Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a flowering herb with a long history in traditional medicine, and modern research has begun to explore several of its potential benefits. Studies indicate that yarrow contains bioactive compounds, including flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactones, which may contribute to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Research suggests it may support digestive health by helping to ease gastrointestinal discomfort, and some studies point to its traditional use in promoting wound healing and supporting healthy blood circulation. Commonly consumed as a tea or taken as an extract, yarrow has also been explored for its potential role in menstrual health and mild fever management. While these findings are promising, much of the evidence remains preliminary, and continued research will help clarify the full scope of its effects.
Compare this supplementResearch suggests that yarrow (Achillea millefolium) possesses meaningful anti-inflammatory activity, with studies id...
View studies →Research suggests that yarrow (Achillea millefolium and related species) has meaningful potential as a wound-healing ...
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View studies →The available studies linked here do not investigate yarrow or its effects on blood circulation in any way. One study...
View studies →Research suggests that yarrow has a longstanding role in traditional medicine systems, including use for fever manage...
View studies →Research on yarrow specifically for menstrual health is essentially absent from the currently linked evidence base, a...
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| Form | Dose range | Frequency | Studied for | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extract | 300–600 mg | Three times daily | Digestive health, anti-inflammatory, general use | Common in clinical and traditional herbal medicine references |
| Extract | 250–500 mg | Twice daily | Menstrual health, dysmenorrhea relief | Referenced in studies examining Achillea millefolium for primary dysmenorrhea |
| Liquid | 1–2 g | Three times daily | Blood circulation, digestive health | Traditional use; tincture/infusion dosing noted in European herbal monographs (ESCOP, EMA) |
| Liquid | 2–4 g | Three times daily | Fever management, menstrual health | Traditional use; dried herb infusion (tea) dosing referenced in herbal pharmacognosy literature |
| Topical | 1–5 mg | As needed | Wound healing, skin inflammation | Based on topical preparations used in preclinical and traditional wound-healing research |