Mugwort (Loose Herbs)

Mugwort may treat Colic, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and other gastrointestinal conditions. Mugwort may also treat headache Epilepsy, Irregular menstrual periods
Anxiety, Hypochondria (obsession with being ill) fatigue,
sleep problems, restlessness, irritability and
depression. 

Digestive Diuretic: Increasing urine output (for fluid retention)
Repelling insects Flavoring food bsoosting energy
Promoting circulation Supporting liver health
Relieving itching (caused by scars or burns)The parts of the mugwort plant that grow aboveground are used to make essential oil, which is composed of several therapeutic chemicals (including camphor, pinene, and cineole). This chemical composition has diverse health-promoting properties including the plant’s antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal effects.1

Another chemical that has been extracted from mugwort is called artemisinin. It is thought to have antitumor activity.
In addition, the chemicals in mugwort are thought to stimulate the uterus to contract, promoting menstrual flow. These chemicals are thought to lend themselves to the labor process in childbirth. This may result in a reduction in the dose of oxytocin to stimulate labor contractions.

The roots of mugwort are used to make a tonic said to boost energy.
In ancient cultures, mugwort was smoked to promote vivid dreams. This is because mugwort is said to produce mild psychotropic effects during wakefulness. A psychotropic effect can be induced by a substance that impacts the mental state of a person.A lotion made of mugwort is sometimes applied to the skin for alleviating itching, caused by scars or burns. Research has shown that a lotion made of mugwort and menthol, applied to the skin, relieved itching in burn victims.5



For preparing fresh mugwort after picking, spread the plant’s stalks and leaves into fan shapes so they will evenly and thoroughly dry, then tie them up and hang in the open air.