In folk medicine, the leaves, stems, and blossoms of mugwort, are used to make extracts, tinctures, teas, tonics, and essential oils, as well as topical remedies in the form of salves and lotions.

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Hyssop’s essential oil traditionally has been used as an expectorant for upper respiratory infections, throat irritation, and the symptoms of the common cold.

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