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Dandelion1 part

Mix the tinctures together. Take 1 tsp, as needed to alleviate symptoms.
Hormonal Migraine Formula #2
Vitex2 parts
Feverfew1 part

Mix the tinctures together. Take 1 tsp. once a day through the month.
The dosage of Formula #1 may be increased until the desired relief is experienced. The dosage regime may be altered as necessary, varying time of day and quantity of dose to suit individual needs. For example, one may take the whole dose first thing in the morning or take smaller amounts at frequent intervals throughout the day.
Herbalists have developed many approaches to migraine, reflecting the diversity of people and their response to herbs. Here is an example from a modern woman herbalist, Deb Soule: 16
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Be as kind and patient with yourself as possible. Migraines usually take a few months or even longer to decrease in severity. The following herbs help to ease a migraine headache. Take as tea or tincture whenever you feel a migraine or regular headache coming on.
Deb Soule's Migraine Formula
Feverfew3 parts
Lemon balm1 part
Passionflower1/2 part
Rosemary1 part
Basil1 part
Ginkgo leaf2 parts

Dose and use:
Pour 1 quart of hot steaming water over 6 Tbs. of herbs and steep, covered, 5 to 15 minutes. Drink

 
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