Natural ways to help a migraine

Yoga uses breathing, meditation, and body postures to promote health and well-being. A 2015 study found yoga may relieve the frequency, duration, and intensity of migraine attacks. It’s thought to improve anxiety, release tension in migraine-trigger areas, and improve vascular health.

The researchers concluded that yoga could be beneficial as a complementary therapy for treating migraine.

Biofeedback is a relaxation method. It teaches you to control autonomic reactions to stress. During this therapy, electrodes are applied to your skin to monitor physiologic processes that change with stress, such as your heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension.

During a biofeedback session, you work with a therapist to manage stress using changes in your physiologic processes as feedback.

According to a 2019 study, there’s good evidence to support the use of mind-body interventions such as biofeedback and cognitive behavioral therapy for treating migraine. These therapies are effectively free of side effects and may make a good alternative for medication for some people.

Magnesium deficiency is linked to headaches and migraine. Magnesium oxide supplementation may help prevent migraine with aura. It may also prevent menstrual migraine (hormone headaches).

A 2021 study found that 500 milligrams of magnesium oxide taken twice a day for 8 weeks was as effective as the medication valproate sodium for preventing migraine without significant side effects.

You can get magnesium from foods that include:

• almonds
• sesame seeds
• sunflower seeds
• Brazil nuts
• cashews
• peanut butter
• oatmeal
• eggs
• milk

Massage may reduce migraine frequency. Migraine is associated with low serotonin in the brain, and massage has been shown to increase serotonin. There’s limited evidence to support the use of massage for migraine relief, but it’s generally safe and has a low risk of side effects.

Acupressure is the practice of applying pressure with the fingers and hands to specific points on the body to relieve pain and other symptoms.

A 2017 study found evidence that acupuncture may help manage migraine-related nausea during treatment, but that it doesn’t improve pain or quality of life.

According to the American Headache Society, more than 80 percent of people with migraine report stress being a migraine trigger. Learning how to better manage your stress may help you decrease migraine frequency.

Some commonly used stress management techniques include:

• deep breathing exercises
• mental imagery
• music therapy or listening to relaxing music
• counseling or therapy
• meditating
• progressive muscle relaxation
• improving time management
• scheduling more time for relaxing activities

According to the American Migraine Foundation, about a third of people with migraine report dehydration as a migraine trigger.

To prevent dehydration, make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially when exercising. On hot days, you may need to drink more water than usual.

The connection between sleep and migraine still isn’t entirely clear. Research from 2016 has found a correlation between high migraine frequency and poor sleep quality. This association is true in people with migraine with and without aura.

Going to bed at the same time each night, avoiding caffeine late in the day, and avoiding stimulating activities before bed are some of the ways you can improve your sleep.

Butterbur is a plant that grows throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. Up until 2012, the American Academy of Neurology recommended using it for preventing migraine attacks. In 2015, they stopped their recommendation due to the possibility of liver toxicity.

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health recommends only using pyrrolizidine alkaloid-free butterbur products, as this chemical can damage the liver, lungs, and circulation. Speak with a doctor before taking butterbur.

If you have migraine, you know the symptoms can be challenging. You might miss work or not be able to participate in activities you love. But the remedies above may provide some relief.

It might also be helpful to speak with others who understand exactly what you’re going through. Our free app, Migraine Healthline, connects you with real people who experience migraine. Ask treatment-related questions and seek advice from others who get it. Download the app for iPhone or Android.

If your migraine attacks or episodes don’t respond to home remedies, it’s important to talk with a doctor. Visit a doctor if your symptoms are severe, frequent, or interfere with your daily life.

Migraine Herbal Remedies: Peppermint, Ginger, and More

Herbal remedies for migraines

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who experience migraines, you know they’re much more than just a headache. The intense throbbing, pulsing, and excruciating pain that accompany a migraine can be debilitating. In fact, more than 90 percent of people who get migraines can’t work or function normally during an episode, the Migraine Research Foundation reports.

Most people who experience migraines opt for medication. But many are turning to natural therapies such as relaxation techniques and herbal remedies.

Years before the introduction of modern medicine, cultures worldwide developed herbal remedies for headaches and other common migraine symptoms. Many of these herbal traditions have survived the passage of time. Although most herbal migraine remedies haven’t been thoroughly scientifically tested for their effectiveness, many are rapidly gaining the support of the modern medical community.

