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Source of validity: Traditional
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Artemisia is a large genus of plants that includes various species such as Artemisia vulgaris (mugwort), Artemisia absinthium (wormwood), and Artemisia annua (sweet wormwood). Historically, several Artemisia species have been used in traditional medicine systems across Europe, Asia, and Africa for a variety of ailments, including symptoms of colds such as congestion. Folk remedies have involved preparing teas, tinctures, or inhalations from Artemisia leaves to relieve respiratory discomfort, cough, and nasal congestion. The rationale for such use often stems from the plant’s aromatic oils and bitter compounds, which were believed to have expectorant or decongestant properties. However, scientific studies investigating Artemisia species for their efficacy as decongestants or treatments for cold symptoms are limited and inconclusive. While some Artemisia species have demonstrated antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory studies, these findings do not directly validate their use as decongestants in the context of colds. No Artemisia species are recognized in mainstream clinical guidelines for the treatment of colds or nasal congestion. Therefore, while there is a basis in traditional herbal practices, there is insufficient scientific evidence to support the use of Artemisia for this indication.

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