Take Some Ginger:
A small recent study found that taking ginger, in addition to regular over-the-counter pain meds, eased pain for people in the ER with migraines. Another found that it worked almost as well as prescription migraine meds. You can try a supplement or brew some tea.
Massage with Peppermint Oil:
Peppermint is especially useful in opening-up clogged blood vessels – the primary cause of headaches. Peppermint consists of menthol, which helps regulate blood flow. In case of a headache, you can massage your temples or your neck with a mixture of a few drops of peppermint oil and one tablespoon of almond oil.
Take Some Lavender Oil:
Lavender is known for its refreshing fragrance, but it is also an effective remedy against headaches. Taking whiffs of a tissue soaked in lavender oil can have a soothing effect. You can also add a few drops of lavender oil to two cups of boiling water and inhale the steam. Alternatively, you can mix two or three drops of the oil in one tablespoon of almond oil or olive oil and massage it on your forehead.
Take Some Cinnamon:
Cinnamon is yet another spice that has a soothing effect on headaches. The best way to use it is to grind some cinnamon sticks into a powder. Add some water to prepare a thick paste and apply the same on your forehead to get instant relief from headache. You can wash the paste after 30 minutes.
Take Some Cloves:
Cloves have pain-relieving properties. The simplest way to use it is to put a crushed clove in a sachet or a clean handkerchief and inhale the same. You can even make a paste using two drops of clove oil, a tablespoon of coconut oil, sea salt, and massage your forehead with it.
Take Some Basil:
Basil is a strong-scented herb which is known to have analgesic benefits. The oil works well against headaches caused by tension and tight muscles. Put three to four fresh basil leaves in boiling water and consume it with a little honey to relieve headache.
Drink Caffeinated Tea or Coffee:
Sipping on beverages that contain caffeine, such as tea or coffee, may provide relief when you are experiencing a headache.
Caffeine improves mood, increases alertness and constricts blood vessels, all of which can have a positive effect on headache symptoms.
It also helps increase the effectiveness of common medications used to treat headaches, such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen.
However, caffeine withdrawal has also been shown to cause headaches if a person regularly consumes large amounts of caffeine and suddenly stops.
Therefore, people who get frequent headaches should be mindful of their caffeine intake.
Stay Hydrated:
Inadequate hydration may lead you to develop a headache.
In fact, studies have demonstrated that chronic dehydration is a common cause of tension headaches and migraines.
Drinking water has been shown to relieve headache symptoms in most dehydrated individuals within 30 minutes to three hours.
To help avoid dehydration headaches, focus on drinking enough water throughout the day and eating water-rich foods.
Staying hydrated is critical during pregnancy. Since most pregnant women suffer from dehydration, they are likely to suffer from headaches. Having a tall glass of mineral water 8-10 times a day should resolve this concern.
Hydrotherapy (Hot/Cold Compress):
Hydrotherapy, the therapeutic use of hot and cold, is a helpful and safe remedy for treating headaches during pregnancy. Apply a hot pack to the head and the back of the neck. It can be paired by similarly applying an ice pack afterwards to maximize the relief.
Applying cold or frozen compresses to the neck or head area decreases inflammation, slows nerve conduction and constricts blood vessels, all of which help reduce headache.
To make a cold compress, fill a waterproof bag with ice and wrap it in a soft towel. Apply the compress to the back of the neck, head or temples for headache relief.
Try Massage by hand:
You can do it yourself. A few minutes massaging your forehead, neck, and temples can help ease a tension headache, which may result from stress. Or apply gentle, rotating pressure to the painful area.
Get medical care right away for:
1. A headache that follows a head injury
2. A headache along with dizziness, speech problems, confusion, or other neurological symptoms
3. A severe headache that comes on suddenly
4. A headache that gets worse even after you take pain medications
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