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Source of validity: Traditional
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Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia and Europe, for a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, menstrual disorders, and as a general tonic. Its use for chest pain, however, is more limited and primarily based on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practices rather than robust clinical evidence. In TCM, mugwort (known as "Ai Ye") is sometimes included in herbal formulations intended to "move qi" and "dispel cold," which practitioners may associate with alleviating certain types of chest discomfort or pain thought to be due to qi stagnation or cold invasion.

Despite its historical context, there is little to no scientific evidence from modern clinical studies supporting the efficacy of mugwort specifically for chest pain, whether cardiac or non-cardiac in origin. Most available research focuses on its effects in other areas, such as menstrual regulation or as an anti-inflammatory agent. Therefore, while mugwort's use for chest pain has some basis in traditional herbal practices, particularly within TCM, it is not supported by scientific validation, and the overall quality of evidence is very low. Individuals experiencing chest pain should seek medical evaluation to rule out serious conditions rather than relying on herbal remedies like mugwort.

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