Fun Fact: Sage as Preservative

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Even Ancient Greeks and Romans used sage (Salvia officinalis) as a meat preservative. Scientists now know that sage’s terpene antioxidants help reduce spoilage.

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Even Ancient Greeks and Romans used sage (Salvia officinalis) as a meat preservative. Scientists now know that sage’s terpene antioxidants help reduce spoilage.

 

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