Benefits of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary sage belongs to the genus Salvia which is highly renowned for its wide range of benefits for human health. Clary sage has its history as an herb that was initially used as a tea. Nicholas Culpeper, a brilliant English herbalist, botanist, and physician of the 17th century, found that seeds and oil of this herbaceous plant are incredibly useful for eye health. Moreover, many ancient medical practitioners and physicians proved that clary sage and its oil can help wounds heal faster and lower infections. Along with using clary sage essential oil for eye health and healing wounds, it has been started to use for many other purposes as the latest scientific research has revealed its benefits. 

• Antidepressant effects: A 2010 study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology investigated the antidepressant and stress-fighting effects of several different essential oils, including clary sage, chamomile, rosemary, and lavender. The study found that out of all the oils tested, clary sage oil had the most potent anti-stress effect. The researchers concluded that clary sage oil could be an effective treatment for people experiencing depression. They also suggested that the effect of the oil was closely linked to the feel-good hormone dopamine. 
• Blood pressure lowering and anti-anxiety effects: A study published in 2013 in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that inhaled clary sage oil significantly lowered blood pressure and calmed the breathing of women with urinary incontinence undergoing assessment. The paper includes the suggestion that inhaled clary sage oil may be an effective way of promoting relaxation. Another study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that including clary sage oil in the food of animal subjects lead to a significant reduction in dominant and anxious behavior.
• Anti-inflammatory effects: A research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology in 2017 found that an extract of clary sage had significant anti-inflammatory effects in rats. The researchers concluded that the clary sage extract could be an effective treatment for the inflammatory gum condition periodontitis.
• Improved mental function: Different sage plants have long been thought to improve mental function in various ways. A 2017 review looked at the effects of various sage plants, including clary sage. The author found that sage plants seemed to be associated with improved memory, greater alertness, and potential Alzheimer’s-fighting effects. The same review also noted the anti-depressant and anti-stress effects of clary sage.
• Antibacterial effects: Many essential oils, including clary sage oil, are thought to have antibacterial qualities. A 2015 study looking at the antibacterial effects of clary sage essential oil found that its antibacterial qualities worked against all strains of bacteria tested. Clary sage essential oil was also found to reduce the growth of E. coli significantly and appeared to attack bacteria cells in several different ways. Other research has also suggested that some of the chemical components of clary sage have anti-fungal effects.