Mugwort tea has been widely used in treating a number of illnesses because it contains a lot of chemical components such as essential oils, flavonoids, sesquiterpene, triterpenes, lactone and coumarin derivatives. (Photo Credits)

This traditional Asian medicine has been widely used for more than 3,000 years ago especially in China. It became popular as an ingredient in a process called moxibustion, which is used to treat menstrual cramps and put a fetus in proper position inside the womb.

Ancient medication includes leaves of wormwood or mugwort, are shaped into cones or sticks about the same size and shape as a cigar, which is then burned and pointed into an acupuncture point, and these are just some of the ways on how to make mugwort tea.

It has been used to strengthen and warm a person’s blood and inner energy, and they use it to treat some types of cancers and inflammations. Today, there is still few studies that cover the real health benefits of mugwort tea on patients. They also fail to support the claims that are still being used in modern days.

Mugwort Tea Health Benefits

Women who are experiencing irregularity in their menstrual cycle as advised to drink mugwort tea to stimulate their body. But some women say that it caused them to have delayed menstruation. Ancient practices use the herb to induce abortion making it a harmful drink for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Herbal practices in Europe and America include mugwort for treating intestinal and stomach issues like gas, diarrhea, and colic. They also give it to patients suffering from nosebleeds, chills, fever, headaches, insomnia and nerve problems, as reported in the Web MD. Some herbalists claim that it possesses an antifungal and antibacterial properties. But these claims remain unproven to-date and not approved by health agencies.

Studies on Mugwort

Most studies on mugwort fail to prove its medical promises, and usually focus on its adverse side effects on the person taking it. It was reported by the Health Line that the American Cancer Society have shown several studies that say mugwort causes allergic reactions resulting in uncontrollable sneezing and other sinus-related symptoms. Some people reported having suffered skin rashes, or contact dermatitis.

Ways on Taking Mugwort

The Herbal Supplement Resource said that there is still no proven safe or effective dosage of mugwort to be taken for different kind of illnesses. The best way to use it is through the traditional mugwort tea. The common healthy mugwort tea recipe recommends up to two cups for every six days blended with fresh leaves that are boiled for 5 to 10 minutes.

But a readily available capsule sold as a supplement is advised by the manufacturer to be taken twice daily, or it is still best to consult a physician prior to taking the supplement. Find out where to buy mugwort tea.

Mugwort Tea: What Bitter Plants Can Do for your Health

Photo Credits

https://www.flickr.com/photos/fatmanseoul/4776664697

Caption: Mugwort tea has been widely used in treating a number of illnesses because it contains a lot of chemical components such as essential oils, flavonoids, sesquiterpene, triterpenes, lactone and coumarin derivatives.

The post What Can Mugwort Tea Do to Your Body? appeared first on Mugwort Tea Blog.