Feverfew
Feverfew is a member of the daisy family and has been used for centuries to address headaches, arthritis, and problems with labor and childbirth. Feverfew has anti-inflammatory and analgesic actions. It is also an emmenagogue, which means it stimulates menstrual flow, and is used to relieve painful periods and sluggish menstrual flow
Preparation
Use 2-5 grams (1-2 teaspoons) per serve. Brew in a pot of boiled water for ten minutes, strain and pour. Add sweetener as needed.
For migraine prevention, it is preferably taken as a fresh leaf – about 1 leaf, 3 times daily. However the dried leaf, tincture, tablet or extract is also effective. As dried extract (or tablets/capsules) take 50 – 100 mg per day suggested.
Specifications for Feverfew
Botanical Name |
Tanacetum parthenium |
Other names |
Featherfew, Bachelor Buttons, Matricaria |
Organic Status |
Australian Certified Organic |
Country of Origin |
United States |
Plant Part |
Aerials |
Packaging |
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Precautions |
People with allergies to chamomile, ragweed, or yarrow may be allergic to feverfew and should not take it. Do not take if pregnant. Feverfew may increase the risk of bleeding, especially if you take blood-thinning medications, such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin. It is recommended to slowly lower the dose of feverfew rather than stopping all at once. |
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