Always use caution when considering herbal treatments for migraines. Discuss your decision with a healthcare professional before beginning or stopping any medical or herbal treatment. Many herbs interfere with other medications.

First used in ancient Greece in as early as the fifth century B.C., feverfew (or “featherfew”) has been used to treat a variety of ailments. These include fever, swelling, and inflammation. People commonly took the herb to relieve aches and pains such as headaches in the first century.

The plant is native to the Balkan Mountains but can now be found nearly worldwide. Eastern European cultures traditionally used feverfew for headaches, insect bites, and other pain. More modern uses have extended to the treatment of:

• migraines
• dizziness
• inflammation
• breathing problems

Feverfew is usually prepared by drying the leaves, flowers, and stems. This combination is also used to make supplements and extracts. Some cultures eat the leaves raw.

A 2011 review suggests that feverfew is an effective treatment for migraines, fever, the common cold, and arthritis. However, a Cochrane review of five large clinical trials showed little to no benefit for the majority of people who experience migraines.

Feverfew may cause minor side effects such as bloating, canker sores, and nausea. You may also experience moderate side effects when discontinuing use. These side effects can include difficulty sleeping, increased headaches, and joint pain.

Pregnant women, people taking blood thinning medications, and people with allergies to the daisy family should avoid the use of feverfew.

Butterbur is found in wet, marshy areas of Europe, Asia, and North America. People once used the leaves of the plant to wrap and preserve butter during warm weather, which is how butterbur got its name. It’s been used throughout history for a variety of purposes. The Greek physician Dioscurides originally used the plant as a skin ulcer remedy. Since then, it’s been used to treat:

• headaches
• asthma
• allergies
• cough
• fever
• gastrointestinal problems
• general pain

Most butterbur herbal remedies use its purified root extract, Petasites, in pill form to treat headaches and migraines. A 2012 study published in Neurology supports conclusions from older studies that Petasites is effective for migraine prevention when taken as 50- to 75-milligram doses twice daily.

If you live in Europe, Butterbur might be hard for you to obtain — the U.K. and Germany have both banned butterbur from being sold because of safety concerns with the leading manufacturers.

A cross of spearmint and water mint, peppermint grows throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Peppermint leaves and their essential oils are used for medicinal and culinary purposes. In addition to a headache treatment, it’s also used to relieve:

• spasms
• toothaches
• gastrointestinal problems
• nausea

Peppermint oil and its active ingredient, menthol, is available in liquid capsule form. Tea versions are also available for easy brewing.

A 2010 study published in the International Journal of Clinical Practice found that menthol was effective at stopping migraine pain and easing nausea when applied to the forehead and temples in a 10 percent solution.

Research is limited on its clinical effectiveness, but topical peppermint oil may be a good herbal option for the relief of migraine pain. Peppermint oil is one of the easiest herbal remedies to try because of its prevalence in health food stores and pharmacies.

Willow bark extract (WBE) was used in the development of aspirin, a well-known over-the-counter pain reliever, fever reducer, and anti-inflammatory drug. WBE contains an anti-inflammatory ingredient called salicin. A 2012 study suggests WBE is also an effective antioxidant.

Willow is a tree found in Europe, Asia, and North America. It’s been used since the time of Hippocrates (400 B.C.), when people would chew the bark for its anti-inflammatory and fever-relieving effects. Willow was later used in China and Europe for headaches, osteoarthritis, tendonitis, and lower back pain.

Willow bark can be found in capsule form and as a chewable bark at most health food stores.

Ginger is a tropical Asian plant. It’s been used in herbal medicines in China for over 2,000 years. It’s also been popular in Indian and Arabic medicines since ancient times. Ginger has traditionally been used as a remedy for:

• headaches
• stomach pain
• nausea
• arthritis
• cold and flu symptoms
• neurological problems

Ginger has been well-documented as anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial. In addition, a 2014 study published in the Phytotherapy Research showed that ginger powder’s benefits were comparable to sumatriptan’s, a common prescription migraine drug, but with fewer side effects.

Most people can tolerate fresh or dried ginger root, supplements, or extract. Be careful not to combine ginger supplements with blood thinners because of potential drug interactions.

Ginger capsules and ginger tea are both relatively easy to obtain in almost any grocery store or pharmacy. You can also try drinking ginger water.

