Wormwood has long been used as a powerful tool to fight worm (notably pinworm and roundworm) and other parasitic infestations in humans and animals.

Used as a bitter, Wormwood promotes secretions of the gallbladder and liver and is an old and good remedy for bilious and liver troubles and jaundice.

Because Wormwood increases stomach acidity, it aids in the whole digestive process, particularly when there is a deficiency of gastric juice. It has been used to help alleviate gastritis, stomachache, and bloating.

Wormwood has long been used medicinally as a mild sedative. Well known for its commercial use in the preparation of liquors, notably absinthe and vermouth, this bitterest of herbs includes a narcotic analgesic that affects the portion of the brain dealing with pain. If not used habitually, the herb's absinthum content has been known to stimulate the cerebral hemispheres and act as a direct stimulant on the cortex cerebri, aiding in the relief of nervous diseases and soothing nervous temperament.

Traditional herbalists have claimed that Wormwood has been known to counteract infection and to reduce intermittent fevers.

Wormwood has been called an effective emmenagogue, an agent that regulates irregular menstrual cycles.

Applied topically, the oil extracted from Wormwood is used as a liniment to relieve pain and sore muscles. It is useful for healing wounds, skin ulcers, blemishes, and insect bites.

Wormwood may also be used as an insect repellent when sprayed on organic gardens or when prepared as a sachet to keep moths from clothing.

Contraindications: Wormwood should not be used by nursing mothers nor taken during pregnancy, as it can cause spontaneous abortion. Wormwood should not be taken in large doses, and it may become habit forming with long-term use. Prolonged use may cause nausea, vertigo, and insomnia.

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