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The mugwort tea has been part of the diets in many different cultures which are ranging from Europe to China and for long period it has been praised for its medicinal benefits. For centuries, it has the key ingredient in brewing beer before using hops came into favor. The scientific name of mugwort plant is Artemisia vulgaris. The mugwort is a tall shrub which and it is closely related to sunflowers and its roots, flowers and leaves are used for their nutrient content. The health benefits of the mugwort tea are mainly due to the presence of various B – family vitamins, calcium, iron, potassium, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Vitamin A, flavonoids, triterpenes and other antioxidant compounds. Mugwort tea has many health benefits, such as regulate diabetes, detoxify the body, strengthen the immune system, help with weight loss efforts, promote dream retention, reduce anxiety and depression, improve digestion and ease menstrual pain. But mugwort tea can have some side effects, such as pregnancy complications and allergic reactions. Also mugwort tea has active components which are very powerful and they can be toxic if this tea is taken in excessive amounts.

Here are some health benefits of mugwort tea:

Vivid dreams: It is known fact that for centuries, the mugwort tea was praised for its “hallucinogenic” and “psychic” properties and for long time, it has been used to stimulate vivid dreams. Also this tea can help you to remember dreams as well and to experience those lucid dreams which are so few and far between.

Bone mineral density: In the traditional medicine, the mugwort tea was used as an excellent mineralizer for the bones which can help to increase the bone mineral density and it can prevent the age – related bone disorders, such as osteoporosis. It has high levels of calcium, iron and potassium which can support this benefit of the mugwort tea.

Vision health: The Vitamin A is found in mugwort tea. This vitamin is acting as a strong antioxidant for the vision health. It is known that this beta – carotene derived vitamin is able to prevent macular degeneration and it can slow down the development of cataracts.

Health benefits of mugwort tea

Health benefits of mugwort tea

Immune system: Mugwort tea has high amounts of Vitamin C and other antioxidants which are making this tea an excellent choice for boosting the immune system. This vitamin can stimulate the production of white blood cells and also it is acting as antioxidant which can neutralize the free radicals which are causing inflammation and weakening the defense system of the body.

Diuretic property: Mugwort tea has diuretic property which can stimulate the urination. Through urination our body is eliminating toxins. Also the mugwort tea is linked to cleansing the bladder and kidneys, improving the function and reducing the chances of infections. Also it can stimulate the sweating which further can eliminate toxins from the body through the skin.

Menstrual pain: Menstrual cramps are known as dysmenorrhea and one of the major uses of mugwort tea is in the treatment of this problem. Mugwort tea can regulate and stimulate menstruation and it can support the body as it changes through menopause. It is known that those women who are pregnant should avoid it because the stimulation of menses can cause miscarriage and it can trigger premature labor.

Indigestion: This tea can settle the stomach and it can ease the indigestion for generations. Also it can stimulate the appetite, counter unpleasant conditions like diarrhea and constipation and reduce bloating and cramping. Mugwort tea has some active compounds which can speed the digestion.

Weight loss: Mugwort tea has a range of B – family vitamins and when you drink this tea, then it can boost your metabolism and it can increase the passive fat – burning. It can help you with the weight loss efforts and it can help your body operate at a higher level of energy and efficiency.

Anxiety and depression: There are some studies in which are said that the mugwort tea has powerful nervine properties which mean that it can be used for treating depression, anxiety and chronic stress levels. It can relieve stress on your nervous and metabolic system and improve the quality of your life.

Pardhan Singh
Pardhan Singh
A seasoned natural therapist with degree in Ayurvedic Medicine (BAMS) successful in treating various diseases through Ayurvedic treatments. You can contact Pradhan at [email protected]

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