What does it help with
- Prevention and relief of migraines
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Rheumatism and arthritis
- Inflammation in general
Active compounds
Sesquiterpene lactones (parthenolide), flavonoids, essential oils.
Parthenolide inhibits NF-κB activation and prostaglandin synthesis.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodJune – August
Plant partsflowering herb
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaTinctureCapsules
Pro tip: Feverfew works preventively — drink it daily for 3 months.
Recipes
1 Feverfew tea for migraines ▾
1 teaspoon dried herb pour 250 ml water, steep 8 minutes. Drink 1× a day.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Homemade capsules (dried powder) ▾
Dry the herb at 40 °C until completely dried. Grind in a coffee grinder to fine powder. Fill empty capsules (available at pharmacies) — approx. 500 mg per capsule. Store in a dark vessel. Dose: 1–2 capsules 2× a day with water.
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