Guest guest Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 one of my daughters get bad ones. She takes feverfew in a capsule daily to help keep them away and drinks a lot of feverfew tea when she feels one coming on. Since doing this, she hasn't had to use the medication from her Dr. - the type where it's injected in to her leg/thigh. Paula ...... in Michigan www.farmfreshsoapsandcandles.com I have a lady on one of my groups that is looking for help with migraines - she only gets them when she has her monthly cycle - they are so severe that she is left shaky after about 3 days - can anyone suggest some eo's or other advise? Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I have successfully used a combination of Lavender, Clary Sage and Peppermint for clients in the past, I usually combine equal parts of each oil. I instruct the client to smell one drop in the palm of their hands, apply one drop to the temples away from the eyes, it's important to stress that point. This can be used throughout the day as needed. If this method does not bring relief, then heat a cup of hot, steamy water and add a 1-2 drops of the mixture, inhale deeply for several minutes with eyes closed of course. I hope that this is helpful! Be well, Rachel Markel www.eoilco.com http:ingredientmanager www.GreenTerpene.com --- On Tue, 8/26/08, Paula Coon <paulacoon wrote: Paula Coon <paulacoon Help with Migraines " Oils_Herbs_Etc (AT) (DOT) Com " Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 2:31 PM one of my daughters get bad ones. She takes feverfew in a capsule daily to help keep them away and drinks a lot of feverfew tea when she feels one coming on. Since doing this, she hasn't had to use the medication from her Dr. - the type where it's injected in to her leg/thigh. Paula ...... in Michigan www.farmfreshsoapsa ndcandles. com I have a lady on one of my groups that is looking for help with migraines - she only gets them when she has her monthly cycle - they are so severe that she is left shaky after about 3 days - can anyone suggest some eo's or other advise? Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 Pam wrote: I have a lady on one of my groups that is looking for help with migraines - she only gets them when she has her monthly cycle - they are so severe that she is left shaky after about 3 days - can anyone suggest some eo's or other advise? Pam Pam, What is the rest of her health like? Migraines don't happen in a vacuum. Diet, stress, allergies? Liver and colon health? The safe, humble healing art of Reflexology is often helpful for migraines. Remember nothing, be it herb, E.O., superfood, or healing technique works for everyone. But Reflexology just might be one of the most effective ways to gently harmonize the glandular system. And if it doesn't work, you have a relaxing time and great feeling feet. Visit http://reflexology-research.com for more information. Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com (blog) http://wildwholefoods.net (AFA algae) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 I too tend to get hormone related migraines. I havne't found a good cure but staying away from chocolate at this time helps. I've bought some black cohosh to try too, but it hasn't made a significant difference. Cindy http://www.sagsecript.com http://sagescript.blogspot.com > Pam wrote: > > I have a lady on one of my groups that is looking for help with > migraines - she only gets them when she has her monthly cycle - they > are so severe that she is left shaky after about 3 days - can anyone > suggest some eo's or other advise? > Pam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 Feverfew is usually considered very helpful--most who use it take it every day, then if they're hit with one a tea made with feverfew and a little peppermint (helps with the taste) usually helps knock it out (I think someone mentioned this before). I also use a combination of essential oils to break them once they start. It's really simple--equal parts Lavender and Peppermint EO, mixed together, then diluted with either jojoba oil, grapeseed (not often tho due to the shelf life), fractionated coconut oil (most often) or Isopropyl Myristate (another long shelf life and skin-safe ingredient--this is the least natural version but it's the one I was taught first, but I seldom use it anymore). I apply to both my wrists, my neck pulse points, a dab just under my nose and a dab at each temple, well away from the eyes. I use a roller ball to apply this since it makes using this very easy but I'm sure any way you'd like to do it would work fine--the important parts are the EOs and getting it in good spots. HTH, Serra On Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 9:49 AM, Cindy Jones <cindyjones1 wrote: > I too tend to get hormone related migraines. I havne't found a good > cure but staying away from chocolate at this time helps. I've bought > some black cohosh to try too, but it hasn't made a significant > difference. > Cindy > http://www.sagsecript.com > http://sagescript.blogspot.com > -- Check out this week's washcloth assortment--Radiant and Summer Bright http://flickr.com/photos/scentedserra/2708725733/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 I was going to mention that. Its been a little while since I 'practiced' the alternative side of what we do. That has worked for people as I had regulars who purchased it. That said. I am liking this new 'application' we are seeing in the alternative field where you can use a dabber on an area to address a situation. I carried a line of homeopathic formulations that many swore by. In that case it was I who had to be convinced and I sure was! I was giving Kasey two shots a week growing up for allergies and did that for a couple of years and they worked better than I thought they would and then her doctor wanted to give her a break and she bought one of the liquids for molds, yeast and dust' and I didnt think anything would be active in that.......she took the recommended dose and then took another and holy macaroni she whelped up and out came the benedryl..........so, don't let anybody kid you on this sort of thing. She used those in place of the other and I had to agree as she was of the age to decide. That said, the 'mom' forever