Written by: The Healthy Living Team | Updated: January 6, 2021
- Sage has been used for centuries in Native American cultures for smudging, which is the process of burning it to cleanse spaces, objects, and people.
- Burning sage purifies the air due to its antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-fungal properties.
- Smudging can uplift mood and bring you to the present moment, making it beneficial before meditation.
- To burn sage, open a window, set an intention, light the sage, let the smoke flow, and then extinguish it safely.
- Other herbs like lavender, pine, and rosemary can be combined with sage for different healing properties and scents.
- 1. The History and Uses of Sage
- 2. Benefits of Burning Sage
- 3. How to Burn Sage: A Step-by-Step Guide
- 4. Alternative Herbs for Smudging