Feverfew
Feverfew is an herb with anti-inflammatory properties used to prevent migraines. It is also claimed to alleviate arthritis, but more research is needed to confirm this effect.
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What it is
Feverfew is an herb with anti-inflammatory properties used to prevent migraines. It is also claimed to alleviate arthritis, but more research is needed to confirm this effect.
Key findings
- Grade D: Migraine Frequency (Migraine Headache)
- Grade D: Migraine Duration (Migraine Headache)
- Grade D: C-Reactive Protein (CRP) (Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA))
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Feverfew
Quick Facts: Feverfew
- Best Evidence:Grade D
- Conditions Studied:4
- Research Outcomes:8
- Key Effect:Migraine Headache
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (6)
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