in me says be sure you do not use a product you don't know unless you study it and know what you are allergic to. My husband works with a woman who is eerily allergic to something but they don't know what! She is hospitalized often and they always scratch their heads and this gal is majorly allergic to stuff. Like 'I almost died this time' I'm so allergic.......beats me. I do like the direction this is turning now. As I mentioned before I was recently given a prescription for neuropathy and fibro and when I looked it up......it was a suped up form of B6, B12, and Folate...............TAH DAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just went to GNC LOL! (and now we know why we are outlaws eh?) evie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2008 Report Share Posted August 30, 2008 Just one caution with Feverfew. It can be a blood thinner, so if you are prone to that (like I am - low platelette count), and you want to take Feverfew as a migraine preventative, I would do further research. When I have my blood drawn, I'm often told to lighten up my blood thinner meds! LOL! I'm not on any, I say! I have what is considered, non-aura migraines. I have headaches pretty much 24/7/365. Whoo hoo! For some reason Lavender also gives me instant headache as well as Vitex. I've been on Topomax for four years now as a preventative which helps A LOT. I've looked into natural alternatives, but haven't yet found one that works. Believe me, I would give up the Topomax if I could not only for not knowing what the long term effects will be, but the cost is enormous! Also, when it is my " ladies time " , Topomax doesn't help at all and those days are the worst. But, just wanted to pipe in about Feverfew in case there are others out there with low platelette counts. Yes, it helps as a headache preventative, but could have adverse effects on the body as well. Nikie Brown After The Rayne - Handmade Soaps & Bath Products http://www.aftertherayne.com nbrown On Behalf Of Serra Saturday, August 30, 2008 10:31 AM Re: Re: Help with Migraines Feverfew is usually considered very helpful--most who use it take it every day, then if they're hit with one a tea made with feverfew and a little peppermint (helps with the taste) usually helps knock it out (I think someone mentioned this before). I also use a combination of essential oils to break them once they start. It's really simple--equal parts Lavender and Peppermint EO, mixed together, then diluted with either jojoba oil, grapeseed (not often tho due to the shelf life), fractionated coconut oil (most often) or Isopropyl Myristate (another long shelf life and skin-safe ingredient--this is the least natural version but it's the one I was taught first, but I seldom use it anymore). I apply to both my wrists, my neck pulse points, a dab just under my nose and a dab at each temple, well away from the eyes. I use a roller ball to apply this since it makes using this very easy but I'm sure any way you'd like to do it would work fine--the important parts are the EOs and getting it in good spots. HTH, Serra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 31, 2008 Report Share Posted August 31, 2008 Nikie, Thanks for letting me know about the problems in those with low platelet counts--that hasn't been in anything I've studied so I'm glad you warned me. Do you happen to have a reference for that so I can bring it out if asked? Thanks, Serra On Sat, Aug 30, 2008 at 4:13 PM, Nikie Brown <nbrown wrote: > Just one caution with Feverfew. It can be a blood thinner, so if you > are prone to that (like I am - low platelette count), and you want to > take Feverfew as a migraine preventative, I would do further research. > When I have my blood drawn, I'm often told to lighten up my blood > thinner meds! LOL! I'm not on any, I say! -- Check out this week's washcloth assortment--Radiant and Summer Bright http://flickr.com/photos/scentedserra/2708725733/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2008 Report Share Posted September 1, 2008 I don't have the name of the reference book. It was in the big book of everything at my neuroligist's office. When I first went in with my headaches, I told him I wanted to go a more natural route if possible and he said that Feverfew was known to be a preventative and he pulled out his big book of everything and it had a lot of good information about it, but at the end of it, it did say it could act as a blood thinner if taken over a period of time. He knew my history of low platelet counts and suggested that although Feverfew would be a good preventative, in my case, it would not be healthy. Nikie Brown After The Rayne - Handmade Soaps & Bath Products http://www.aftertherayne.com nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of Serra Saturday, August 30, 2008 7:00 PM Re: Re: Help with Migraines Nikie, Thanks for letting me know about the problems in those with low platelet counts--that hasn't been in anything I've studied so I'm glad you warned me. Do you happen to have a reference for that so I can bring it out if asked? Thanks, Serra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2008 Report Share Posted September 1, 2008 OK Nikie, I'm not doubting you but I have a feeling I'll be asked for the info if I ever have need to pass it on. I'll go see if I can find other backup just in case. Thanks, Serra On Mon, Sep 1, 2008 at 8:54 AM, Nikie Brown <nbrown wrote: > I don't have the name of the reference book. It was in the big book of > everything at my neuroligist's office. When I first went in with my > headaches, I told him I wanted to go a more natural route if possible > and he said that Feverfew was known to be a preventative and he pulled > out his big book of everything and it had a lot of good information > about it, but at the end of it, it did say it could act as a blood > thinner if taken over a period of time. He knew my history of low > platelet counts and suggested that although Feverfew would be a good > preventative, in my case, it would not be healthy. > > Nikie Brown -- Check out this week's washcloth assortment--Radiant and Summer Bright http://flickr.com/photos/scentedserra/2708725733/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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