9Artemesia Herb

Artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) – The Herb Used in Traditional Systems to Support Normal Blood Circulation and Menstruation ManagementArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu), also known as "Diverse Wormwood Herb" or "Anomalous Artemisia," is the traditional Chinese name for the dried whole plant of Artemisia anomala, a bitter, warm herb from the artemisia family that has been part of traditional Chinese herbal systems for over 2000 years. This warm, bitter herb is particularly known for its ability to resolve normal blood stasis, promote normal menstruation, relieve normal pain, transform normal food stagnation and support normal wound healing – making it an ideal choice for people with a tendency toward normal menstrual problems, normal dysmenorrhea, normal blood stasis pain and normal traumatic injuries.Traditional Understanding in TCM SystemsWithin traditional Chinese medicine, artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is described as a warm, bitter herb with acrid and blood-moving character. In the TCM theoretical framework, it acts on the so‑called Heart, Liver and Spleen meridians. According to this traditional description, artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) specializes in normal "blood stasis elimination," helps "unblock normal menstruation," "relieves normal pain" and "transforms normal food stagnation" – crucial TCM concepts for normal menstrual health and normal pain relief.Artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is seen in TCM as a classical "blood stasis eliminator and pain reliever" – one of the most important herbs for normal menstruation-related problems. It is traditionally used to promote normal menstrual health, support normal menstrual comfort, ease normal dysmenorrhea, support normal traumatic wound healing and regulate normal food stagnation.Special Property: Warm and Directly Blood-MovingArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) distinguishes itself by its warm nature and very direct "blood-moving" effect. This character means it effectively addresses normal blood stasis patterns without vigorous stimulation.Botanical Composition and ResearchArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) contains over 80 bioactive compounds, of which the main ones are:Artemisia ketone (characteristic component)Essential oils (1,8-cineole, α-thujone)Flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol, luteoline)Polyphenols and tanninsCoumarinsPolysaccharidesModern scientific research shows that artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) components can offer benefits:Normal blood circulation support: Studies show that certain components can normalize normal blood viscosity and support normal vessel function.Normal menstruation regulation: Research suggests that certain components can support normal menstrual rhythms.Normal pain relief: Flavonoids can support normal pain relief, especially in menstrual context.Anti-inflammatory action: Flavonoids and polyphenols can help maintain normal inflammation balance.Antioxidant activity: Polyphenols possess strong free-radical-fighting action.Normal food stagnation transformation: Essential oils can support normal digestive movement.Normal wound healing: Traditionally used for external application on wounds and traumatic injuries.Traditional Applications – TCM ContextIn traditional TCM formulas, artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is classically used in situations described as:Dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) with blood stasis characterAmenorrhea (absent menstruation) or irregular menstruationNormal menstrual bleeding problemsNormal abdominal pain related to menstruationNormal pain after delivery or miscarriageNormal traumatic injuries or bruisingNormal food stagnation painNormal blood stasis pain in generalNormal fractures or sprains with blood stasis characterNormal burns or wounds (external application)These are traditionalist descriptions that form part of the TCM thinking system and must not be equated with medical diagnoses in the sense of European medicinal product law.Warm and Blood-Moving CharacterArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is traditionally seen as a "warm" and "blood-moving" herb – which effectively addresses normal blood stasis patterns and supports normal menstruation. This makes it particularly suitable for people with a tendency toward normal menstrual problems.Classical Formulas: Blood Stasis-Eliminating FormulasArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is traditionally used in various blood stasis formulas, complementing classical blood-eliminating formulas.Preparation and DosageArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is traditionally:Built into formulasTraditional dosage: 3–9g per formulaExternal application as powder on woundsCAUTION: NOT FOR PREGNANCY AND EXCESSIVE MENSTRUATIONArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) must NOT be used by:Pregnant women (can be menstruation-stimulating)Individuals with excessive menstrual bleedingIndividuals on certain blood thinners without professional guidanceSeasonality and Daily UseArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is traditionally not recommended for long-term daily use, but ALWAYS as part of professional TCM formulas in specific contexts.Well-being and Daily UseArtemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is valued by modern users as part of professional TCM formulas for normal menstrual health, normal pain relief and normal traumatic healing. This herb is NOT suitable for independent daily use without professional guidance.Many users see artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) as part of professional TCM formulas for menstrual health – as a warm, blood-moving element for normal health, ALWAYS under the guidance of a qualified TCM doctor.Very Safe Profile (In Professional Formulas)Artemesia-herb (Liu-ji-nu) is known as one of the safest blood eliminators in TCM. It has minimal toxicity and is widely used in professional TCM for adults.CAUTIOUS NOTE FOR THE CONSUMERThis product is a dietary supplement for professional TCM use. TCM terms such as Blood Stasis Elimination, Menstruation Promotion are system concepts that form part of a traditional thinking system and must not be directly equated with anatomical structures or disease explanations in modern medicine.If you have persistent menstrual problems, severe dysmenorrhea or normal pain problems, you should always consult a qualified TCM doctor or medical expert BEFORE using this herb in formulas.CAUTION: Not for independent long-term use – professional supervision recommended.