Worm Wood is used with various health concerns so you can use and get following benefits and advantages of Worm Wood.

Health Benefits of Wormwood lies in the collection of terminal ends and leaves of its flowers for medicinal uses (and consumption), happening between July to September.  Apart from this, its fresh shoots are patterned to repel mice (moths and fleas) insects, while an infusion of the herb keeps snails off the fields (its elements are strongly insecticidal Sesquiterpene Lactones).

• Effective in Loss of appetite.
• Cures Indigestion.
• Management of Gallbladder disorders.
• Heals Wounds.
• Works well in Insect bites.
• Acts against Worm infestations.
• Bridges low sexual desire.
• Effective in spasms.
• Used for increasing sweating.
• A very good digestive tonic.
• Controls inflammatory condition.

 

Side-effect Of Worm Wood

Side effects of Wormwood if consumed in moderate quantities normally found in beverages & food including vermouth and bitters is not serious, as long as these products are Thujone-Free.  Wormwood containing ‘Thujone’ is not safe when it is consumed in huge quantities or over an extended periods of time.  ‘Thujone’  could cause muscle breakdown (Rhabdomyolysis), seizures, restlessness, kidney failure, nightmares, difficulty sleeping, stomach cramps, vomiting, tremors, dizziness, thirst, urine retention, paralysis, numbness of arms and legs and even death.

 

Not adequate is known to ascertain the safety of using wormwood topically.  During breast-feeding & pregnancy, Wormwood is not safe if taken orally in higher than food quantities.  It’s better to steer clear of topical wormwood, as not sufficient is known of the safety of applying wormwood to skin.  If you are breast-feeding, never use wormwood unless more is known of its safety.