2. Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Traditional healers rely on the anti-inflammatory properties of feverfew in relieving symptoms of swelling and fever associated with the disease. The Greeks were the first to recognize feverfew for its anti-inflammatory properties, with Pedanius Dioscorides describing it as the ideal treatment for “all hot inflammations and hot swellings.”
Feverfew gets its potent anti-inflammatory benefits from the presence of parthenolide, which decreases the production of inflammatory cytokines while improving liver function.
Animal studies on the effects of feverfew in mice show that the flower is effective at treating inflammation associated with encephalitis, and multiple sclerosis. Further research shows it also reduces signs of inflammatory bowel disease, and joint inflammation as well.
To soothe the signs of inflammation, we recommend you drink a few cups of feverfew tea each day. Patients who experience frequent bouts of inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, may benefit from including the extracted oil in their supplement program.