Amazing Natural Remedies To Say Goodbye To Headaches

To combat headaches we can take advantage of the properties of some natural ingredients that will help us relieve it without causing any side effects.

Within what is known as a headache, there are actually different types of pain, from the typical tension headache, to the debilitating migraine.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO),  headaches or migraines are the most common ailment in  the nervous system, a problem that is little known today and that does not always receive adequate treatment.

The most common type of headache is the tension one. This occurs due to the strain on the muscles of the shoulders, neck, scalp and jaw. It usually relates to stress, depression and anxiety.

You may have a tendency to suffer from this type of headache if:

• You work a lot.
• You are not getting enough sleep.
• Skip meals.
• Consume alcoholic beverages.

Not all headaches require medical attention. However,  sometimes these can be indicators of a more  serious disorder. Inform your doctor if they are very sudden and serious.

At the same time, you should immediately consult a professional doctor if:

• You have a headache after a stroke
• It occurs along with neck stiffness, fever, confusion, loss of consciousness, pain in the eyes or ears.

Head pain is caused by several reasons. Before taking any natural remedies or taking pills, find out about the cause of the pain and, if it is very regular and frequent, the ideal thing is to consult a doctor.

Below we present some cheap and effective natural remedies that you can prepare at home.

Ginger

The ginger rhizome has the property of inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, the substances responsible for the onset of pain. Up to 10 g of ginger dissolved in infusion can be taken every day.

You can substitute it for an analgesic, as it will not cause any side effects.  It is worth trying it out and seeing how it works.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of ginger (10 g)
• ½ glass of water (125 ml)

Preparation

• Put the water in a saucepan for 3 minutes.
• When the water is warm, add the ginger and leave it to soak for another 2 minutes.
• Drink it cold for a greater effect.

Essential oils

Aromatherapy is another interesting way to relieve headaches that is worth trying. Essential oils provide relief, help circulation and reduce stress.

They also have many other health benefits and boost your immune system without causing damage to your vital organs.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon of the essential oil of your choice (5 ml).
• 1 glass of water (250 ml).
• 2 towels to moisten.

Preparation

• In a saucepan, pour the water and essential oil.
• Heat over low heat for three minutes.
• Let the mixture cool and moisten the towels with it.
• Put them on your forehead and neck and let them work for between 20 minutes and half an hour.

Infusion of matricaria

You can find dried matricaria flowers in health food stores. This plant is well known for treating migraines and headaches.

Thanks to its essential oils, based on alpha-pinene, borneol, lactones, phytosterols and tannins, it  acts as a great anti-inflammatory, offering effects similar to those of an analgesic. It is a good sedative and we can take it between 1 and 2 times a day.

Note: If you are pregnant or taking any anticoagulant medication, it is not recommended that you use this infusion.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon of matricaria (5 g)
• 1 glass of water (250 ml)

Preparation

• In a saucepan, heat the water and add the teaspoon of matricaria.
• When it boils, remove it from the heat and let it rest.
• It is recommended to take it when it is always lukewarm for a better effect.

Chamomile infusion

We already know that chamomile is one of the most used medicinal plants due to its multiple properties. One of its therapeutic applications concerns the elimination of headaches.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tablespoons of chamomile (20 g)
• The juice of 1 lemon
• 1 glass of water (250 ml)

Preparation

• Pour the water and chamomile into a saucepan.
• Heat over low heat for 5 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and let it rest.
• Add the lemon before serving.
• Drink it preferably lukewarm.

If you are in constant pain, what we tell you below will be very helpful

Consume more vitamin B2

When we talk about  vitamin B2, we refer to riboflavin, which is found in most green leafy vegetables,  eggs, nuts and flours.

There are many people who have magnesium deficiencies and also have a low level of this type of vitamin. This causes them muscle aches, cramps, eye problems, acne and, of course, headaches.

If you notice that you are continually tired, if your nails break easily, if your hair is very brittle, you suffer from various infections and headaches are a constant in your life, try to improve your diet.

Check the triggering agents

As is always the case with most pains, a fantastic way to deal with both tension headaches and migraines is by controlling the triggering agents. So, you have to take into account this series of aspects:

• Avoid dairy products, wine, processed cheeses and very tasty foods.
• Check the focus of your stress.
• Bear in mind that  hormonal changes always act as triggers. You must therefore be prepared during PMS.

For example, try to lead a relaxed life, drink more, make no effort and avoid the foods mentioned above.

• Strong smells, lights, smoke, and heat or sudden changes in temperature also act as triggers for headaches.

We invite you to try the effectiveness of these remedies yourself and to follow the advice specified above. In this way, you will be able to lead a healthier life and away from this annoyance.