What to do if you have migraine headaches?

Migraines suck, no question about it. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from these debilitating headaches, then you know all too well how frustrating they can be. One day you’re feeling fine and dandy; the next, there’s an icepick lodged in your brain that just won’t go away.

But fear not! There are plenty of things you can do to make life a little more bearable when migraine strikes. In this article, we’ll explore some simple yet effective ways to cope with headaches and minimize their impact on your day-to-day life.

Hunker Down and Ride It Out

When the pain hits full force, it can feel like something out of a horror movie – but don’t panic! Now is where deep breathing techniques come into play. Sit down in a quiet room or lay flat on the ground until the worst has passed . Putting pressure on specific points might help alleviate any symptoms such as squeezing stress points near temples. Massaging this area could also ease some tension built up by migraines.

Sleep Can Be Your Bestie Friend

One thing most migraine sufferers have in common? They hate light… bright anything makes us cringe during those painful bouts. So guess what? Turn off that damn laptop or computer screen and focus human person! Try taking naps during attacks since sleep provides gentle stimulation for recovery Of course same old mistake caused returning migrains – putting head down wrongly!

Food For Thought: That Gut Intel:

“Say bellyache!” Seriously though folks (sorry couldn’t resist). While food may seem unrelated to headache triggers at first glance – remember our gut ‘hook-up’ straightly affects our health sistagirls/bruvs! Avoid foods rich in tyramine; which includes many processed meats & cheeses plus anything fermented- so sad you’re gonna have to ditch the red-wine Iknowright?

A Bit of Stretching Never Hurts (Much)

Sometimes tension and knotted muscles can give rise to migraine. Gentle stretching such as ‘neck roll’, yoga or tai chi could help relieve this tension without putting too much pressure on your delicate noggin! That being said- avoid inverting or head standing poses.

Treat Your Brain… Like a Muscle!

Brains are often forgot about, but they need TLC too you know. If in pain or feeling like hot garbage – put yourself into time out by relaxing with some music, apps/games that are specifically designed for relaxation/ meditation e.g . Headspace offers guided sessions which can be done from home also Open-monitor style sounds like waves at beach is a purrrfect alternative if headphones aren’t an option

Take Your Vitamins

Water soluble vitamins including b-complex & C may just hold the golden ticket relief wise…but potassium salt can be helpful relievers for muscle tone regulation.. Get over 9000 IU daily vitamin D also boosts calcium uptake while covering Vitamin D helps boosting central endorphins level…

Phew! And there you have it folks – some simple and effective methods of coping through migraines. Of course, pain management isn’t always easy-but remember to eat well, rest better back up with those sunglasses sis, hydrate well during attacks and take one day at a time – after all no amount of stress will cure headaches

Remember that there’s no instant miracle-cure we’re aware off BUT focussing on our mental health + exercise / supplements makes every ailment easier to manage 👌🏽

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