Evidence supporting the use of: Western Mugwort
For the health condition: PMS Type A

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes and in Western herbalism. It has been used for a variety of women's health issues, including menstrual irregularities and symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The traditional rationale for its use in PMS Type A (characterized by symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, and mood swings often linked to estrogen excess or progesterone deficiency) is based on anecdotal evidence and folkloric practices. Mugwort is believed to have mild sedative and nervine properties, as well as potential effects on hormone regulation, although these claims have not been strongly substantiated by modern research.

Scientifically, there is limited to no high-quality clinical evidence specifically supporting the use of Western Mugwort for PMS Type A. Most available information derives from ethnobotanical records and traditional herbal texts rather than controlled studies. A few laboratory studies suggest that Artemisia species may have anti-inflammatory and mild estrogenic effects, but these findings are preliminary and have not been directly linked to PMS relief in humans.

In summary, the use of Western Mugwort for PMS Type A is primarily justified by traditional use, with current evidence rated as low (2/5) due to the absence of robust scientific validation.

More about Western Mugwort
More about PMS Type A

Products containing Western Mugwort

We currently have no products on Vitabase that contain this ingredient.