Feverfew

• Common Names (AKA): Feverfew, Featherfew, Featherfoil, Featherfowl, Febrifuge Plant, Mayweed, Midsummer Daisy

• Main Health Benefits:

  • Migraine Relief: Helps reduce the frequency and severity of migraines.

  • Anti-inflammatory: Contains compounds that help reduce inflammation.

  • Antifever: Traditionally used to lower fever and relieve symptoms of colds.

• Energetics:

  • Taste: Bitter, Slightly Pungent, Aromatic

  • Temperature: Cooling, Drying

  • Effect on the Body: Anti-inflammatory, migraine-relieving

• Blends Well With:

  • Herbs: Peppermint, ginger, and chamomile

  • Fruits: Citrus fruits and apples

  • Teas: Rooibos or herbal blends (for a soothing, anti-inflammatory infusion)

• How to Prepare:

  • Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried leaves per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10 minutes, up to 2 times a day.. Or blend with other supporting herbs to create your own tea or tisane. 

• Known Precautions/Contraindications:

  • Allergies: May cause allergic reactions, particularly in individuals sensitive to Asteraceae family plants.

  • Pregnancy: Should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

  • Bleeding Disorders: May increase bleeding risk; use with caution if taking blood-thinning medications.

• Additional Information: Feverfew has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly in Europe and North America. Its name comes from the Latin word “febrifugia,” meaning “fever reducer,” reflecting its historical use for treating fevers and other ailments.  In addition to its use for migraines, feverfew has been used in traditional remedies to treat a range of conditions, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory infections.

• Origin: USA

Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities. (*organic)

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