Bugleweed (Lycopus americanus) is a perennial herb native to the temperate regions and wet soil of the Northern hemisphere including Europe, Asia and North America. Bugleweed sports some common characteristics of its mint family like square stems and hairy, serrated leaves, but is a bit more bitter and less aromatic than some other mints. Bugleweed has a long history of use as a food and herb by North American indigenous communities. Bugleweed is often recommended by western herbalists to support a healthy, balanced thyroid, as a cardiac tonic, and to help keep the respiratory system calm and relaxed through occasional bouts of cough and cold. Bugleweed may be prepared as tea, but to preserve more of its complete chemical profile, it may be best prepared as a tincture. Safety Precautions: Not for use during pregnancy or lactation. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially in cases of cardiovascular disease, hypothyroidism, thyroid enlargement, or on thyroid medications.