Caffeinated teas became common in China during the Ming Dynasty. They exploded in popularity in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Green tea was used in combination with other herbs for migraine pain in traditional Chinese medicine. Coffee initially gained recognition in Arabia. Yerba mate, a less widely known caffeinated tea, originated in South America.

People in many cultures primarily consumed caffeine to help treat:

• headaches
• high blood pressure
• stomach problems
• sexually transmitted diseases
• cancer
• circulatory problems
• inflammation
• skin damage
• kidney disease

Caffeine is also found in many over-the-counter pain relievers today.

Although caffeine is frequently studied in combination with other pain relievers, it’s considered a useful and safe additive in pills for many people who experience migraines. A 2012 study found that a combination of 1,000 milligrams (mg) of acetaminophen and 130 mg of caffeine is particularly helpful. However, caffeine withdrawal and caffeine intake can also be triggers for headaches and migraines.

Valerian is native to Europe and Asia. It’s now also commonly found in North America. Use of valerian traces back to ancient Greece and Rome from the time of Hippocrates. It was recognized as a remedy for insomnia a few centuries later. Valerian was known as “all-heal” in the 1500s, as it was used to treat a multitude of ailments. These included:

• insomnia
• headaches
• heart palpitations
• tremors
• anxiety

It’s sometimes used in the modern treatment of headaches, but valerian hasn’t been researched enough to determine its usefulness in the treatment of migraine pain.

Valerian is usually taken as a supplement, tea, or tincture made from the dried roots. Liquid extract is also available in capsule form. Valerian root capsules are widely sold in the United States.

For over 7,000 years, people across cultures have used coriander seed’s healing and seasoning properties. Coriander was lauded for its ability to treat ailments that ranged from allergies to diabetes to migraines. Traditional Ayurvedic medicine used coriander to relieve sinus pressure and headaches by pouring hot water over the fresh seeds and inhaling the steam.

Research on the seed’s medicinal effects is generally focused on its potential to treat arthritis and diabetes. More studies need to be conducted to determine if it’s useful as a remedy for migraine pain. However, coriander seed’s anti-inflammatory potential may prove beneficial for some people with migraines.

Coriander seeds can be chewed and used in food or teas. Oral extracts are also available.

Hailing from the same family as carrots, parsley, and celery, dong quai root has been used as a spice, tonic, and medicinal cream for more than 1,000 years, especially in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean practices. Modern uses often mix it with other herbs to treat:

• headaches
• fatigue
• inflammation
• nerve pain

Despite its history, the root hasn’t been studied enough to recommend it as an effective treatment for migraine pain.

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Known for its sweet smell, lavender oil (made from the flowers of the lavender plant) is highly fragrant and has long been used to perfume hygiene products. Lavender is indigenous to the mountainous regions surrounding the Mediterranean. It’s now widely grown throughout Europe, Australia, and North America.

Lavender oil was used in ancient Egypt during the mummification process. Because of its antimicrobial properties and clean scent, it was later added to baths in Rome, Greece, and Persia. The aromatic flowers and their oil were used to treat everything from headaches and insomnia to mental health complaints such as stress and fatigue. Many of these historical uses remain popular today.

A 2012 study suggests that inhaling lavender oil during a migraine may help relieve symptoms quickly. To use lavender oil, breathe in the oil or apply a diluted solution to the temples. If you don’t dilute it properly, the oil may irritate the skin at the application site. Lavender oil can be toxic when taken orally at certain doses.

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Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean region. Medicinal uses have included the treatment of:

• muscle and joint pain
• memory problems
• concentration difficulties
• nervous disorders
• circulatory problems
• liver ailments
• migraines

Rosemary oil can be diluted and applied topically or inhaled for aromatherapeutic purposes. The plant’s leaves can be dried and ground for use in capsules. It can also be used in teas, tinctures, and liquid extracts. Rosemary is believed to have antimicrobial, antispasmodic, and antioxidant effects. Still, its ability to reduce migraine pain hasn’t been well studied.

Linden, also known as lime tree or Tilia, is a tree whose blossoms have been used in medicinal teas in European and Native American cultures. The plant has been used to calm nerves and ease anxiety, tension, and inflammatory problems, among other issues. The blossoms can also be used in tinctures, liquid extracts, and capsules.

Linden has been shown to have sweat-inducing and sedative properties. It’s been used to relieve tension and sinus headaches, calm the mind, and induce sleep. The flowers have also been used to relieve nasal congestion and lower high blood pressure.

