Wormwood Extract
The Original Antiparasitic & Gut Reset
CA$30.00
Herbal Highlights & Research
Wormwood Extract (Artemisia absinthium, herba)
• Antiparasitic power – In animal studies, wormwood extracts showed strong anthelmintic (parasite-fighting) activity, performing nearly as well as praziquantel, a leading pharmaceutical de-wormer. This makes wormwood a traditional and modern option for addressing intestinal worms.
https://applications.emro.who.int/imemrf/Iran_J_Vet_Med/Iran_J_Vet_Med_2012_6_1_47_50.pdf
• Gut microbiome support – Research suggests wormwood can help suppress harmful bacteria while allowing beneficial gut flora to thrive. This balancing effect may help calm digestive upset linked to microbial imbalance.
https://www.diagnostechs.com/2023/01/24/botanicals-to-support-a-healthy-gut-microbiome/
• Antimicrobial & antifungal – Laboratory testing shows wormwood has broad antimicrobial effects, including notable activity against Candida species. This supports its use in cases of yeast or fungal overgrowth.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PMC8324356/
• Digestive stimulation – As a classic “bitter” herb, wormwood encourages the stomach and liver to release gastric juices and bile. This improves nutrient absorption, supports liver function, and helps ease sluggish digestion.
https://www.thepharmajournal.com/archives/2017/vol6issue8/PartC/6-7-100-515.pdf
https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/9/9/1063
• Traditional use: In European folk medicine, wormwood was prized as a vermifuge (parasite expeller) and bitter tonic. It was often steeped in wines and liqueurs such as absinthe and vermouth, taken both for parasite protection and to aid digestion.
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) has earned its reputation as one of the most powerful antiparasitic herbs. For centuries it’s been used to expel worms at every stage — from egg to adult — while also stimulating bile flow, sharpening digestion, and helping restore balance to the gut microbiome. Its intensely bitter nature creates conditions that discourage parasites, fungi, and harmful bacteria, while supporting beneficial flora.
Because of its intensity, wormwood isn’t meant for daily or indefinite use. Instead, it shines in short-term protocols: parasite cleanses, seasonal detoxes, or as a gut reset after antibiotics. Antibiotics often clear out both the harmful bacteria and the good ones we rely on for digestion and immune strength. Wormwood steps in to help keep unwanted microbes from taking over while the body works to rebuild healthy flora, making it a valuable tool for recovery after antibiotic use.
Modern studies confirm its traditional role, showing wormwood’s ability to suppress harmful microbes, encourage beneficial Bifidobacterium, and support overall digestive resilience.
Wormwood is also the natural source of artemisinin — the compound that inspired Nobel Prize–winning malaria treatments and is still being studied for antimicrobial and anticancer potential. It’s a reminder of how traditional herbs can continue to shape modern medicine.
For me, wormwood is a tool — strong, specific, and best used with care. When used at the right time and in the right way, it can help reset digestion, discourage unwanted microbes, and bring the gut back into balance.
How to Use
• Parasite & Gut Cleanse: Take 10–20 drops in water or tea, up to 3× daily before meals.
• Post-Antibiotic Support: Take 10–15 drops in water or tea, 1–2× daily for 1–2 weeks after finishing antibiotics, to discourage harmful overgrowth and support microbiome balance.
• Seasonal Detox: Commonly taken for 2–4 weeks in spring or fall to stimulate digestion and reset the gut.
• Important: Always cycle use. After 2–4 weeks, take at least a 2-week break before starting again.
Ingredients
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), Alcohol (40%).
Safety Note
Best suited for short-term use in adults. Take for up to 2–4 weeks at a time, then pause for at least 2 weeks before repeating. Not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children or for those with seizure conditions. Stick to suggested amounts, and check with your healthcare provider if you’re taking other medications.
See Disclaimer / Terms and Conditions for shelf life guidelines.