Evidence supporting the use of: Western Mugwort
For the health condition: Hot Flashes

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a history of traditional use by various Indigenous peoples of North America for a variety of ailments, including those related to women's health. However, the specific use of Western Mugwort to support or treat hot flashes (vasomotor symptoms of menopause) is primarily rooted in traditional herbal medicine rather than scientific validation. Historical records and ethnobotanical surveys indicate that some Native American groups used mugwort for female reproductive complaints, including as a tea for menstrual regulation and discomfort. Nonetheless, direct references to its use specifically for hot flashes are limited and often anecdotal.

Scientifically, there is a paucity of clinical research evaluating the efficacy of Western Mugwort for managing hot flashes. Most studies and reviews on herbal treatments for menopausal symptoms focus on other botanicals, such as black cohosh or soy isoflavones. The evidence supporting Western Mugwort for this indication is therefore minimal and not based on robust clinical trials. The plant does contain compounds such as flavonoids and essential oils, which have general bioactivity, but there is no direct evidence linking these constituents to relief from hot flashes.

In summary, the use of Western Mugwort for hot flashes is justified mainly by traditional herbal practices, with very limited and indirect evidence supporting its efficacy for this specific condition.

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