This tea is sometimes used in modern alternative medicine for the treatment of headaches and migraines. There currently isn’t enough research about the effect of linden tea on migraines to recommend it as an effective natural remedy.

The potato has been used in European folk medicine for over 200 years. Country folk medicine has anecdotally supported the use of thick slices of raw potato in calming migraine pain. Traditionally, the slices are cloaked in a thin cloth and wrapped around the head or rubbed directly on the temples to ease tension and pain. There is no current scientific research suggesting that raw potato cuttings can effectively treat migraines when applied topically.

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Native to Europe, horseradish has been used in medicinal folk remedies as an oil extract or in dried or fresh root form. It has historically been used to treat:

• bladder infections
• kidney disease
• respiratory problems
• joint pain
• arthritis
• muscle strains

Its ability to narrow blood vessels may aid in treating migraines, but no clinical trials support the use of horseradish for migraines.

Native to Asia, the Japanese honeysuckle started taking root in North America in the 1800s. It’s been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat:

• wounds
• fever
• colds and viruses
• inflammation
• sores
• infections

Along with honeysuckle’s anticancer and antimicrobial powers, research has also identified anti-inflammatory properties in the plant’s leaves, stems, and flowers that can provide pain relief similar to that of aspirin. It may also be effective against migraine pain.

Since ancient times, people in Europe and Asia have been using mullein for medicinal purposes, treating inflammatory conditions, spasms, diarrhea, and migraines. The leaves and flowers can be used for extracts, capsules, poultices, and dried preparations. Tinctures of the plant are used in modern homeopathic therapies for migraine treatment. Research has shown that mullein has diuretic properties.

Believed to be named after Achilles, the Greek mythical hero, yarrow has historically been used to heal wounds and slow blood loss. Other folk remedies encourage the use of yarrow to treat inflammatory conditions, muscle spasms, and anxiety or insomnia. More recent folk remedies have used yarrow to relieve colds, flus, coughs, and diarrhea.

Yarrow has also been shown to have pain-relieving, anti-anxiety, and antimicrobial properties. Although more research is needed, the plant contains anti-inflammatory properties that may provide relief to people who experience migraines. Yarrow can be used in a variety of forms, including capsules and tinctures.

Teaberry, popularly known as wintergreen, is native to eastern North America. This edible plant, made famous by Teaberry gum, has long held a place in folk medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. It can be used to make teas, tinctures, and oil extracts.

Teaberry also has been used historically as an astringent and as a stimulant to fight fatigue. Most important for people who experience migraines is teaberry’s potential to treat neuralgias and headaches as well as stomach pain and vomiting.

You can brew teaberry in hot water for 3 to 4 minutes and drink the mixture to experience its healing effects.

Hops are native to Europe and western Asia and can now be found throughout North America. Once used as a food in ancient Roman culture, this flavorful plant also has significant medicinal properties. Hops have historically been used to treat:

• sleep problems
• inflammation
• infections
• neuralgia (pain from nerve damage)
• fever
• cramps
• spasms
• anxiety

Modern medicine acknowledges the sedative effect of hops, but hasn’t thoroughly studied it for its impact on migraine pain.

This perennial herb can be found throughout Europe and Asia. It’s been used as a medicinal plant since classical times. The plant has traditionally been used to relieve headaches and facial swelling and pain. The leaves can be used as a juice, poultice, or ointment.

The mildly sedative properties of the plant are used to treat headache and migraine pain, menstrual cramps, stress, and tension. It may help alleviate sinus headaches and congestion when used in combination with lime flowers and comfrey.

However, there have been no human clinical trials performed to demonstrate the plant’s effectiveness against migraine pain. It’s not always easy to find betony in health food stores, so you may have to grow your own or buy it online.

Betony can have a tonic effect on the body. It’s important to avoid the herb if you’re pregnant.

This deciduous tree is a native to China and has been used in Chinese medicine since the first century A.D. Evodia has traditionally been used to treat abdominal pain, headaches, diarrhea, and vomiting. The fruits of the tree may also reduce blood pressure. The anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing properties of the fruit may help ease migraine pain.

Although many herbal remedies can be safe when used correctly, they may also have side effects like any prescription medication would. Some herbs can interact with medications, such as oral contraceptives or heart drugs. Herbs can be dangerous or even deadly when misused. Some have little research to back claims, verify toxicity levels, or identify potential side effects.

