There is a plant that the Arabs used a great deal, which is chamomile. In the chamomile family, we find Roman chamomile, used for skin problems, German chamomile used for digestive problems, and the one found widely in England called feverfew, which is the one used for migraines.
What the science says: migraines and headaches, chamomile
What published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for the sake of clarity — these studies address material causes, while healing belongs to Allah.
Migraines and headaches
Magnesium reduces the frequency of migraines according to meta-analyses (Pain Physician, 2016) (Neurol Sci, 2025); plants (feverfew, butterbur, ginger) were reviewed in controlled trials (Phytother Res, 2020). Regular sleep, hydration, and identifying triggers (abrupt fasting, screens, certain foods) are essential. Precaution: a sudden "thunderclap" headache, with fever, neck stiffness, or neurological symptoms, is an emergency.
Chamomile
Chamomile reduces anxiety and improves sleep according to a 2019 systematic review (Phytother Res, 2019), and is among the flower extracts with confirmed calming effects (Phytother Res, 2023). As an evening infusion, it also soothes stress-related digestive issues. Precaution: possible cross-allergy in people allergic to Asteraceae (mugwort, ragweed); use caution with anticoagulants.
