Natural treatment for migraines???

Question

No drugs no nothing please.

Do you know anything that can be done natural that helps??

Any directions?

Thank you!

Answer 1

i can't ever get rid of my migranes without any drugs....some people lcok themself in a dark quiet room and sleep it off but mine get so bad i can't sleep and they get worse as time goes on

Answer 2

Put your left hand on the left side of your head and then your right hand on the right side of your head. Use two of your fingers on your right hand and two fingers on your left hand and do a circular massage on both sides of your head just over your eyes.... It definetly works, relaxes you and your migrane goes.

Answer 3

You need to ensure that you are hydrating your body properly........... at least 2 - 3 litres of water per day......There are those that say you only need 4 or five glasses per day, but how about if you are dehydrating yourself by drinking coffee, tea, sodas and soft drinks and alcohol?? for each cup of coffee you drink the caffeine will trick your brain into thinking that it has plenty of water to spare and hence your body will excrete about 2 cups of water ~ putting you behind the 8 ball to start with.

Sodas and soft drinks are worse ~ for each can you drink your body will excrete up to 12 cups of water !! Scary hey! sodas and soft drinks and caffeine containing beverages will also do a fine job of robbing you of your precious B complex of vitamins which are so essential for healthy neural, digestive and immune system functioning.

Chemical additives to foods and drinks and even those contained in perfumes and body sprays can  also play a big part in the cause of migraines and headaches........  aspartame laced products will produce a vast array of symptoms if ingested in sufficient quantities or if you are intolerant to them.

Check out this link on the side affects of aspartame ~

http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartame-sid...

Ever wake up in the morning, have your morning coffee or tea and get to work and just can't stop yawning?? That's because your body needs water to breath, transport nutrients all over your body, for our digestive tracts to work properly, to lubricate our joints effectively etc.etc.etc........ water ie ~ fresh filtered water, is the single most important thing you can focus on.

After all, the happiest and healthiest body is always going to be the most hydrated one.

Also, if you are lactose intolerant or a vegetarian then you really do need to supplement your diet with a multi B complex supplement ~ a deficiency in vitamin B3 (niacin) will produce negative personality changes in a person and will also produce headaches and migraines, diahorrea, depression, itching skin.

Make sure you buy a supplement including all the B's ie ~ B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B12 as they work best together.........  don't buy any of the B complex of vitamins individually but rather as a whole complex unless told to by a nutritionally oriented physician or naturopath.

Eat more foods rich in this vitamin ie ~ fish, lean meats, whole wheat products, brewer's yeast, liver, eggs, roasted peanuts, the white meat of poultry, avocadoes, dates, figs and prunes.

Foods rich in vitamin B3 will also eliminate canker sores and often times bad breath too. it will give you healthier looking skin, increase circulation and reduce high blood pressure. It is necessary for a healthy nervous system and brain functions.

iburofen and Tylenol will do a fine job of ripping you off of your essential complex of B vitamins .............. hence, they may work to start with but fail to actually cure the cause and only serve to bandaid the symptoms.

Also, foods rich in magnesium have been shown to be usefull for alleviating the pain of migraine attacks ie ~leafy and green vegies, fresh fishes such as tuna, sardines, salmon and whiting, organic nuts and seeds (organic to avoid the nasty sulfites and chemicals that the commercial varieties are often preserved with) and wholegrain breads and cereals (if you can tolerate wheat)......... foods rich in magnesium will also help in resolving any issues with constipation that you may, help to resolve an acid tummy and also aid in helping you deal with the stressy every day life situations we are all exposed to ........ magnesium is known as the antistress mineral.

Iron deficiency can also cause nasty nasty headaches and migraines ........ do you eat enough iron rich foods?? Other symptoms of iron deficiency anemia are fatigue and exhaustion, paleness of skin, dizzy spells and fainting feelings, excessive feelings of being cold and irritability and moodiness.

A good way to check if you have iron deficiency anemia is to look at the coloring of the inner lid of your bottom eyelid ........ pasty and white means that you are anemic, rich and red is healthy and not anemic.

foods rich in iron are ~ beef, liver, red meat, dried organic peaches, egg yolks, oysters, organic nuts, beans, asparagus, unsulphured organic molasses and oatmeal ............ organic with nuts and dried fruits and molasses to avoid nasty sulfites and chemicals that they use to "preserve" the commercial varieties that will most likely upset sensitive bodies ♥

hope this helps a bit

Answer 4

Apple cider vinegar every day is supposed to help.

Answer 5

1 Tbsp Blackstrapp molasses every morning mixed in a shot of coffee (for taste) will rid you of headaches.

You can do it twice a day if necessary, but it is excellent preventative measure. Will work to get rid of one though.

You can find in organic section of major grocer.