Migraine without aura

This is the most common kind of migraine headache. It builds over several hours before the pain of your migraine peaks, usually lasting up to 72 hours. People who have these kinds of migraines tend to experience them a few times per year. If they occur more often than that, the condition may be diagnosed as chronic migraine.

Migraine with aura

Some people experience disturbances of the nervous system, called aura, during their migraines. Auras can include bright spots in the field of vision, tingling sensations, vision loss, hallucinated odors, and uncontrolled movements.

Retinal migraine

Retinal migraines involve vision loss in one eye. Unlike migraines with aura, the visual disturbances are usually contained to that eye.

Chronic migraine

Chronic migraine is defined as having migraines that occur on more than 15 days per month for 3 months or more. This frequency can be debilitating. Medical evaluation is required to obtain a treatment plan and to identify if something else is causing the migraines to occur so often.

Certain behaviors, emotions, hormones, and foods can trigger a migraine. Caffeine or chemical withdrawal can cause migraines, for example. Chocolate, food dyes and additives, preservatives, aspartame, and cured meats are the most common dietary triggers for migraines, according to the American Nutrition Association. Food allergies and sensitivities can also activate migraines as a symptom.

A high-stress, competitive lifestyle can sometimes lead to recurrent migraines. Emotional stress from chemicals released during emotional situations can provoke a migraine. Hormones are also a notorious migraine trigger. For women, the menstrual cycle is often connected to when their migraines occur. You may want to consider if there are migraine patterns or triggers that you can identify before you decide to try an herbal treatment.

In addition to herbal treatments, significant research shows that diet can play a major role in migraine frequency, duration, and intensity. Potential preventive measures and treatments for migraines include:

• eating a low-fat diet
• eliminating or limiting foods that show IgG antibody production
• improving gut flora content
• eating consistently to minimize low blood sugar

Just like medications, herbs can have significant side effects on the body. Some can interact with other medicines and be dangerous or even deadly when misused. Discuss all treatment options with your doctor before use.

Consider tracking your triggers, symptoms, pain intensity and duration, and other related factors in a migraine journal or migraine app. Whether you choose pharmaceutical treatments, natural remedies, or a combination, having a thorough record of your experiences will help you and your doctor narrow down the best treatment options.

It might also be helpful to talk to others about their own experiences with migraines. Our free app, Migraine Healthline, connects you with real people who experience migraines. Ask treatment-related questions and seek advice from others who get it. Download the app for iPhone or Android.

How to relieve migraine headache at home

Migraine is a pathological neurological disease. This ailment, unlike the usual headache, has its own characteristic signs. Discomfort often appears in a certain area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skull. Hence the other name - hemicrania. Attacks of throbbing pain in migraine begin suddenly, increase gradually, then become simply unbearable. Sometimes painful sensations spread to the neck or shoulders, and also put pressure on the eyes. Often with a disease, appetite disappears, nausea, light and noise interfere. nine0003 How to relieve a migraine headache at home

A migraine headache can last from an hour to several days. In the periods between acute and sudden manifestations of symptoms, people suffering from this disease are practically healthy, they have no signs of damage to the nervous system. There is even an assumption that migraine is a hereditary disease. The following reasons can provoke an attack:

• emotional stress;
• excitement;
• overwork;
• malnutrition;
• prolonged strict diets;
• drinking red wine, beer, champagne;
• staying in a stuffy room;
• severe overload of the body;
• chronic sleep deprivation;
• sunstroke.

If we consider violations of various aspects of mental activity between a woman and a man, then the weaker sex has to experience pain much more often. Usually, migraine overcomes beautiful women aged 20-25 to 50 years. Attacks are mainly associated with the onset of the menstrual cycle. Pain can "visit" a woman daily or 2-3 times a month. nine0003

Usually the exacerbation of the disease cannot be stopped by medication. This is due to the fact that the stomach stops working, drugs cannot enter the digestive tract, where they must be processed and then absorbed into the blood. In this case, it is worth considering other ways to relieve pain. The methods of traditional medicine come to the rescue.

