Artemisia is a medicinal plant, popularly known as field chamomile, fireweed, queen of herbs, which is traditionally used by women, to treat problems of urogenital pathways, such as urinary tract infections and to calm anxiety. .
Artemis side effects include vasodilation, seizures, allergic reactions and can cause a miscarriage, so they should not be used during pregnancy and lactation.
- Artemisia has different species of plants and each has its own characteristics.
- Benefits and contraindications.
- The most commonly used species is Artemisia vulgaris.
- Known only to Artemisia in Brazil.
Although this plant is traditionally used as analgesic, antispasmodic, anticonvulsant, for the treatment of dyspepsia, epilepsy, rheumatic pains, fevers, anemias, out of control, colic and to expel intestinal parasites, only the following benefits are scientifically proven:
Artemisia vulgaris tea should be prepared as follows
Ingredients
Preparation mode
Place 2 tablespoons of leaves in 1 liter of boiling water and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain and drink 2 to 3 cups a day.
Preferably, Artemisia should be consumed by medical indication or by the herbalist, as it has several types and has some contraindications.
Artemisia can be purchased from garden supply stores, street markets and the botanical garden. The leaves to consume in the form of tea or spices are found in supermarkets and health food stores, but every time you buy this plant to use as tea, you should check its scientific name on the product packaging.
Artemisia should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to the plant, pregnant or lactating women.
If swallowed in excess of the recommended amount, it can cause central nervous system arousal, vasodilation, seizures, allergic reactions, liver and kidney problems, and mental and psychological problems.