Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a history of traditional use among Indigenous peoples of North America and in Western herbalism for addressing menstrual irregularities. The plant is believed to possess emmenagogue properties, meaning it can stimulate blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus, thereby potentially supporting the onset of menstruation or regulating menstrual cycles. Traditional herbalists have used mugwort for amenorrhea (absence of menstruation), dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), and irregular periods, often in the form of teas or tinctures. However, the scientific evidence supporting these uses is minimal to nonexistent. Most available information is anecdotal or based on ethnobotanical records rather than clinical trials or rigorous pharmacological studies. Some laboratory studies on related Artemisia species suggest possible effects on uterine muscle, but these findings cannot be directly extrapolated to Western Mugwort without further research. In summary, the use of Western Mugwort for menstrual irregularity is justified primarily by tradition, with little to no modern scientific validation at this time.

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