Relief From Headache In Natural Ways
Headache is a common problem, specially among the working crowd. Headache is caused due to several factors, but we can put it under three broad categories -
1.Tension – This is the most common cause of headache. Tension creates a spasm of the muscles at the back of the neck. The muscle spasm gets the tissues over the surface of the cranium and thus, the pain is felt not only on in the neck but also on the forehead.
2.Migraine – Migraine is the abnormality of the nervous system. The strain on the nervous system is caused due to eye strain, shock, stomach disorders etc. Migraine is a chronic disease which needs medical attention.
3.Cluster Headache – Cluster headaches are repetitive and gets back several times in a month. These are generally caused due to constant pressure on the nerves due to alcohol consumption, smoking etc.
Headaches are very disturbing and restricts your attention to the pain alone. At this moment pain killer seems to be the only solution to get relief form headache. Pain killers, however, have side effects. Here are few home remedies to get relief from headache -
1.For chronic headache, eat sliced apple with salt everyday in the morning for a week.
2.Crush lemon crust into a fine powder and make it into a paste with the use of water. Apply this on the forehead. This is quick relief form headache caused due to tension.
3.Apply a small amount of Eucalyptus oil on the center of the head and cover it with a towel dipped in warm water. This is one of the most effective ways of curing pain.
4.Put 3 drops of ghee in your nostrils for a week to get rid of headache from cold.
5.Drink a glass of water with a teaspoon of honey every morning to treat chronic headache.
6.Grind watermelon seeds with poppy seeds and consume three grams of it everyday if you are suffering constant pain.
7.Application of sandalwood paste on the forehead is one of the tradition ways of curing headache.
These seven tips will surely give you quick relief from headache and does not have any side effects. They not only get you relief from headache but also treats it, so that you don't suffer the symptoms again.
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Many thanks for suggesting remedy against head ache. I used to suffer a lot from this but now I seldom get head ache. It is rightly stated that mental tension causes head ache.
To me, it appears that head ache is manifestation of overuse of brain power. Our brain also needs rest. when we continue to think or do mental work without allowing any rest, head ache is the result. Eye stress also causes head ache.
The remedy lies in proper sleep, less or no worries and not burdening brain with too much continuous work.
To me, it appears that head ache is manifestation of overuse of brain power. Our brain also needs rest. when we continue to think or do mental work without allowing any rest, head ache is the result. Eye stress also causes head ache.
The remedy lies in proper sleep, less or no worries and not burdening brain with too much continuous work.
This is one of the most powerful of the headache home remedies. It's somewhat different for everyone, because everyone associates different types of smells with different things. However, there are some aromas that stand out from the crowd as headache killers: peppermint, sandlewood , lavender, and eucalyptus. Try each of these, and combinations. Use essential oils for massage,
Be careful – many companies sell products with these names now that are cheap and may only make your headache worse. Start with quality items, which means the purest essential oils you can find.
Try this – make a compress by putting 5 drops of lavender essential oil in cold (or warm) water. Swish around a soft cloth, then put it on your head or neck.
Be careful – many companies sell products with these names now that are cheap and may only make your headache worse. Start with quality items, which means the purest essential oils you can find.
Try this – make a compress by putting 5 drops of lavender essential oil in cold (or warm) water. Swish around a soft cloth, then put it on your head or neck.
Thankns Neetu for these valuable tips!! I find that headaches mainly are results of overstressing and lack of sleep!
[quote]The tablets like Saridon and Anacin should never be consumed for headaches relief. [/quote]
Why should these be avoided Nagalakshmi? I often take Anacin for headaches!
[quote]The tablets like Saridon and Anacin should never be consumed for headaches relief. [/quote]
Why should these be avoided Nagalakshmi? I often take Anacin for headaches!
Kalyani Nandurkar wrote:
[quote]Thankns Neetu for these valuable tips!! I find that headaches mainly are results of overstressing and lack of sleep!
[quote]The tablets like Saridon and Anacin should never be consumed for headaches relief. [/quote]
Why should these be avoided Nagalakshmi? I often take Anacin for headaches![/quote]
@ Kalyani
if saridon and anacin are taken on regular basis,they can cause nervous breakdown in the long run......
[quote]Thankns Neetu for these valuable tips!! I find that headaches mainly are results of overstressing and lack of sleep!
[quote]The tablets like Saridon and Anacin should never be consumed for headaches relief. [/quote]
Why should these be avoided Nagalakshmi? I often take Anacin for headaches![/quote]
@ Kalyani
if saridon and anacin are taken on regular basis,they can cause nervous breakdown in the long run......
Stress and tension are the number one causes of headaches. By learning to let go of the small things that irritate you, you take your first steps to preventing headaches. The old saying of, choose your battles, is very appropriate for keeping stress at bay. If you have little or no control over a given stressful situation, teach yourself to roll with the punches. Understand that nothing you can do will change the outcome, so learn to make the best of this type of situation.
Another way to get your headaches under control is by controlling your diet
. Many foods will aggravate or ignite a headache. These foods can include, chocolate, caffeine, heavy red meat, cheese, eggs, fatty foods, alcohol and additives and preservatives in packaged or fast foods.
To help relieve the pain of an existing headache, try eating small portions of salad, greens and tomatoes. You can also try drinking warm apple juice or cider or hot water with lemon added.
Another way to get your headaches under control is by controlling your diet
. Many foods will aggravate or ignite a headache. These foods can include, chocolate, caffeine, heavy red meat, cheese, eggs, fatty foods, alcohol and additives and preservatives in packaged or fast foods.
