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Moxa/Moxibustion and why do LAc's use it?  Moxa is a highly
effective herb burned during many acupuncture treatments, why?  
Moxa is used in various forms by acupuncturists around the
world. This ancient art using moxa (also known as mugwort or
Artemisa Vulgaris/Artemisia Leaf) is called the “doctor's
grass." Moxibustion (the burning of moxa) is believed to emit
“yang” (dynamic and active) energy when burnt. Since ancient
times, burning moxa has been used to disinfect the air to
prevent the spread of infectious diseases. In olden times,
hospitals and the like would be placed sticks of burning moxa in
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