Mugwort Vivid Dreams

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Mugwort Vivid Dreams – calming and centering, helps to alleviate nightmares while promoting vivid dreams. Mugwort is a potent dream herb, aiding in the remembrance of altered states of consciousness. Latin Name: Artemisia vulgaris syn. Absinthium spicatum, Artemisia affinis, Artemisia coarctata, Artemisia officinalis. Plant Family: Asteraceae. This shrubby herbaceous perennial plant can be found growing in most of the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere; it grows to a height of up to 2 metres. The tall erect stems have a purple tint to them; the leaves are 5–20 cm long, dark green and pinnate on the upper side, the undersides are white and downy. The individual flowers are white and downy in bud opening to have greenish bell shaped ‘sheaves’ with yellowish bracts in the centre approximately 2.5mm in diameter, they form clusters of upright racemose panicles. An infusion of the dried plant can be used to make a natural insect repelling/insecticidal spray for occasional use; too much may impede plant growth. The dried leaf can be used as a substitute for tea and added in small amounts to stuffing’s to accompany fatty meats and game.

A possible treatment for conditions ranging from flatulence to infertility. It’s related to ragweed and may cause allergies similar to ragweed. In the past, mugwort was revered. Roman soldiers put mugwort in their sandals before marching to ward off fatigue. It was also thought to protect people from wild animals and evil spirits. People placed it under their pillows to induce vivid dreams and planted it around their houses and gardens to repel moths.

In traditional Asian medicine, mugwort or wormwood is used in a process called moxibustion. Mugwort or wormwood leaves are formed into sticks or cones about the size and shape of a cigar, and then burned on or over an acupuncture point to release energy. Moxibustion has been practised for more than 3,000 years in China, and advocates claim that it can strengthen and warm your blood and life energy, and treat inflammations and cancers. Moxibustion is also used to treat menstrual cramping and to help a baby in the breech position turn.

Mugwort can also be used to stimulate a women’s menstrual cycle. It can bring on delayed menstruation and in the past was used to induce abortions. Pregnant and breast-feeding women are advised to avoid the herb because of this potential risk. Mugwort can cause allergic reactions leading to sneezing and sinus-related symptoms, and it can cause contact dermatitis, or rashes, in some people. Always thoroughly research any new herb you are thinking of using, and if taking prescribed drugs, talk to your health provider first.

In European and American herbal practices, mugwort is used to treat stomach and intestinal problems such as:

• colic
• Flatulence
• diarrhoea
• constipation.

It’s also used to ease:

• headaches
• nosebleeds
• chills
• fever
• nerve problems
• and insomnia

Some who use it also claim that it has antibacterial and antifungal properties, but these claims remain unstudied.

In Europe, mugwort was used to flavour beer before hops were cultivated. It’s also used as a flavouring for fish and meats, including the traditional German Christmas goose. Mugwort is also used as a flavouring in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese dishes. In Japan, it’s used in desserts and in several types of rice cakes, and in Korea, it’s an ingredient in pancakes, soups, and salads.

Mugwort can be made into a tea by adding 1.5 teaspoons of mugwort leaves to a cup of boiling water (in a French press or tea infuser), steeping for 10 minutes then straining off the leaves and serving. If liked, add a slice of lemon and a teaspoon of honey. The roots of mugwort are used to make a tonic said to boost energy. In ancient cultures, mugwort was smoked to promote vivid dreams. This is because mugwort is said to produce mild psychotropic effects during wakefulness. A psychotropic effect can be induced by a substance that impacts the mental state of a person. A lotion made of mugwort is sometimes applied to the skin for alleviating itching, caused by scars or burns.

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