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Feverfew is a plant that belongs to the daisy/sunflower family. Much of feverfew’s activity is attributed to the compound parthenolide, which has a variety of effects on cellular function. Parthenolides may block the formation of inflammatory proteins, which is why feverfew is often used as an anti-inflammatory.
In clinical studies, feverfew extract showed to be nutritionally supportive for health while living with migraine. Studies have indicated that taking a feverfew with 6.25mg parthenolide extract three times a day had a positive impact compared to placebo.
Feverfew is a plant that belongs to the daisy/sunflower family. Much of feverfew’s activity is attributed to the compound parthenolide, which has a variety of effects on cellular function. Parthenolides may block the formation of inflammatory proteins, which is why feverfew is often used as an anti-inflammatory.
In clinical studies, feverfew extract showed to be nutritionally supportive for health while living with migraine. Studies have indicated that taking a feverfew with 6.25mg parthenolide extract three times a day had a positive impact compared to placebo.
Key cited studies
- Diener HC, Pfaffenrath V, Schnitker J, et al. Efficacy and safety of 6.25 mg t.i.d. feverfew CO2-extract (MIG-99) in migraine prevention – A randomized, double-blind, multicentre, placebo-controlled study. Cephalalgia. Nov 2005;25(11):1031-1041. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-2982.2005.00950
- Cady RK, Goldstein J, Nett R, et al. A double-blind placebo-controlled pilot study of sublingual feverfew and ginger (LipiGesic M) in the treatment of migraine. Headache. Jul-Aug 2011;51(7):1078-1086. doi: 10.1111/j.1526-4610.2011.01910
- Ferro EC, Biagini AP, da Silva IE, et al. The combined effect of acupuncture and Tanacetum parthenium on quality of life in women with headache: randomised study. Acupunct Med. Dec 2012;30(4):252-257. doi: 10.1136/acupmed-2012-010195