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Mugwort

Artemisia vulgaris L.

digestive

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Quick Facts

Part UsedAerial parts
Categorydigestive
Primary UsePoor digestion
SafetyCaution Advised

A bitter digestive and emmenagogue. Stimulates appetite and digestion. Traditionally used to promote vivid dreams. Used externally for moxibustion in Chinese medicine.

Bitter
Emmenagogue
Nervine
Antispasmodic
Diaphoretic
Oneirogen (dream herb)
Treats: Poor digestion
Treats: Loss of appetite
Treats: Amenorrhea
Treats: Dysmenorrhea
Treats: Nervousness
Treats: Insomnia
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Part Used:Aerial parts

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Healing Properties

BitterEmmenagogueNervineAntispasmodicDiaphoreticOneirogen (dream herb)

Treats & Supports

Poor digestion
Loss of appetite
Amenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea
Nervousness
Insomnia

Important Safety Information

AHP Class 2b, 2d. Contraindicated in pregnancy (emmenagogue/abortifacient). May cause allergic reactions in Asteraceae-sensitive individuals. Contains small amounts of thujone - avoid excessive use. May interact with diabetes medications.

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