Natural Headache Relief

Some ways of finding natural relief for headaches include trying herbs and other non-drug treatments, as well as lifestyle changes (such as physical activity, a healthy diet, or relaxation techniques). Two of the most common herbs used for getting rid of headaches are peppermint and feverfew. Natural remedies can also include eating heart-healthy foods and getting an adequate amount of sleep.

An Overview of Natural Remedies for Headaches

The term "headache" is used to describe aching or pain that occurs in the head, face, mouth, or neck. It is one of the most common symptoms experienced by people worldwide. In fact, up to 40 percent of people experience at least one severe headache per year. In most cases, these headaches are related to stress or tension (these are known as tension headaches).
 
There are many over-the-counter and prescription medicines that can provide headache relief. These medicines have been studied in clinical trials and have been shown to be effective at decreasing the severity and duration of headache pain. However, what if you are looking for natural headache relief?
 
Of course, with any common ailment like headaches, it seems like everyone has a remedy that is "guaranteed" to work. However, most of these remedies have not been studied in clinical trials, so it is difficult to say if they have any effect on headaches.
 
Regardless, if you are looking for natural remedies, there are some things that you might find helpful. These include herbs and other non-drug treatments. There are also a number of lifestyle changes that can help prevent headaches in the first place, or help decrease their severity.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
 
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