Mugwort (Artemisia Vulgaris)

Artemisia vulgaris L. (Mugwort) was called the “mother of herbs” in the Middle Ages. Mugwort can be found worldwide, and depending on the location, this herbaceous plant exhibits high morphological and phytochemical variability. Its herb is Artemisia vulgaris herba due to the presence of essential oil, flavonoids, sesquiterpenoids, lactones, and their associated biological activities.

 

Mugwort is traditionally used for treating gynecological ailments and gastrointestinal diseases. Studies have shown that mugwort exhibits antioxidant, hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective, antispasmolytic, analgesic, estrogenic, cytotoxic, antibacterial, antifungal, hypotensive, and broncholytic effects, (Ekiert et al., 2020).

 

Digestive Support: Mugwort may aid digestion by stimulating gastric juice production, easing indigestion, and reducing bloating and gas.

 

Menstrual Health: Traditionally used to regulate menstrual cycles and relieve menstrual discomfort, mugwort has been studied for its potential in managing menstrual irregularities and pain.

 

Sleep Aid: Some evidence suggests mugwort may promote relaxation and improve sleep quality, attributed to its calming effects on the nervous system.

 

Anti-inflammatory: Compounds in mugwort possess anti-inflammatory properties, which may alleviate symptoms of inflammatory conditions like arthritis and skin disorders.