To help relieve the pain of an existing headache, try eating small portions of salad, greens and tomatoes. You can also try drinking warm apple juice or cider or hot water with lemon added.
Food to Cure Headaches
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Whether they be sinus, tension or migraines, headaches are never easy to deal with. An alternative to over-the-counter medications for headache pain relief is to try a more natural remedies. There are many foods that are proven to take away headache pain.
Chili Peppers
1. If your headache is sinus-related, one food cure that might work is to use chili peppers. Chili peppers contain a chemical referred to as capsaicinoids. This is what causes the spicy, eye-watering response for chili pepper eaters. It also gives you a strong feeling that your sinuses have instantly been cleared. Keeping this in mind, it only seems logical that this natural food would work towards clearing up a sinus headache.
Apples
2. We've all heard that eating an apple a day keeps the doctor away. It might also keep headaches away. Apples have so many wonderful contributions to health. In addition to keeping skin and hair looking beautiful, they can be used to treat tension headaches. Incorporating them into your regular diet regimen might relieve headaches, but also reduce the onset.
Goji Berries
3. The goji berry is found in the Himalayan Mountains. They are known to have healing qualities due to their intense vitamin content. The goji berry is a headache remedy, as it is full of many antioxidants and needed proteins. This cure can be used as a cereal topper, smoothie or taken in its natural form.
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Whether they be sinus, tension or migraines, headaches are never easy to deal with. An alternative to over-the-counter medications for headache pain relief is to try a more natural remedies. There are many foods that are proven to take away headache pain.
Chili Peppers
1. If your headache is sinus-related, one food cure that might work is to use chili peppers. Chili peppers contain a chemical referred to as capsaicinoids. This is what causes the spicy, eye-watering response for chili pepper eaters. It also gives you a strong feeling that your sinuses have instantly been cleared. Keeping this in mind, it only seems logical that this natural food would work towards clearing up a sinus headache.
Apples
2. We've all heard that eating an apple a day keeps the doctor away. It might also keep headaches away. Apples have so many wonderful contributions to health. In addition to keeping skin and hair looking beautiful, they can be used to treat tension headaches. Incorporating them into your regular diet regimen might relieve headaches, but also reduce the onset.
Goji Berries
3. The goji berry is found in the Himalayan Mountains. They are known to have healing qualities due to their intense vitamin content. The goji berry is a headache remedy, as it is full of many antioxidants and needed proteins. This cure can be used as a cereal topper, smoothie or taken in its natural form.
Steam Remedies
# When you have a sinus headache, you are experiencing pain due to the pressure caused by congestion in your head. You need to get rid of that congestion, and the departure of the headache will follow.
Inhaling steam laced with apple cider vinegar can get rid of your headache almost instantly. Mix ½ cup of apple cider vinegar with ½ cup of water and bring the mixture to a boil in a covered saucepan on the stove. When it boils, remove from the heat and let stand for a minute. Lift the cover and slowly inhale the steam through your nose. This is a potent inhalant, so take it a little at a time. Your nose will start to sting. It will then start to drain and provide you with instant relief. You can repeat this throughout the day until your congestion is completely gone. Apple cider vinegar contains a natural antibiotic, so you are also medicating any infection that may be festering in your sinus cavities. This is one of the best home remedies for a sinus headache.
If there is no apple cider vinegar in the house, an inhalant of plain steam will help with the decongestion process that is needed to get rid of your sinus headache. Peppermint oil can be added for an extra soothing effect.
Comfort Remedies
# For comfort, you can lie in a dark room with your head back to help with the draining of your sinuses. This old home remedy has been practiced for years. A cool, damp washcloth laid across your forehead will help with the pain. A half- hour of sleep while using this method might be just what the doctor ordered. Many people claim that a smudge of menthol vapor rub under the nose along with lying down will also help to ease this type of headache. A paste made of water and ground cinnamon that is spread on your forehead is also a home remedy that can provide relief
# When you have a sinus headache, you are experiencing pain due to the pressure caused by congestion in your head. You need to get rid of that congestion, and the departure of the headache will follow.
Inhaling steam laced with apple cider vinegar can get rid of your headache almost instantly. Mix ½ cup of apple cider vinegar with ½ cup of water and bring the mixture to a boil in a covered saucepan on the stove. When it boils, remove from the heat and let stand for a minute. Lift the cover and slowly inhale the steam through your nose. This is a potent inhalant, so take it a little at a time. Your nose will start to sting. It will then start to drain and provide you with instant relief. You can repeat this throughout the day until your congestion is completely gone. Apple cider vinegar contains a natural antibiotic, so you are also medicating any infection that may be festering in your sinus cavities. This is one of the best home remedies for a sinus headache.
If there is no apple cider vinegar in the house, an inhalant of plain steam will help with the decongestion process that is needed to get rid of your sinus headache. Peppermint oil can be added for an extra soothing effect.
Comfort Remedies
# For comfort, you can lie in a dark room with your head back to help with the draining of your sinuses. This old home remedy has been practiced for years. A cool, damp washcloth laid across your forehead will help with the pain. A half- hour of sleep while using this method might be just what the doctor ordered. Many people claim that a smudge of menthol vapor rub under the nose along with lying down will also help to ease this type of headache. A paste made of water and ground cinnamon that is spread on your forehead is also a home remedy that can provide relief
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