Can pregnant women use wormwood? What are the side effects of wormwood?

1. Can pregnant women use it?

Mugwort has the effect of stabilizing the fetus and is usually used for pregnant women. However, due to different physical conditions, it is best to follow the doctor's advice on whether to use it. Generally speaking, it is more suitable for women with cold body. For those with hot constitution, there may be some side effects after taking it, so it needs to be used with caution.

2. Side Effects

Mugwort can be used as medicine. As the saying goes, "All medicines are poisonous to the point of poison." Although it is not toxic in itself, long-term use may also cause some side effects. It is helpful for people with a cold constitution, but not good for people with a hot constitution. Long-term use can cause inflammation, oral ulcers, sore throat and other symptoms. In addition, it also contains volatile oils, which are the source of the plant's fragrance. Excessive use of this scent can have a suppressive effect on the nerves.

3. Applicable people

1. Women with cold body: It is especially good for women with cold uterus, dysmenorrhea or cold hands and feet. It can effectively relieve these symptoms and improve their physical condition.

2. People with puffiness: Mugwort can enhance blood circulation and aid digestion, thus achieving the effect of weight loss. Especially for people with puffiness, it can improve symptoms such as sore limbs and thick and greasy tongue coating.

3. Patients with colds: Mugwort also has a therapeutic effect on colds, rheumatoid arthritis, bronchitis and other diseases. It can relieve cough and expectoration, and can also relieve other symptoms.