The Herb Feverfew: How to Grow and Use

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	The Herb Feverfew Herb Feverfew earned its name for its ability to ease fever and its tonic affect on the immune system. Not only has this perennial been popular for years to reduce the ill effects of fever, recent studies have also shown it as highly effective in preventing and easing the symptoms of migraines. Use the bark, dried flowers and leaves of Feverfew. For the Medicine Cabinet The herb Feverfew helps ease nervousness. It works as a laxative and can ease flatulence and gas pains. It stimulates blood flow, especially to the pelvic area and uterus and has been used to stimulate menstruation. It helps ease menstrual cramps. For insect bites, make a tincture out of the herb Feverfew and apply it to the bite to relieve pain and swelling. Better still, mix 2 teaspoonfuls of Feverfew tincture with 1/2 pint of cold water to make a natural insect repellent. For pain sensitivity, make and drink an infusion of the herb Feverfew. Drinking an infusion will also help relieve earache. To ease coughs, wheezing or difficult breathing, make a decoction of the herb Feverfew and add honey. Feverfew relieves nausea and vomiting and will also stimulate the appetite. A Word of Caution... Do not take Feverfew if you are pregnant as it may cause a miscarriage. Also, people were once encouraged to chew the leaves of Feverfew to ease symptoms, but doing so could cause mouth sores. Growing Tips The herb Feverfew will grow in any type of soil, but prefers good drainage. It is a low-maintenance plant once it gets growing. Sow seeds directly into the soil in the spring and then thin to 2 to 3 inches apart. Weed by hand, as the plants could be injured by hoeing. Return from Herb Feverfew to the Medicinal Organic Gardening Page Return to the Home Page	New to Homesteading? If you're new to living off the land and have some questions about the self-reliant life, Click here and drop me a line. I'd love to hear from you and answer your questions! Build Your Own Chicken Tractor! *You Can Build a Chicken Tractor* Provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to build a chicken tractor and also provides helpful information on how to get free wood and how your chickens can pay for themselves. Click Here learn more. Search Site code: Search This Site: Subscribe to my free ezine! My bi-weekly e-zine covers everything about self-reliance and the healthy, frugal life. Imagine! Great tips on organic gardening, self reliance, frugal living and frugal recipes on a regular basis and sent straight to your ebox! Click here to subscribe.
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