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Source of validity: Traditional
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Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a history of traditional use among Indigenous peoples of North America and in various folk medicine systems. It has been used to address a range of women’s health concerns, including menstrual irregularities and discomforts that could be associated with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Specifically, some traditional herbalists refer to using mugwort to ease symptoms such as bloating and breast tenderness—features of what is sometimes classified as PMS Type H (Hyperhydration). The rationale is based on mugwort’s reputed action as a mild diuretic and its general use as an emmenagogue (an herb that stimulates menstrual flow or regulates menstruation).

However, scientific evidence is minimal for its efficacy in treating PMS Type H symptoms. Published clinical trials or pharmacological studies specifically evaluating Western Mugwort for PMS or for breast tenderness and water retention are lacking. Most support for its use comes from ethnobotanical sources and anecdotal reports rather than controlled research. Therefore, while there is a foundation for its use in tradition, the strength of evidence supporting its effectiveness for PMS Type H is weak.

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