Safe & Effective: Natural Headache Cures

Amy Taylor October 27, 2015

Every one of us suffers from headache once in a while. And everyone would agree that when headache strikes, the rest of the day gets so much difficult to deal with. Headache can range from mild to nagging and debilitating. And too often, we resort to popping a pill to alleviate the pain.

Sure, medication is one of the easiest ways to treat headaches. But there are safer and more effective cures - some of which you can find in your kitchen.

Massage

Many people find that a gentle pressure on the temples can provide temporary relief from headache. A study carried out by researchers from New Zealand found that migraine sufferers had less frequent pain and better sleep in weeks that they received massage. Meanwhile, a 2010 study by Spanish researchers found that patients with recurring tension headaches demonstrated reduction in stress and fewer symptoms after a thirty-minute massage.

Water

Dehydration could spur many symptoms, including headache. Make sure you are drinking enough fluids all throughout the day, instead of downing a glass or two only during meals.

Stress Management

Stress can cause headaches - terrible ones. The more stress you have in your life, the more likely you can get a headache. Learn how to manage your stress levels. Practising yoga or meditation, exercising regularly, and keeping company with positive people are all great ways to reduce stress. Managing stress does not only keep headaches at bay. It also reduces your risk of developing more serious health problems, such as heart disease.

Regular Exercise

A vigorous workout while in the middle of a throbbing headache may not be a good idea, but incorporating exercise in your daily regime is a wonderful way to prevent headaches. A 2009 study by Swedish researchers found fewer and less intense headache episodes among migraine sufferers after adopting a regular cycling routine.

Proper Diet

Yes, your diet could be causing your headache too. Junk food, as well as those that have high amount of preservatives and sugar may trigger headache as they boost inflammation in your body. Meanwhile,