Mugwort, p. 1187, at Google Books in "A Dictionary of the World's Plant Foods". The Cambridge World History of Food. 2000. pp.1711–1886. doi: 10.1017/CHOL9780521402156.060. ISBN 978-0-521-40215-6. 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 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.

Barrett, C. & McNamara, P. (2012). Encyclopedia of sleep and dreams: The evolution, function, nature, and mysteries of slumber: Volume 1. Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO. Yet, while the history behind the use of mugwort is fascinating, it begs the question: what does science say? Arthritis reduction From July to September, its small flowers bloom in beautiful shades of yellow or reddish-brown, standing out among its smooth leaves, which have a particular silvery fuzz on the underside. Both flowers and leaves, along with their roots and stems, have been put to use in folk medicine to make different preparations including tinctures, extracts, tonics, teas, powders, and essential oils. Sugita Y, Makino T, Mizawa M, Shimizu T. Mugwort-mustard allergy syndrome due to broccoli consumption. Case Rep Dermatol Med. 2016;2016:8413767. doi:10.1155/2016/8413767Vento KA, Wardenaar FC. Third-party testing nutritional supplement knowledge, attitudes, and use among an NCAA I collegiate student-athlete population. Front Sports Act Living. 2020; 2:115. doi:10.3389/fspor.2020.00115 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. Consulting with a healthcare provider is advisable before using mugwort or any herbal remedy for anxiety or stress relief. 8. Boosts The Immune System

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/ The next time you’re doing a card reading or any other intuitive work, aid your intuition by burning some mugwort or drinking a cup of mugwort tea before you begin your practice. Note: Pregnant or nursing women should not consume mugwort. Mugwort is just a common name for Artemisia vulgaris, which is an aromatic plant that’s used as an alternative medicine and as an herb for cooking. By enhancing circulation, mugwort may potentially offer benefits for conditions like varicose veins, where blood flow becomes compromised and veins become enlarged or twisted. Artemisia can be taken in many ways. Always consult your GP for advice and guidance prior to using any of these forms.

Asteraceae", Meyler's Side Effects of Drugs, Elsevier, pp.729–734, 2016, doi: 10.1016/b978-0-444-53717-1.00335-8, ISBN 978-0-444-53716-4 , retrieved 22 August 2022 Mugwort is seen as a gift from nature to awaken your feminine, yin side—just like cannabis, and especially our Quiet Times Minis , a calming flower blend with notes of spice, lavender, and chamomile. Smoking Mugwort for stress There are many different ways to use mugwort in herbal preparations—from topical to internal, and inhalation. The most common ways to ingest mugwort are by making a cold or hot infusion or taking a tincture. When seeking dream support or a more energetic experience with the plant, some folks prefer to ingest the flower essence, which can be just as effective (Andrews, 2015) .