Today’s post is geared specifically towards migraine sufferers, so that means that it will only be appropriate for 28,000,000 (yes that’s 28 million) people in America.
I suffered from migraines for over 10 miserable years. The worst part is that people who don’t suffer from them will say ignorant things like “It’s just a headache. Just take some aspirin and move on.” It is insulting to be told that. If you’ve never had one you don’t know about:
- the sensitivity to light
- the ringing in the ears
- that sharp pain right behind your eye
- the vomiting
Only a few side effects of migraines. People don’t understand and I wouldn’t wish that kind of pain on anyone.
When I was younger my mom was always taking me to the doctor because of them and the doctor would always prescribe some drug or recommend some OTC medication to help me out once I got a headache but the only thing that consistently worked would be to sleep it off. But even then I wanted to prevent these headaches from occurring. All of these “fixes” were to be taken after I had got a headache.
I tried to be more proactive and I started out by cutting out all the “trigger” foods such as chocolate and caffeine, but I still got them. So I eventually just gave up and figured I would just have to live with them.
But here’s the happy ending you’ve been waiting for. I found my relief by taking a liquid B12 supplement with folic acid. I have referred this practice to others who have used it with much success. The best part is that this proves there is hope for migraine suffer and upon further research I stumbled upon an article that i wanted to share with my readers:
Natural Ways to Relieve Migraine Headache
by Alvin Toh
Migraine is a throbbing headache that often has other accompanying symptoms. Some of these symptoms include light sensitivity, nausea and extreme pain on one side of the head. A migraine headache can be debilitating. Doctors often prescribe drug medications; however, these may not always work and can have side effects. Many migraine sufferers resort to home remedies and herbal remedies as natural ways to relieve migraine.
Here are some migraine home remedies that you can try.
Most sufferers experience repeated migraine attacks and recognize early signs of one that is starting. When you feel the first signs of a migraine, drink a caffeinated beverage. The caffeine helps open constricted blood vessels and can shorten the duration and severity of a migraine.
A bath or shower may ease the symptoms at the beginning of a migraine. Use aromatherapy bath gels or salts to aid relaxation. Try lavender, peppermint, Melissa, bay, eucalyptus or jasmine oils which all have properties that can minimize migraine symptoms. These essential oils can also be diluted and applied to the skin or inhaled. Mix them with another oil, such as almond or sesame oil before applying to the skin.
Since tension often spurs a migraine, easing muscle tension with a massage can be beneficial. A facial massage can easily be done by you. Apply pressure to your face using your thumbs. Move your thumbs in small circular motions on your forehead and cheeks.
Apply a cool compress or towel to the forehead and sit in a quiet, darkened room. Many migraine sufferers report sensitivity to light and sound, especially during the beginning phase of a migraine. You can also try a warm foot soak. This soothes you and promotes blood circulation throughout the body.
Drink plenty of liquids. The migraine itself may cause you to urinate more than usual. To make up for this liquid loss in the body you should consume more water or juice. Dehydration causes headaches and can actually increase the pain of a migraine so be sure you keep up on your liquid intake for the duration of the migraine.
Stress can be a migraine trigger. Learning to control stress in your life can successfully eliminate this trigger, thus preventing migraine. There are several ways to manage stress and promote relaxation. Meditation uses rhythmic breathing to calm the mind and focuses your mental energy inward. Exercise is an excellent way to relieve built up stress. A regular exercise regime will keep stress at bay. Yoga combines stretching and meditation, and can be practiced almost anywhere. To reduce stress, maintain a regular schedule and don’t try to take on too much.
Natural migraine remedies can be used alone or in combination with other treatments. If you are on prescribed medications, discuss with your doctor before taking any herbal remedies. Chronic headaches may indicate an underlying health problem or illness. It is important to obtain a proper medical diagnosis from your doctor before proceeding with any remedies.
Migraine is a common cause of suffering in most people, resulting in lost work days. There is no need to live with the pain of a migraine headache. Visit our website for daily update migraine headache resources and natural ways to relieve migraine at http://www.relievemigraineheadache.com/hom
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Mike T Smith
