Simonsohn:Artemisia annua - medicinal plant

The new star among natural remedies. Before the Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to Chinese pharmacologist Tu Youyou in 2015, probably only a few had ever heard of Artemisia annua - the annual mugwort. This medicinal plant has been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as an effective treatment for malaria and other serious diseases. Recent studies even suggest that this crown jewel from the TCM treasury shows promising effects against diabetes, cancer, and HIV infection. In addition to the active ingredient artemisinin, the wonder plant contains over 600 health-relevant compounds that have antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-stimulating properties and are nearly free of side effects. The high ORAC value, which describes the plant's antioxidant potential, is also impressive: its ability to neutralize free radicals protects against degenerative diseases such as rheumatism or osteoarthritis. Artemisia annua can also help with allergies, Lyme disease, inflammation, as well as against parasites and fungal infections, in addition to its effects on diabetes and cancer. The annual mugwort is taken both preventively to strengthen the immune system and for self-treatment in the form of tea, powder, or capsules. The audiobook introduces this amazing medicinal plant and includes, among other things: - Interesting facts about growth, occurrence, and history - Comprehensive information on ingredients, areas of application, and current research findings - Practical tips for home cultivation as well as recipes using Artemisia products. The bestselling medicinal plant guide is now available as an audiobook. Narrator: Matthias Lühn.