Tansy has properties that help to improve general digestion and also deal with common digestive conditions like flatulence and dyspepsia. It has also been used to treat stomach ulcers, cramping, pain and gallbladder issues.

Tansy is also regarded to be an effective appetite stimulant.

One of the main historical uses of tansy was as a treatment for intestinal worms and some herbalists still use it for this purpose today. Because of its high thujone content, it is considered to be an especially effective remedy for numerous intestinal parasites.

Tansy is known to have powerful emenagogue properties. This means that it can help stimulate menstruation in women who suffer from irregular periods.

Tansy was historically used to treat painful joint conditions like arthritis and rheumatism.

It is also occasionally used to treat other types of pain like migraines, headaches, sciatica and nerve pain