Mugwort Dried herb 50g from The Spiceworks - Hereford Herbs & Spices

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The plant contains various antioxidants and bioactive compounds that may help protect the eyes from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals.

Pinene: This terp can be both uplifting and sedating, with a fresh piney scent. Think of how you feel walking in a pine forrest—clear and relaxed. One 2017 review found sufficient evidence to suggest that moxibustion is effective for pain reduction and symptom management in people with osteoarthritis in the knee.

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Mugwort is a hardy perennial and will grow to anywhere between 1-2 meters in height. It has a large spread and will self sow and propagate from roots with a suffocating effect on neighboring plants. It needs containing! Deadheading before seeds can form is essential if you would like to keep it under control. Furthermore, the results of one 2013 study indicate that the ability of California mugwort (Artemisis douglasiana) to kill cells extends to normal human cells, as well as cancerous ones. For this reason, the researchers recommend that a traditional healer or herbalist supervise its use. Before going to bed, use mugwort in a variety of ways, such as teas, tinctures, or even by smoking or burning it. Traditionally, throughout Europe and in traditional Chinese medicine, people have used mugwort as a treatment for a variety of health conditions. However, many U.S. cities, and states, like New York and Louisiana, have outlawed mugwort when intended for human consumption. The law excludes the "possession, planting, cultivation, growing, or harvesting" of this plant when used "strictly for aesthetic, landscaping, or decorative purposes."

Its leaves are used in small quantities as a digestive aid, especially in fatty foods. However, much of the evidence to support these claims are anecdotal. Menstrual relief Although it is generally considered safe to use, if you’re allergic to ragweed, celery, carrot, apples, peaches, sunflowers, or birch, be cautious. If you’re allergic to one of these substances, you may also be allergic to mugwort . You may even have a condition called celery-mugwort-spice syndrome, which is an associated allergy to several substances. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for appropriate diagnosis and management of joint pain or arthritis-related conditions. 12. Helps In Maintaining Bone Health Moxibustion carries a risk of adverse effects including burns and infection. [1] Some side effects that have been reported include nausea, throat irritation, and abdominal pain from contractions when used in pregnancy.things you should know about oral allergy syndrome. (2019). https://community.aafa.org/blog/7-things-you-should-know-about-oral-allergy-syndrome Scrofula was to be treated at the point where it occurred, with garlic-partition moxibustion (gesuan jiufa). St. John the Baptist was said to wear a girdle of mugwort to relieve stomach pain. Active Components A study found that putting mugwort extract on the skin helped people with atopic dermatitis feel less itchy and have less inflammation. Many people use Artemisia vulgaris to wean off tobacco over time. Some suggest starting with a 50/50 mix of tobacco and mugwort and gradually reducing the amount of tbacco down to zero. Potential benefits of smoking Mugwort

Mugwort has a long history of being used to enhance dreams due to its potential psychoactive effects. In the Isle of Man, mugwort is known as bollan bane, and is still worn on the lapel at the Tynwald Day celebrations, which also have strong associations with St John. When I was camping in the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest as part of my studies at the Elderberry School of Botanical Medicine, I rolled an herbal smoking blend that I made with mugwort ( Artemisia sp . ) as one of the main ingredients. I shared it with the group while we were sitting around the campfire. That night, I had extremely lifelike and colorful dreams of myself hiking around the forest. The colors of the trees and plants were incredibly vibrant. I could feel the soft wind on my face. During the hike in my dream, I stumbled upon St. John’s wort ( Hypericum perforatum ), a plant that I had never met in the wild before. I didn’t know what it looked like, but at that moment, I just knew what it was. When learning how to use mugwort, you often hear about its traditional use for enhancing dream clarity; however, this was my first direct experience with it, and it was so vivid! While it might be less harmful than cigarettes and other chemically processed substances, smoking mugwort can harm the lungs. According to the American Lung Association , the combustion of cannabis or any smokable herb may contain many of the same toxins, irritants, and carcinogens as tobacco smoke. Be sure to choose organic, food-grade herbs for smoking. The Anglo-Saxon Nine Herbs Charm mentions mucgwyrt. A folk etymology, based on coincidental sounds, derives mugwort from the word "mug"; more certainly, it has been used in flavoring drinks at least since the early Iron Age. [2] Other sources say mugwort is derived from the Old Norse muggi (meaning "marsh") and German wuertz ( wort in English, originally meaning "root"), which refers to its use since ancient times to repel insects, especially moths. [3]This traditional use of mugwort as a diuretic may also contribute to its effects on regulating blood pressure. Himly, M.; Jahn-Schmid, B.; Dedic, A.; Kelemen, P.; Wopfner, N.; Altmann, F.; Van Ree, R.; Briza, P.; Richter, K.; Ebner, C.; Ferreira, F. (2003). "Art v 1, the major allergen of mugwort pollen, is a modular glycoprotein with a defensin‐like and a hydroxyproline‐rich domain". The FASEB Journal. 17 (1): 106–8. doi: 10.1096/fj.02-0472fje. PMID 12475905. Deng S, Yin J. Mugwort pollen-related food allergy: Lipid transfer protein sensitization and correlation with the severity of allergic reactions in a Chinese population. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res. 2019;11(1):116-128. doi:10.4168/aair.2019.11.1.116 However, scientific research is needed to conclusively validate these traditional uses and potential benefits.