5. Insomnia
For many centuries people have used mugwort as a sleeping aid. The fact that it is a mild hallucinogenic that is still smoked in many places may give the impression that it can be used as a recreational drug to induce sleepiness.
Whilst it is probable that some people do use mugwort in this way, this isn’t what is being highlighted here. Serious cases of insomnia can have devastating effects on people’s lives, wreaking havoc with their body clock and the day-to-day function of their lives. Using mugwort as a dietary supplement or as an added oil to a carrier oil can aid sleep significantly.
The study of insomniacs found that their sleep was improved dramatically following two weeks of daily doses of mugwort. Whether or not the subjects continued to use mugwort to fight insomnia can’t be confirmed, but if you or someone you know is struggling to get to sleep at night, it might be worth giving mugwort a go.