Can This Herb Inhibit Viral Activity?

This simple herb is a powerful treatment against malaria and has been used for nearly 30 years. Researchers now find it may help inhibit the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Extracts from Artemisia annua have shown antiviral activity against SARS-CoV-2 in lab studies and are now in human clinical trials testing against COVID-19

• Extracts from Artemisia have been studied as treatment for HIV infections, obesity, pollen allergies, glucose intolerance and the treatment of some cancers; it has been a treatment fo…