Wormwood

1oz bag

Potential Benefits of Wormwood

• • Digestive Support: Wormwood is a classic bitter herb that stimulates the production of digestive juices, bile, and gastric secretions, which can improve digestion and alleviate symptoms like bloating, gas, and indigestion. It is also used to increase appetite.

• Anti-inflammatory Effects: The herb contains anti-inflammatory compounds, such as flavonoids and azulene, that may help reduce pain and swelling associated with conditions like osteoarthritis and Crohn's disease. Some human studies have shown that wormwood supplementation can help manage Crohn's symptoms and potentially reduce the need for steroid medications.

• Antimicrobial and Antiparasitic Properties: The name "wormwood" comes from its historical use in expelling intestinal worms and parasites. Modern lab studies have confirmed its antimicrobial and antifungal activity against various pathogens, including E. coli, Salmonella, and Candida albicans.

• Antioxidant Support:Wormwood is rich in antioxidants like phenolic acids and flavonoids, which help protect the body's cells from damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress.

• Liver Health: By stimulating bile flow, wormwood traditionally supports liver and gallbladder function and may have a protective effect on liver tissue.

• Potential Brain and Mood Support: wormwood may have neuroprotective and antidepressant-like effects by reducing oxidative stress in the nervous system and potentially increasing serotonin levels

Ritual Use:

Wormwood's spiritual meaning is deeply tied to

protection, purification, and psychic enhancement, stemming from its bitter taste and potent energy, used in folklore for warding off evil, cleansing spaces, aiding divination, promoting lucid dreams, and connecting with ancestors, though it carries a warning for careful, mindful use due to its powerful nature