Evidence supporting the use of: Sage oil
For the body system: Uterus

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Table of Contents

Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Sage oil (Salvia officinalis) has a long-standing place in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe, for supporting female reproductive health. Historically, sage has been used to help regulate menstruation, alleviate menstrual cramps, and support uterine health, with references dating back to ancient Greek and Roman medicine. The herb was thought to possess estrogen-like effects, which might explain its use in managing menstrual irregularities and menopausal symptoms. However, the majority of evidence supporting these uses is anecdotal or based on traditional texts rather than robust clinical trials.

Scientific research on sage oil’s direct effects on the uterus is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that sage and its components (such as thujone and cineole) may influence smooth muscle tissue, but these findings are preliminary and not directly applicable to human uterine health. Human studies have mostly focused on sage’s potential for cognitive enhancement, antimicrobial properties, or menopausal symptom relief (such as hot flashes), rather than direct uterine support. As a result, while sage oil’s use for the uterus is heavily rooted in tradition, scientific validation remains insufficient.

In summary, sage oil’s reputation for supporting the uterus is primarily traditional, with a low to moderate level of supporting evidence (2/5), and should be approached with caution until more rigorous studies are available.

More about sage oil
More about Uterus

Products containing sage oil

We currently have no products on Caring Sunshine that contain this ingredient.