What role does Artemisia annua naphthalene play?

Artemisia annua naphthalene, also known as Artemisia argyi and wormwood, has the following functions:

1, mosquito repellent

There is a smell of fear in wormwood. Applying some wormwood water in summer can repel mosquitoes and effectively avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

2, used for moxibustion

Moxibustion sticks and moxa sticks made of Folium Artemisiae Argyi stimulate human acupoints or specific parts, and regulate the physiological and biochemical functions of human disorders by stimulating menstrual activities, thus achieving the purpose of preventing and treating diseases.

Step 3: Eat

Wormwood is a traditional food in the south, which is very popular as a raw material, and some people eat it directly as a vegetable.

4. Medicinal use

Bathing or soaking feet with wormwood can improve human immunity, especially for colds and colds. As a Chinese herbal medicine, it also has the functions of dredging meridians, relieving joint pain, reducing swelling and stopping bleeding.

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