterial healing remedy" Manuka Honey is known to combat sore throats, stomach ulcers, burns, wounds, acne, eczema, skin ulcers and antibiotic resistant superbugs. This one comes from Wild Honey in New Zealand.

Active 15+ Manuka is endorsed by the honey Research Unit at The University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Dr Peter Molan is recognised as a world leader in the researching and testing of the unique antibacterial properties of UMF15+. For more technical information please visit: www.honey.bio.waikato.ac.nz

Manufacturer's web site: essential-trading.co.

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Not only is it delicious but it's uncommonly good for you too as Active 15+ is your booster shot! Essential for those spring/summer or autumn/winter colds, flu and other illnesses. One or two teaspoons daily raw on toast; in smoothies; with fresh hot lemon, cider vinegar and a pinch of ginger or in your favourite beverages. Also soothing for ulcers and used topically for minor cuts and burns.

For the past 19 years honey researchers at the University of Waikato have been investigating what many local New Zealanders have accepted as common wisdom: local Manuka Honey is a superior treatment for wound infections. Called "Nature's own antibacterial healing remedy" Manuka Honey is known to combat sore throats, stomach ulcers, burns, wounds, acne, eczema, skin ulcers and antibiotic resistant superbugs. This one comes from Wild Honey in New Zealand.

Active 15+ Manuka is endorsed by the honey Research Unit at The University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Dr Peter Molan is recognised as a world leader in the researching and testing of the unique antibacterial properties of UMF15+. For more technical information please visit: www.honey.bio.waikato.ac.nz

Manufacturer's web site: essential-trading.co.uk

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Women's Energy is a natural way to help refresh the mind and body when experiencing daily fatigue. In Ayurvedic tradition, this herbal blend is used to help combat stress, poor digestion and the effects of improper eating and health habits. Unlike coffee, which gives an immediate rush of hyperactivity and the
notorious 'peaks and valleys' associated with over-stimulation, this Ayurvedic blend strives to build stamina and provide natural sustained energy.

Ingredients: Hibiscus*, liquorice*, peppermint*, raspberry leaves*, black pepper*, angelica root extract, cinnamon*, ginger*, cardamom*, cloves*. * ingredients are certified organic.

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When the body's energies are not in harmony, one is more susceptible to discomforts of stress, temperature change or polluted environ-ments. Irritation of the throat is one of the most common symptoms of the body's battle against the elements. Throat Comfort is a naturally sweet blend of liquorice, mullein flower, marshmallow root, ginger and ten other herbs and spices used traditionally in Ayurveda to relieve a sore or irritated throat. Because Throat Comfort is naturally delicious, gentle and effective, both adults and children will enjoy it.

Ingredients: Liquorice*, fennel*, cinnamon*, orange peel*, ginger*, thyme*, marshmallow*, mullein*, dried lemon juice*, orange extract, cardamom*, black pepper*, cloves*, turmeric root*. * ingredients are certified organic.

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Help banish the misery of stuffy noses and congestion with Olbas Oil. The essential oils in Olbas have a strong pleasant smell and when exposed to air give off penetrating vapours which rapidly relieve congestion to make breathing easier. The unique power of Olbas is available as a strong and penetrating pastille which not only relieves congestion but also helps soothe the throat.

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Sage (salvia) boasts the enviable reputation of bringing eternal life. While it can never achieve this objective, the popularity of this strongly scented herb and the capacity for its leaves to display beads of liquid in hot weather is well documented. Commonly used to address menopause related issues such as hot flushes, as well as a sore throat as sage has anti-bacterial properties. If taking Tamoxifen consult a healthcare professional before use.

Ingredients:extract of organically grown fresh Salvia officinalis (sSage) leaves. Also contains microcrystalline cellulose and hydrated cottonseed oil. Each 250mg tablet contains the equivalent of 1,000mg.

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A blend of echinacea and other therapeutic herbs. Commonly used to address colds, influenza and upper respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, catarrh, laryngitis, sinusitis and tonsilitis. If taking immunosuppressant medication consult a doctor before using echinacea.

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