For those who suffer from migraines, the pain associated with their arrival can be unbearable. A migraine can last for hours, even days. Medication has been shown to be effective at treating migraines as they occur and in the prevention of symptoms. Herbs have also shown to be effective treatments in the onset of migraine pain.
Feverfew
Consider feverfew, a folk remedy good for the prevention of migraine headaches. Also called the bachelor button, feverfew is often grown at home in order to be picked and used on those occasions when classic signs of a migraine are present. Signs include tingling in the arms, flashes of light and blind spots. Typical herb supplements for the treatment of migraine featuring feverfew put the dosage at right around 100mg, but you may need to raise or lower that based on your specific needs. Keep in mind that an overdose of feverfew can result in side effects such as a sore mouth and skin rash.
Passionflower
Try an herb that promotes calm--passionflower. Passionflower is supposed to be taken in tea before lights out (it will make you sleepy). Thought to relieve pain, passionflower has anti-inflammatory properties as well and was found to actually lower anxiety in trials.
Peppermint
Employ a centuries-old remedy: peppermint. Taken daily, a healthy dose of peppermint can be used to put the clamps on migraines before they have a chance to set in. There are many ways you can take peppermint, from tea to extract.
Butterbur
Consider another remedy with a clinical pedigree for preventing migraines: butterbur. Butterbur, like feverfew, is available at herbology shops. The recommended dosage is between 50mg and 75mg, taken twice a day.
