What will stop a headache?

Headaches are annoying and can ruin your day. Whether it’s caused by stress, allergies or the fact that you didn’t drink enough water today, there is no denying how much they suck. But fear not, we’ve got your back (and head) with these tried and tested methods to help stop a headache in its tracks.

The Power of Water

Staying hydrated is important for overall health but especially for preventing headaches. Dehydration affects brain function which leads to headaches and migraines. So, if you’ve been slacking off on drinking water lately then it’s time to step up your game.

Drink more water: Set reminders throughout the day so that you don’t forget about hydrating yourself regularly.

Incorporate electrolytes into your diet: Electrolytes are essential minerals that play an important role in regulating fluid balance within our bodies. You can find them in foods like spinach, nuts, beans & avocado amongst others.

Get Moving

Sitting at a desk all day can cause tension headaches from poor posture or too much screen time without taking adequate breaks.

Stretching exercises: Take regular breaks -once every hour- and stretch out those muscles! Do simple stretches such as neck rolls (gently roll your head around one shoulder then towards other shoulder), arm circles (Circle arms forward continuously while keeping hands relaxed), leg stretches and side bends to ease muscle tension that causes headaches.

Aromatherapy Anyone!

Essential oils have been used for centuries for medicinal purposes including pain relief via aromatherapy – inhaling aromatic fragrances from concentrated plant extracts using diffusers or vaporizers – reducing inflammation providing relaxation etc., where appropriate application follows product instructions carefully.

Some common oils to consider include:

  • Peppermint Oil: Used topically & orally helps reduce migraine duration
  • Lavender Oil: Reduces stress & promotes relaxation
  • Eucalyptus Oil: Relieves sinus pressure & headaches

Put the Electronics Away

Digital screens emit technology produced blue light that disrupts sleep which in turn causes fatigue and tension. Poor sleep quality, Inadequate amount of rest combined with blue light exposure from digital devices fatigues your eyes and lead to headaches.

Turn off electronic devices: Shut down all screens or limit their use where possible few minutes before bedtime at least an hour, reduce screen brightness when indoors (Settings-> Display& Brightness-> Reduce White Point)

Use Anti-glare glasses: They block blue-light that’s emitted by digital screens thus reducing eyestrain/headaches caused by intense usage.

Pressure Points, Anyone?

Pressure points are specific spots on the body where applying pressure for a period can relieve muscle disruptions alleviate tension experienced during headaches or bone-related disorders – migraine especially. Techniques used like acupuncture help target different areas which equate to relief upon stimulation.

Here are various acupressure points:

  • Temple region-(Space between eyebrows slightly above midline) : Press firmly fingertips onto temples (use gentle circular motions).
  • Bridge of nose – Apply moderate finger pressure underneath eyebrows quite gently.
  • Scalp Massage – Using palms apply steady cyclic motion to crown targeting base hair root.

Nutritional Changes

Diet changes may help regulate nutrient deficiency impairing brain function leading anaemic effects causing pain in return after dealing with instances eg PMS Symptoms due menstrual cycle hormone changes e.g melatonin deficiency is prevalent .

Food modifications prevent deficiencies include :

  • Lower Caffeine Intake – High dietary caffeine intake exacerbates headache symptoms hence reduces its occurrence chances. Try drinking decaf coffee/caffeine-free substitutes if you’re suffering from regular migraines/headaches.

Note: Ensure caffienated food intake does not exceed 100mg per day:- this includes caffeine pills, chocolate or soft drinks.

  • Sweet treats limit: Low carbohydrate diet including lower sugar intake helps control headaches better.

Don’t Stress Too Much

Stress is a normal part of everyday life. However, when stress becomes overwhelming and chronic it can trigger physical symptoms like muscle tension, chronic unexplained pain in the neck/shoulder region which that manifest into worse encounters i.e debilitating migraines/headaches. It’s important to find personal stress-busters that work for you as best possible such as:

Breathing Exercises: Deep breathing lowers your heart rate while increasing oxygen levels reduces anxiety & distress

Defeat Overthinking: distract yourself from overanalyzing tasks worked on all day by engaging with humor among friends/family or adopting hobbies – i.e reading.

When All Else Fails, Medicate

Sometimes despite incorporating all other methods listed above the headache still lingers leaving sufferers feeling helpless but don’t worry yet there are medications too help alleviate such pain.

Here are some medication options available:

  • NSAIDS (Nonsteroidal anti-Inflammatory drugs) – medications prescribed often described for mild-to-moderate pain relief recommended doses include Aspirin/Ibuprofen lasting several hours of action.
  • Triptans : Medications helpful especially if suffering from a migraine attack

Stay Alert!

By following these simple tips keeping our heads healthy will no longer be dependent on mere luck thereby minimizing chances occurring further headaches/migraines being seen subsequent visits to hospitals. Health is wealth so remember just because we humans enjoy our meals doesn’t mean the body wouldn’t respond accordingly when not given what it needs—an adequate lifestyle leads to living free of dreaded excruciating diseases!

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