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Herbs have medicinal value. They relieve pain, clear clogged ENT system and therefore calm any associated symptoms such as headaches. Headaches may be one way that the body tries to communicate to you that something is not right.
You may have a deficiency in a particular vitamin or mineral thus you experience a headache. Allergies also initiate headaches. If you become ill, the body may respond by allowing a headache to ruin your day. Colds, flu and respiratory infections exhibit headaches as a symptom.
Headache Triggers
The following situations may trigger headaches.
1. Allergies
2. Stress
3. Illnesses, e.g., colds and flu
4. Deficiencies in the body
5. Imbalances (Hormonal, Vitamin, and Mineral)
6. Dehydration
7. Hereditary Factors (Certain genes that run in the family)
Essential oils and herbs relieve headaches. Not all herbs relieve pain, but the ones that do, have a high success rate. There are no side effects when using herbs. This is an advantage in today’s world where many people are trying to stay healthy. Medication and pills for headache relief usually cause a deficiency elsewhere in the body leading to a cycle of painkiller dependence.
For instance, Magnesium in low levels will result in a headache and painkillers that deplete magnesium in the body may relieve a particular headache at the expense of your future health. Sooner or later, you will end up having a more severe headache because the body is trying to signal you of a shortage in magnesium. This cycle creates a health crisis that herbs do not create. The following herbs will not cause repeat headaches. They have been reputed as effective headache remedies.
Lavender has sedative properties. It also enhances good moods. It relieves headaches especially the ones associated with Migraines. Migraine headaches are usually hereditary. They have no underlying cause just faulty genes. Peppermint essential oil is good for relieving tension associated headaches. It is also effective on headaches caused by stress or a heavy workout at the gym. Peppermint produces a cooling effect on the skin causing tension in muscles to dissipate. It is the source for menthol. Menthol unblocks clogged respiratory systems and blocked noses due to colds and flu. Therefore, it is effective against illness caused headaches.
Feverfew herb is also effective against migraines. It relieves the symptoms that are associated with this type of headache such as light sensitivity. It also reduces sensitivity to sounds. Noise increases migraine longevity. Feverfew reduces the sensitivity to noise and loud sounds. Feverfew herb also curbs nausea and vomiting bouts. Butterbur herb is a natural beta blocker. It inhibits any chemicals causing inflammation from being released. It is effective on migraines.
Ginger is a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory agent. It helps to reduce tension in muscles and blood vessels. This allows for proper blood circulation. It can be added to water when trying to beat dehydration. It works on any headaches triggered by dehydration when ingested with water. Also useful for allergy related headache since it acts against inflammation. Allergens cause inflammation which is known as an allergy. Since lemon is known for its excellent cleansing properties, it relieves headaches when the body metabolism works fine as a result of toxin removal through cleansing. It is useful against any headaches associated with hormonal imbalances and Vitamin C deficiencies.
Mint Juice is extracted from the leaves of the herb and applied on the temples and the forehead. The soothing effect of the menthol in the juice relieves headaches. Basil is a natural analgesic. It is also calming and relaxes tense muscles. The leaves can be chewed or made into an herbal tea. Basil oil can also be massaged on the temples. Cayenne Pepper is a medicinal herb. It is used as a spice for that chili effect on meals. Apart from being a spice, one health benefit is its ability to cure headaches. It improves blood flow by acting on the vein structure. It treats intestinal ulcers, rectifies stomach muscles and reduces high blood pressure. Since it corrects symptoms of illnesses, it relieves any associated headaches. Inhaling the smell of crushed cloves relieves headaches associated with allergies since cloves have anti-inflammatory properties. It gives immediate pain relief and produces a cooling effect when inhaled. Going herbal instead of popping pills will keep you out of the hospital in the long run. The probability of getting a drug induced mineral deficiency is little to none.