Artemisa Annua Extract Powder

How to Use

Stir 250 mg powder into warm water or citrus juice as a daily immune-support shot.

Blend 200 – 300 mg per capsule in antimicrobial or liver-detox stacks.

Add 0.2 % to herbal mouth-sprays or bitters to lend a crisp, aromatic bitterness.

Key Benefits

Concentrated artemisinin and flavonoids help modulate inflammatory pathways while providing broad antioxidant protection.

Traditional use and emerging studies indicate support for healthy microbial balance and immune vigilance without relying on caffeine.

Mild bitter taste stimulates digestive secretions, making it a clean-label flavour enhancer for tonic drinks and aperitif formulas.

Q: How does Artemisia annua extract compare with pure artemisinin for product performance?

A: While isolated artemisinin delivers high potency against specific pathogens, a full-spectrum 10 : 1 extract includes sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids and phenolic acids that widen its antioxidant and immune-support scope. These cofactors improve bioavailability, buffer artemisinin’s sharp bitterness and provide a gentler sensory profile. Formulators therefore gain broader label claims, lower regulatory scrutiny and a more balanced flavour by using the whole-herb extract rather than a single active compound.

Q: What serving size yields perceptible benefits without exceeding safety limits?

A: Finished products typically deliver 150 – 300 mg extract per serving, equivalent to about 1.5 – 3 g raw herb. This provides roughly 1.5 – 6 mg artemisinin, comfortably below the 0.2 mg kg⁻¹ day⁻¹ long-term exposure level proposed by WHO yet sufficient to support immune tone and digestive comfort. Always verify regional limits and adjust for body-weight-specific products such as children’s syrups to maintain compliance.

Q: Can Artemisia extract be paired with vitamin C or zinc in immune formulations?

A: Absolutely. Combining 250 mg Artemisia extract with 200 mg buffered vitamin C and 10 mg zinc gluconate creates a synergistic blend: polyphenols recycle vitamin C radicals, artemisinin supports microbial balance and zinc strengthens barrier integrity. Pilot data show superior antioxidant scores over single-nutrient products, yet formulators should run accelerated stability trials to confirm artemisinin retention alongside ascorbate and prevent unwanted pH-driven degradation.

Q: Is the extract heat-stable enough for functional gummies or lozenges?

A: Artemisinin degrades slowly below 90 °C, and most flavonoids tolerate brief heating. By adding the powder during the cooling phase at 80 °C or less, developers retain over 85 % artemisinin after 30 minutes. This allows stable inclusion in pectin gummies or isomalt lozenges, yielding uniform colour, pleasant herbal notes and no post-fill sediment, even after six-month ambient storage.

Q: Does Artemisia extract interact with common pharmaceuticals?

A: High-dose Artemisia preparations can induce cytochrome P450 3A4, potentially lowering plasma concentrations of certain antiretrovirals and oral contraceptives. At the 150 – 300 mg dosage typical for dietary supplements, this effect is mild but still warrants a caution advising users on prescription medications to consult healthcare professionals before use. Manufacturers should avoid making drug-replacement claims and instead position the extract as a complementary botanical.

Q: How should Artemisia annua extract be declared on US and EU labels?

A: In the US, list “Artemisia annua leaf & flower extract (10 : 1)” in the Supplement Facts panel, specifying plant part and extraction ratio. Under EU Regulation 1169/2011, declare “Artemisia annua extract” in the ingredients list and state the country of origin. Include batch number, best-before date, storage instructions and extraction ratio to satisfy GMP record-keeping, and obtain legal review to substantiate any structure-function claims.