Wormwood can be used for loss of appetite and digestive problems, dysfunction of the bile ducts (biliary dyskinesia) and inflammation of the gastric mucosa. It serves to stimulate appetite, aids digestion, and in the process relieves discomfort such as flatulence, bloating, or mild cramps of the gastrointestinal tract. Traditionally, it is also used for external application for skin conditions.
Folk medicine use of wormwood
Wormwood has long been used in folk medicine to stimulate appetite and relieve digestive problems. Traditionally, but not scientifically proven, wormwood is also used for anemia, menstrual cramps, eczema-like diseases, insect bites and external poorly healing wounds.
Application in homeopathy
In homeopathy, wormwood herb is used from mother tincture to the potencies D12 or C1 to C6. It is used to treat states of agitation, gastritis and cramp disorders.
Ingredients of wormwood
Wormwood herb contains with a proportion of 0.2-1.5% essential oil and 0.15-0.4% bitter substances.
Wormwood: indication
Wormwood may find application in the following cases:
- Loss of appetite
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Feeling of fullness
- Stomach cramps
- Cramps
- Inflammation of the gastric mucosa
