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Sage: Expert opinions, health risks, and more
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Side effects by Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing), Master's degree, Food Science and Technology · 1 years of experience · South Africa
- When consumed in excess sage can trigger restlessness, vomiting, dizziness and even kidney damage.
- Sage essential is considered to be toxic and may cause serious adverse effects when used beyond recommended doses.
Side effects by Luciana M. Cherubin
Bachelor in Nutrition · 5 years of experience · Argentina
- Sage is considered safe with no reported side effects.
Side effects by Christos Sittas
MSc in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences · 3 years of experience · UK
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Sage contains a substance called thujone. When sage is consumed as a decoction in very large amounts (more than 20 cups in a day) this chemical can lead to liver and nervous system damage.
Reference: Microsoft Health: Story by Faith Seke, Luciana M. Cherubin, Christos