Mugwort is a perennial plant native to North Africa, Europe, Alaska, and Asia. It is a dark green shrub that can be used as a pillow. Mugwort essential oil is used to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, regulate menstruation, and treat parasites.
1. What Are the Benefits of Mugwort Essential Oil?
The various medicinal properties of mugwort essential oil can provide numerous health benefits, such as:
1.1 Anti-epileptic and Anti-hysteric
A study published in the journal Oncotarget in 2017 noted the use of mugwort to treat epilepsy in traditional herbal medicine in the United States. The effects of this essential oil on the brain and nervous system help soothe seizures and hysteria when they occur. In the long term, mugwort essential oil may even cure more severe cases of epilepsy and hysteria.
1.2 Menstrual Regulation
Irregular or obstructed menstruation can be restarted with the correct and regular use of mugwort essential oil. Furthermore, other issues related to the menstrual period, such as fatigue, headaches, abdominal pain, and nausea, can also be addressed with the help of mugwort essential oil. It can also help prevent early menopause in women.
In the book "The Western Herbal Tradition: 2000 Years of Medicinal Plant Knowledge," the authors mention that mugwort has long been used to treat delayed menstruation and premenstrual syndrome.
1.3 Warming the Body
Mugwort essential oil has a warming effect on the body and can be used to counteract the effects of cold temperatures and humidity in the air. It also helps combat infections.
1.4 Digestive Support
Mugwort essential oil is very effective in treating digestive disorders caused by abnormal digestive secretions or microbial infections. It works by regulating or stimulating the flow of digestive juices to facilitate good digestion, as well as inhibiting the formation of microbial infections in the stomach and intestines to treat digestive disorders.
1.5 Diuretic
When used correctly, mugwort essential oil can be very beneficial for those suffering from chronic kidney disease, water retention in the body, or those with kidney stones, obesity, high blood pressure, and symptoms related to the buildup of toxins in the body, such as rheumatism, arthritis, or gout.
As a diuretic, mugwort essential oil increases urination, both in frequency and quantity, helping to eliminate excess water, salt, fat (fat accounts for 4% of total urine volume), and toxins such as uric acid. This helps the body feel lighter. Additionally, this effect also facilitates digestion and increases appetite.
1.6 Effects on the Nervous System
Mugwort essential oil acts as a tonic for the nerves. It is effective in treating nerve pain and disorders. Additionally, mugwort essential oil is a relaxant and stimulant, helping to alleviate pain and relax the nerves in cases of shock or overreaction, enabling you to be more active and alert.
1.7 Stimulant
The stimulating effect of mugwort essential oil can be seen on all the organs and systems operating within the body. Mugwort essential oil stimulates most functions in the body, including circulation, the secretion of hormones and enzymes from the endocrine glands, the secretion of bile and other gastric juices into the stomach, the stimulation of nerve responses, brain neurons, palpitations, respiration, bowel movements, and the production and secretion of milk in the breasts. Many of these effects are due to its stimulating impact on certain hormones that regulate body functions.
1.8 Effects on the Uterus
Mugwort essential oil has beneficial effects on the uterus. It maintains proper uterine discharge and stimulates the production of certain hormones that help keep the uterus functioning normally and safe from the effects of aging. Additionally, mugwort essential oil also protects the uterus by reducing the likelihood of tumor formation.
1.9 Other Effects
Mugwort essential oil is believed to be able to kill intestinal worms due to its toxic properties, but it should be used in very low doses for children.
In particular, mugwort essential oil is also used to treat amenorrhea and menstrual pain. It is also used to improve concentration and memory, especially when mixed with rosemary and sage essential oils.
2. How to Use Mugwort Essential Oil
The various uses of mugwort essential oil have been widely applied in medicine over many eras, as well as in food and beverage preparation. In fact, it is believed that its name originated from a plant used before hops to make beer.
Mugwort essential oil is added to perfumes and soaps. Its use as an aromatherapy ingredient is limited due to its toxicity to humans.
Mugwort essential oil is commonly used in the fall and winter. During this time, people tend to stay indoors, which can promote the spread of illnesses. Using mugwort essential oil for steaming in closed rooms not only brings a relaxing effect but also makes the air cleaner, reducing coughing and discomfort in the upper respiratory tract.
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