Can Artemisia selengensis relieve dysmenorrhea?
Aug 19, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, Artemisia selengensis (commonly known as "luhao") cannot directly relieve dysmenorrhea, but when consumed in moderation as a regular vegetable, it may have a certain auxiliary effect on maintaining overall physical condition. When consuming luhao, it is important to note that excessive intake may lead to bloating due to its high dietary fiber content. It is recommended to use light cooking methods such as stir-frying or blanching, and avoid adding excessive spicy or irritating seasonings. In daily life, maintaining a balanced diet is also essential.
Generally speaking, Artemisia selengensis cannot directly alleviate dysmenorrhea, but as a common vegetable, moderate consumption can play a supportive role in maintaining overall physical condition. The detailed analysis is as follows:
Artemisia selengensis is a common herbaceous vegetable containing dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, and various minerals. Among these, dietary fiber promotes intestinal peristalsis and helps maintain stable digestive function during menstruation; B-complex vitamins participate in the body's energy metabolism, providing basic nutritional support during the menstrual period. However, from a mechanistic perspective, Artemisia selengensis does not contain components that can directly regulate uterine contractions, improve blood circulation, or inhibit pain, and therefore cannot specifically relieve discomfort caused by dysmenorrhea, such as abdominal distension and cramping pain.
When consuming Artemisia selengensis, it should be noted that excessive intake may lead to bloating due to its high dietary fiber content. It is recommended to use light cooking methods such as stir-frying or blanching, and avoid adding excessive spicy or irritating seasonings. In daily life, maintaining a balanced diet and regular作息 (作息 refers to rest and activity patterns) is more helpful in reducing physical discomfort during menstruation.
