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Feverfew: Herbal Relief From Migraines
Feverfew has been used as an herbal remedy for many years. It was originally brought to the United States for its colorful yellow and white blossoms. The green leaves of this plant are feathery and attractive as well.
Feverfew has been given the nickname of Bachelor's Buttons. This ornamental flower of is a perennial, and produces an abundance of blossoms that require minimal attention for healthy growth. It'ss easy to grow, hearty, and beautiful to boot.
Ailments that are traditionally treated by acetaminophen or aspirin can be treated with feverfew. Headaches and fevers are often treated using the plant to alleviate their resultant symptoms. Less frequently, symptoms that accompany headaches including nausea and mild depression are lessened with feverfew use.
Today, feverfew is chiefly used to treat migraines and the multitude of disagreeable symptoms that appear with them. There has been some indication that long-term use of feverfew for treating migraines has produced some beneficial results. The symptoms of migraines generally diminish after an established six-week regimen of treatment on a daily basis.
Feverfew has also been used for the purpose of improving digestion as well as the functioning of the kidneys. Plus, some studies have shown that it has also been shown to stimulate the appetite. Individuals who experience the distress of chronic inflammation that result from arthritis can also benefit from feverfew use.
Even though no known side effects have arisen with long-term use of feverfew in healthy individuals, pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding should avoid using it. Herbs are not always beneficial for those who are pregnant.
Furthermore, individuals who are taking blood-thinning medications, which includes coumadin or heparin, should not take feverfew since it has anti-clotting capabilities. Since mouth ulcers or the loss of the ability to taste can occur when feverfew is taken improperly, feverfew should never be taken in natural leaf form.
Instead, several other forms of feverfew are available for use without the possibility of this particular side effect. A cold tea can be made from steeping approximately one ounce of the plant in one pint of water. This produces a successful remedy for treating the conditions mentioned above. Feverfew is also available as a tincture, tea, or capsule form. Feverfew should always be used in the specified dosage that can be located on its packaging
Feverfew has a pungent odor and has been used as an effective insect repellent as well. Even though the blossoms of this herb are extremely bright and colorful, the bees stay away from this plant.
The blossoms of feverfew can be steeped in a small amount of vodka for several days to create an effective insect repellent. The resulting mixture is strained before application. The leaves of this herb can also be soaked in cold water and used as an effective remedy for treating insect bites.
Those who suffer chronic problems should take feverfew on a daily basis for long-lasting relief. A consultation with a personal physician should take place prior to the use of any herbal remedy. Additionally, it is often recommended that anyone using feverfew on a regular basis stop using the herbal remedy every once in a while to determine if there is a the need to continue its use.
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