Prevention is better than cure

A migraine attack may start suddenly, but is sometimes preceded by neurological, visual or gastrointestinal spasms. When you feel that pain will develop in the very near future, try to stop it at the initial stages. Signs of a migraine:

• psychological state, expressed in the inability to really think and evaluate what is happening around;
• appearance before the eyes of lightning, white flies, rings, threads, cobwebs;
• any sounds in the ears;
• slow reaction.

Drink a cup of coffee when the first symptoms appear. This contributes to the expansion of blood vessels, which alleviates the condition.

If your temples are not throbbing yet, take an analgesic to block the pain. nine0003

Bring blood vessels back to normal and take a contrast shower. In addition, foot massage will help to alleviate well-being, because there are points responsible for pain impulses in them.

Traditional ways to help reduce migraine headaches

If the attack does start, lie down on the couch first. It is desirable that the light be turned off. If it is impossible to stay in a dark room and silence - cover your eyes with a mask or a bandage, and plug your ears with anti-noise inserts. nine0003

A hot bath can help relieve a person's condition. When taking it into the water, dive with your head. True, this method cannot be used for people suffering from diseases of the circulatory system, as well as those with skin pathologies. These procedures are contraindicated for women in an "interesting" position.

Relax in the water with essential oils or sea salt. This method is recommended even by doctors. But when using plant extracts, the water should not be higher than 38 °, otherwise the state of health may worsen. After taking a bath, traditional healers recommend eating a teaspoon of honey or jam. nine0003

You can also make a mustard bath. But it is intended only for warming up the legs. A handful of mustard powder is diluted in a bucket of hot (40 °) water. The legs are kept in the solution until perspiration appears on the forehead. The remaining mustard is washed off with warm water.

If the legs are warmed up, then the hands, on the contrary, are kept in cold water, to which pieces of ice are even added. Only in this case you will achieve the desired effect. The hands are kept in the cup until the water warms up.

A short sleep relieves the acuteness of an attack. Even 15-20 minutes will greatly alleviate the condition. After a short rest, drink a cup of aromatic bitter black coffee, and put a bandage moistened with cold water on the forehead. nine0003

A narrow piece of cloth, which is tightly bandaged on the head after rubbing the temples with a menthol pencil or an asterisk, will help alleviate the symptoms of the disease. Do not remove the bandage until complete relief.

You can also do a self-massage using essential oils. To do this, moisten the index fingers in the extract of mint, rose, cornflower, lavender or lemon. Then the oil is rubbed into the temples with circular pressure movements.

Healing herbs

Before you begin treatment and prevention of migraine, follow a daily routine that includes time for work and rest, use only natural products, avoid alcohol and nicotine. nine0003

“Friendship” with coffee will relieve headaches at home, because the alkaloid (caffeine) contained in it promotes vasodilation.

Traditional healers recommend drinking a glass of whey or buttermilk every morning before breakfast.

To prevent a migraine attack, first of all, eliminate mental stress. To calm the nerves, use decoctions and tinctures of medicinal herbs. They are able to reduce pain, as well as prevent the development of an attack. For example, an infusion made from motherwort or valerian roots will help relieve nervous tension. nine0003

Acute pain can be reduced by drinking blackcurrant, viburnum, carrot, potato or spinach juice.

To stop a migraine attack, prepare decoctions of clover, hawthorn, shepherd's purse, Siberian elder flowers, lemon balm, lovage officinalis, dill, rosemary, peppermint, fireweed, three-leaf watch. In addition, green or linden tea relieves pain.

It should be remembered that herbal treatment is a long process. A single intake of juice, decoction or infusion is unlikely to help. The course of treatment is approximately three months. nine0003

Fast relief from pain

Headache is unbearable. Effectively and quickly get rid of it helps the use of onions. To reduce the painful sensations, the vegetable culture is cut into two parts, the halves are applied to the temporal fossae and fixed with a dressing. Pain usually subsides in 5-10 minutes. You can replace the onion with cabbage or lilac leaves. They must be fresh.

As soon as you feel that an attack begins, inhale the vapors of the liquid that is prepared by mixing ammonia and camphor. The ingredients are taken in equal quantities. nine0003

Migraine is a very insidious disease. Every person experiences a seizure differently. Yes, and its cupping is also different. A cup of strong coffee is enough for one person, neither drugs nor folk remedies help another. Migraine treatment is an individual approach. Try different recipes and choose the method that suits you best.

