Artemisia absinthium

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-011235",
  "term": "Artemisia absinthium",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "An herbal remedy containing the leaves and/or flowering tops of a species of wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) with potential anticachexia activity. Upon oral consumption, Artemisia absinthium may decrease production of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-alpha. As increased levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines is correlated with decreased appetite and weight loss, Artemisia absinthium may increase appetite and improve weight gain.",
  "references": [
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/artemisia-absinthium/"
}