Migraine Support Herbs

At the first sign of migraine attack equal parts of Passion Flower, Valerian and Wood Betony may be a natural way for relief and very helpful. For a migraine associated with stress, use equal parts of Hawthorne berries and Skullcap. Try some of SharpWebLabs.com massage Lavender oil rubbed into the temples at first sign of an attack. If the migraine is accompanied by nausea or vomiting, Chamomile or Peppermint may help. If migraine is associated with hormonal problems one may try Vitex, Black Cohosh, or Wild Yam. European herbalists emphasize the importance of liver support in migraine relief. Herbs like Burdock, Dandelion root or Milk Thistle would be ideal. The following delicious Migraine Tea from Ana Nez Heatherly of Gatesville, Texas, appears in the July 1995 Mother Earth News. She prepares a cold infusion of:

6 parts Rosemary leaves 4 parts Peppermint leaves
4 parts Lemon Balm leaves 4 parts Peppermint leaves
3 parts Feverfew 2 parts Peppermint leaves