Angioplasty, also known as balloon angioplasty and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA), is a minimally invasive, endovascular procedure to widen narrowed or obstructed arteries or veins, typically to treat arterial atherosclerosis.
Sage sharpens the mind. by TIM UTTON, Daily Mail. Old wives' tales have long proclaimed sage's ability to boost the powers of memory. Now scientists have proved they were right. Indeed, researchers are so impressed by the herb's powers that they are to investigate if it could be used to treat Alzheimer's disease. The possible breakthrough follows clinical trials which found that healthy adults who had taken sage oil capsules performed significantly better in memory tests.
1 Used in a cream or lotion, clary sage oil can be beneficial for skin problems, back pain and a stiff neck, as well as for body odors, PMS, skin problems and cramps. 2  It is particularly good for balancing the production of sebum of the skin and to clear greasy complexions. Clary sage can be used in blended massage oil, or diluted in the bath to assist with muscle pains, frigidity, depression, anxiety, menstrual problems, PMS, stress, nervous tension, insomnia, cramps and addiction.