Introduction: There are many kinds of plants in the countryside, but wormwood is undoubtedly one of the most valuable. Wormwood has penetrated into the traditional culture of our country and is widely used in exorcism and poisoning, edible, medicinal and tea making. This article will focus on the four major functions of wormwood and show its wide range of applications.
Since ancient times, wormwood has been regarded as a plant that can repel ** and poisonous gases. Every year during the Dragon Boat Festival, farmers will pick wormwood and insert it on the door to drive away the five poisons. The strong fragrance of wormwood can help the human body detoxify and play a certain protective role when there is a lot of rain, hot weather, and the five poisons are rampant.
Extended reading: Wormwood also has the effect of warding off evil spirits in traditional Chinese medicine. According to the records of "Qunfang Spectrum", wormwood can clear the ** qi in the human body and help maintain the balance of yin and yang in the human body. In addition, wormwood can also be used to make mugwort incense, which is used to purify the air and repel bad odors in the room.
The young leaves of wormwood can be eaten as a wild vegetable. The fresh mugwort leaves are washed and fried, and the taste is delicious. As early as the Ming Dynasty, the "Materia Medica" recorded the edible method of wormwood: "Wormwood is born in the field and can relieve hunger." After picking mugwort leaves, they are cooked, washed with water to remove the bitterness, and seasoned with an appropriate amount of oil and salt. In addition, wormwood can also be used with flour to make Qingtuan, cakes, dumplings and other foods.
Extended reading: Wormwood is rich in vitamins and minerals, which have antioxidant and immune-boosting effects. Studies have also found that wormwood contains a substance called mugwort, which has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antitumor effects. Therefore, regular consumption of wormwood can promote good health.
Wormwood has a long history as a Chinese medicinal material. In the book "Mencius", there is a description of "seven years of disease, seek three years of wormwood", which explains the efficacy of wormwood in ** disease. In the countryside, if someone is injured and bleeding during farm work, farmers who are familiar with the properties of mugwort will pick a few mugwort leaves and mash them to stop the bleeding. In addition, wormwood also has the functions of warming menstruation and dissipating cold, dispelling dampness and itching, and sterilizing and anti-inflammatory. Many farmers like to soak their feet in wormwood before going to bed at night to dispel cold and dampness.
Extended reading: Modern medical research has found that wormwood contains volatile oils, flavonoids, and a variety of minerals, which have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor effects. Wormwood can also be used for a variety of diseases such as *** diseases, digestive diseases, and respiratory diseases.
In addition to being used for foot soaking and moxibustion, wormwood can also be used to make wormwood tea. Mugwort tea is made from freshly sprouted buds of mugwort harvested. Mugwort tea not only has a strong aroma, but also has no bitter taste, and retains the medicinal properties of wormwood. Mugwort tea helps to warm the meridians and dispel cold, especially suitable for people with cold constitution. Farmers can try wormwood tea and enjoy the health benefits it brings.
Extended reading: Wormwood tea has the effect of nourishing qi and blood, eliminating fatigue and improving sleep quality. Wormwood tea is also believed to help improve issues such as menstrual irregularities, menstrual pain, and menopausal discomfort in women. However, due to the medicinal properties of wormwood tea, it is best to consult a doctor or herbalist before consuming it.
Summary: As a traditional plant, wormwood has a wide range of application value in rural areas. It can repel ** and poisonous gas, can be eaten as an ingredient, can also be used as a medicine ** disease, and can be used to make wormwood tea to enjoy its health benefits. The value of wormwood in rural areas is very high, and we should better play its role and combine it with traditional culture to make the value of wormwood more recognized and applied.