I had a roommate that got migraines and we tried a number of feverfew
products without success, but Nature's Plus has one called Migra-Actin
with some magnesium and I think a B vitamin along with bioperine,
standardized feverfew at 1.2% and that one did it for him.
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qigongkundalini@yahoogroups.com, innaz@y... wrote:
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> Hi,
> I can tell you from my personal experience that I found some relieve
> with Feverfew.
> This herb has a long history of use in traditional and folk medicine
> as a treatment for disorders often controlled by aspirin, such as
> fever, headaches and some of the accompanying symptoms such as
> nausea and depression.
> Recently feverfew has been gaining fame as an effective treatment
> for migraine headaches. It may also help ease diseases caused by
> chronic inflammation such as arthritis.
> It is the combination of ingredients in the feverfew plant that
> brings such effective relief. It works to inhibit the release of two
> inflammatory substances, serotonin and prostaglandins, both believed
> to contribute to the onset of migraines. By inhibiting these amines
> as well as the production of the chemical histamine, the herb
> controls inflammation that constricts the blood vessels in the head,
> and prevents blood vessel spasms which may contribute to headaches.
> Feverfew should be taken regularly to receive maximum benefit and
> protection from migraines.
> The tea, drunk cold, may also relieve skin perspiration associated
> with migraines, and has been used to stimulate appetite, and improve
> digestion and kidney function.
> Clinical tests have shown the use of feverfew may reduce of
> frequency and severity of headaches. It may be more effective than
> other nonsteroidal antiinflammatories (NSAIDS), like aspirin.
> Additional benefits include lower blood pressure, less stomach
> irritation and a renewed sense of well-being.
> Common Use: The herb has historically been used as remedy for
> headache, inflammation and as a general substitute for ailments
> treated with aspirin. Its most popular use is for the prevention of
> migraine headaches and associated symptoms. Pregnant women should
> not use the herb, and some people have developed mouth ulcers or
> experienced loss of taste from eating the fresh leaves.
>
> Inna
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qigongkundalini@yahoogroups.com, "compqi" <compqi@y...> wrote:
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> >
> > Does anyone have suggestions for helping people who suffer from
> migraines? Any
> > help would be appreciated.