Postscript. Specialists who practice stone therapy (lithotherapy), which is one of the directions of alternative medicine, claim that wearing a string of beads made of lapis lazuli or sagilite helps people suffering from regular attacks to cope with migraines. Natural stones "distract" headaches and effectively relieve them. nine0003

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4. 7 Natural Headache Remedies That Actually Work 7 Natural Headache Remedies That Actually Work

Headache can be caused by a variety of causes: fatigue, stress, nutrient deficiencies and many others. natural remedies for this disease are not only effective in relieving symptoms headache, but are also able to eliminate the causes of its occurrence and do not have side effects. nine0138

1. Water

Surprisingly, often this is all we need. To Unfortunately, many of us suffer from chronic dehydration. And the use coffee, alcohol and sugary drinks only exacerbate the situation. As soon as you feel the symptoms of a coming headache, drink one large glass water. And continue to drink a lot throughout the day. Also increase the amount Water in the body can be eaten by eating vegetables and fruits with a high content of it. Add in your daily diet fresh cucumbers, celery, cabbage, zucchini, spinach, watermelon, grapefruit and orange. nine0003

2. Magnesium

One of the common problems of migraines and headaches is a low level of magnesium in the body. Taking 400-600 mg of magnesium will enhance blood flow to the brain and relieve spasms that cause discomfort. Magnesium can be taken on an ongoing basis - this will reduce the general tendency of the body to occurrence of migraines and headaches. For a quick effect, use liquid nutritional supplements. You can also increase your magnesium levels by adding to your diet. plant foods high in it, such as nuts and seeds, legumes, cereals, avocados, broccoli and bananas. nine0003

3. B vitamins

Deficiency of B vitamins is another possible and common cause of headache. According to one of the theories about the causes of its occurrence, in there are too many tasks for nerve cells, and sometimes the energy to complete them simply does not enough. So, vitamin B12 plays one of the most important roles in the development of the very energy. Often, patients with migraines are prescribed the entire complex of vitamins of the group B, including 8 vitamins: thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, biotin and pantothenic acid. Benefits of B vitamins B is great: they not only relieve headache symptoms, but also improve state of brain cells, blood circulation, as well as the work of the cardiovascular and immune systems. nine0003

4. Essential oils of lavender and pepper mint

The natural properties of these essential oils make them very effective in relieving headaches. When applied to the skin, Peppermint Oil stimulates blood flow to the affected areas, which relieves spasms and relieves pain. Lavender oil works as a sedative and stabilizer moods. Applying oils to relieve headaches is very simple. mix a few drops of both oils in the palms, and then with gentle massaging movements Apply to forehead, temples and back of neck. If the scent is too strong for you, just dilute the mixture with a little almond or coconut oils. It would be ideal to find a quiet place where you can relax, consciously and take a deep breath and wait until the headache starts to let go. nine0003

5. Herbs

pain. Among them is feverfew (feverfew). It has a relaxing effect on constricted blood vessels of the head. This herb has another ability to suppress inflammation and other types of pain. Action feverfew is akin to aspirin, only this remedy is natural and therefore does not have side effects.

Decoctions of chamomile and collection of spring primrose, lavender, rosemary, mint and valerian. nine0003

6. Ginger

Ginger is able to reduce inflammation, including number in blood vessels. For headache relief, prepare hot ginger drink. Pour 3 small pieces of fresh ginger into 2 cups water, bring everything together to a boil and let it brew. In the finished drink for add a slice of lemon and honey to taste. Be sure to inhale when using ginger couples - all together will have a pleasant sedative effect and facilitate headache. nine0003

7. Relaxing bath

cleansing of unnecessary toxins. Try taking a regular detox bath such a recipe. Pour hot water into the bath; temperature should be high enough to stimulate the movement of toxins to the surface of the skin. As the water cools, your body will gradually get rid of harmful substances. toxins. Take this bath once every 7-10 days. Add to water:

1 cup baking soda - it kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and softens the skin,

· essential oils, such as peppermint oil or lavender,

and 2 cups of apple cider vinegar - it is also known for its healing properties, including the ability to relieve headaches, tone the skin and have a beneficial effect on the joints.

Such a variety of natural remedies successfully fight against headache. In general, try to listen to yourself, analyze what could be the cause of the malaise - perhaps this is a changed diet, and the headache is caused by an allergic reaction. Or maybe your body is just dehydrated, or you skipped a meal and your head hurts from low levels blood sugar. nine0003

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