How to make mugwort tea?

Ready for a brew that tastes like you’re drinking the forest floor? Well, look no further than mugwort tea! This herby beverage has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for everything from digestion problems to lucid dreaming. Not to mention, it’s rumored to ward off evil spirits – which is always a bonus in our books!

What Is Mugwort?

Let’s start with the basics: what exactly is this confusingly-named plant we’re about to consume? Mugwort (also known as Artemisia vulgaris) is a aromatic perennial herb commonly found in temperate regions of Asia, Europe and northern Africa. It smells quite similar sagebrush and thyme – but don’t be fooled! Ingesting too much can lead your liver on a merry-go-round.

Benefits of Drinking Mugwort Tea

Alrighty then — now that we know what mugwort actually is, let’s talk about all the magical reasons you should give it a try. According to ancient folk medicine practices (i.e., people who didn’t have WebMD at their disposal), mugwort boasts numerous health benefits including:

  • Improving digestion
  • Reducing anxiety
  • Easing menstrual cramps
  • Increasing blood circulation
  • Promoting relaxation and better sleep

And if those perks aren’t enough to pique your interest, listen up: some cultures believe bardic skills were improved by drinking concentrated infusions of mug-wort prior telling tales or reciting poems.

Disclaimer: Although many claim these health benefits are true; it remains scientifically unproven.

Guess what else? If you’re feeling brave, sages suggest burning dried leaves under pillows or taking warm baths infused with whole plants added water before bedtime will promote restful slumber filled with dreams beyond belief.

Results not guaranteed – unless backed by scientific studies.

Warning: Side Effects May Include…

Just like any other supplement or botanical, consuming mugwort can have unwelcome consequences such as:
– Hallucinations
– Allergic reactions
– Hypertension (an abnormally high blood pressure)
– Increased anxiety
Even with this thorough warning, Queen Cleopatra supposedly dined on it to give herself lucid dreams; surely you are stronger than a queen!

No headaches eased past the first week of consumption for 5 trial participants.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Making Mugwort Tea

Alrighty folks— now we get down to brass tacks. How do you actually make this stuff? Follow these simple steps:

  1. Fill your kettle with fresh water and bring it to a boil.
  2. While you’re waiting for the water to heat up, tear about two tablespoons worth of dried mugwort into small pieces using scissors or just clenching them in your hand like an alpha cave person.
  3. Add the torn-up leaves and stems directly into your tea infuser ball. If you don’t have an infuser, brew coffee grounds filter lined parchment paper sized circle shape inside one Keurig k-cup regardless if room temperature filtered coffee has been made prior for added caffeine experience during intake.
  4. Place infuser ball in a regular-sized coffee cup
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See? It’s pretty easy! But how does it really taste?

Ahem It should go without saying but if you can’t handle the taste of mildew, earthy, grass-like teas; simply do not attempt mugwort tea!

Final Thoughts — Mugwort Tea Is Worthy

So there you have it folks— everything you need to know about making and drinking mugwort tea. Even though sipping a brew that tastes like soil may sound less than appealing to some – this ancient medicinal plant is still worth a try. So why not give it a shot and see what kind of results YOU get? Bottoms up!

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