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

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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. Nowakowski , R. (2016). The healing power of moxa [Article]. Retrieved from https://daoisttraditions.edu/healing-power-moxa/

To protect those she regarded as her own, this incarnation of Mother Earth left us a gift: Artemisia vulgaris , commonly recognized as mugwort, the mysterious, sacred plant believed to induce vivid dreams, astral projections, and future divinations. Acclimatize the mugwort seedlings to outdoors by moving from the cold frame in the day and when the fear of frost has passed you can transplant. In high doses, Thujones can turn into neurotoxins, causing vomiting and seizures. For this reason, consuming large amounts of mugwort can be toxic, especially if you choose to use its oil, which typically contains high concentrations of this psychoactive compound.Mugwort is also a great plant ally for menstruation. In Chinese herbal medicine, mugwort is commonly used to lessen heavy menstrual and uterine bleeding and can help increase blood circulation to the pelvic region for menstrual pain relief. Trained users of moxibustion of mugwort have successfully turned breeched babies into a safer head-down position before childbirth ( Nowakowski , 2016) . Mugwort has also been commonly used to start or regulate the menstrual cycle (Moore, 1993). There are many traditional superstitions related to this herb. For example, people used to believe that mugwort could protect from fatigue, sunstroke, wild animals, and evil spirits. Many people also suggest that the Romans used to use mugwort in their sandals to relieve aching feet.

Most research into moxibustion comes from China and is generally of low quality. [1] Claims are made for its effectiveness for a wide variety of conditions, with some practitioners promoting it as a panacea. [1] Pregnancy [ edit ] If a person is considering trying mugwort for medicinal purposes, they should speak to their healthcare provider beforehand to ensure that it is safe for them to do so. Coyle, M. E., et al. (2012). Cephalic version by moxibustion for breech presentation. https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD003928.pub3/full a b c d Ernst E (2019). Alternative Medicine– A Critical Assessment of 150 Modalities. Springer. pp.182–183. doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-12601-8. ISBN 978-3-030-12600-1. S2CID 34148480.Whether you want to grow mugwort for eating or the foliage it can be a rewarding herb. Thanks for reading and I hope you feel confident to grow your own Artemisia. But Thujones are not the only psychoactive ingredients at work here. There are three additional terpenes found in A. vulgaris that work synergistically with them to account for mugwort’s sedative and slightly psychedelic effects: 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. Song, G.-M., et al. (2016). Moxibustion is an alternative in treating knee osteoarthritis: The evidence from systematic review and meta-analysis. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4753935/ Mugwort should NOT be used by people who are pregnant; because it stimulates menses, it can result in miscarriage. (Related note: while it is safe to use by those who have heavy flow periods, please be aware that consumption of mugwort in the days prior to and during your menses may result in an even heavier flow).

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. How to find a complementary health practitioner. (n.d.). https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/how-to-find-a-complementary-health-practitionerAccording to the Herbal Drugs handbook , the oral consumption of Mugwort stimulates the secretion of gastric juice and relaxes the gastrointestinal tract and bile ducts. For ages, this herbaceous plant gained popularity as a remedy for digestive issues, including: Sugita Y, Makino T, Mizawa M, Shimizu T. Mugwort-mustard allergy syndrome due to broccoli consumption. Case Rep Dermatol Med. 2016;2016:8413767. doi:10.1155/2016/8413767 The dream herb, as some like to call it, has a long history not only as a spiritual ally and medicinal plant but also as a spice, food, and flavoring agent for beer and other beverages. But you've ever considered smoking mugwort, then you're in for a treat. Relax and reconnect with the mysticism of Artemis and discover the benefits of smoking mugwort. ​What is Mugwort? Zubair, Z., et al. (2020). A comprehensive review with pharmacological potential of “mother of herbs” – Artemisia vulgaris Linn. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ismath_Shameem5/publication/343398987_A_COMPREHENSIVE_REVIEW_WITH_PHARMACOLOGICAL_POTENTIAL_OF_MOTHER_OF_HERBS_-ARTEMISIA_VULGARIS_LINN_Corresponding_Author/links/5f28157d299bf134049cef10/A-COMPREHENSIVE-REVIEW-WITH-PHARMACOLOGICAL-POTENTIAL-OF-MOTHER-OF-HERBS-ARTEMISIA-VULGARIS-LINN-Corresponding-Author.pdf Artemisia can be taken in many ways. Always consult your GP for advice and guidance prior to using any of these forms.