Answer 6

Try a cold, damp washcloth on your forehead while lying in a dark room. I like to put the washcloth in the freezer after wetting it.

I also find that lying very still helps. Moving at all seems to aggravate it.

Answer 7

Very natural and free way to cure migraine in any part of the world.Start today and within 4 months(for most people) the migraine will be gone.Remember it is the duration and timing of the exercises that helps the body get enough oxygen and stimulus to fight the underlying cause of the migraine.You will notice the difference in days. Drink warm water.

Build up your timing gradually.If you feel tired or dizzy, stop and resume after 1 minute.

Kapalbhati -(Do it before eating) Push air forcefully out through the nose about once per second. Stomach will itself go in(contract in). The breathing in(through the nose) will happen automatically. Establish a rhythm and do for upto 15 minutes twice a day.(Max 60 min/day) Not for pregnant women. Seriously ill people do it gently.

Anulom Vilom -  Close your right nostril with thumb and deep breath-in through left nostril  

then – close left nostril with two fingers and breath-out through right nostril  

then -keeping the left nostril closed  deep breath-in through right nostril

then - close your right nostril with thumb and breath-out through left nostril.

This is one cycle of anulom vilom.

Repeat this cycle for 20 to 30  minutes twice a day(maximum 60 minutes in one day).

You can do this before breakfast/lunch/dinner or before bedtime or in bed.Remember to take deep breaths into the lungs.

Bhramri Pranayam -Close eyes. Close ears with thumb, index finger on forehead, and rest three fingers on base of nose touching eyes. Breathe in through nose. And now breathe out through nose while humming like a bee.

Duration : 5 to 15 times

Answer 8

Get yourself to a good alternative health professional.  You proabaly don't live near us but I have listed our therapy site so that you can read up on it a bit.

Answer 9

I agree with witchy and karissa on fevefew..also heard of witchy peppermint thing before too,

Answer 10

See a Chiropractor!!

Answer 11

Hi, have you tried a herb called feverfew.

You can get this as a herbal capsule or you can grow it yourself.Buy a plant from a herbal garden centre. If you eat 4 leaves a day in a sandwich this could be a good preventative.

Also use 1 drop of peppermint oil ,massaged into the base of you skull, which is antispasmodic and also keeps the blood flowing freely and inhale 2 drops of lavender from a tissue.

Answer 12

There has been studies that show that a deficiency in Magnesium and other trace minerals  can cause Migraines.

go to www.thenaturalyou.net and look at Liquid Plus Daily Multiples. It has all the minerals, trace minerals, amino acids and enzymes that you need.

Answer 13

I get migraines every now and then. I usualy have to take excedrine migrain at the first sign im getting one, but there have been times when I didnt have any medicine to take. If thats the case I usualy sit in the shower with all the lights off just letting the water run on my head, I usualy lean my forehead up against the cold side of the tub to apply kind of a cold pressure, I usualy stay in the shower till the water runs cold. Then I get a cold rag and go lay in the bed making sure it is very dark and quiet, I put the rack over my eyes and forhead and then put my arm across my head so it gives some pressure (some reason cold pressure relieves some pain) then I just lay there till I fall asleep. Sometime it works some times it doesnt. But just incase that isnt helpful enough here is some reaserch about some natural remedies for migrains

) Feverfew

The herb feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) has been used for centuries as a folk remedy for headache, migraine, arthritis, pain, and fever in Europe. It became especially popular in England in the 1980s as an alternative to conventional drugs for migraines.

Several studies have evaluated the effectiveness of feverfew for the prevention and treatment of migraines. For example, one study examined the use of a feverfew extract or a placebo in 170 people with migraines. There was a significant decrease in migraine frequency with feverfew, which decreased by 1.9 migraines per month, compared to the placebo, which decreased by 1.3 migraines per month.

Not all studies have shown that feverfew is effective, however. A critical review of five studies on feverfew and migraines, involving a total of 343 people, concluded that results were mixed and did not convincingly establish that feverfew was effective for preventing migraine.

Side effects of feverfew may include abdominal pain, gas, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and nervousness. People with allergies to chamomile, ragweed, or yarrow should not take feverfew. Feverfew may increase bleeding time, so it should not be taken by people with bleeding disorders or two to three weeks before or after surgery. The safety of feverfew in pregnant or nursing women or children has not been established.

Feverfew may interact with "blood-thinning" medications, such as aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). People taking these medications should consult a healthcare practitioner before taking feverfew.

2) 5-HTP

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a compound produced in the body from the amino acid tryptophan. It is used in the body to make the neurotransmitter serotonin and the hormone melatonin.

5-HTP is also available in supplement form. It is made from the seeds of an African plant, called Griffonia simplicifolia. Since supplements that affect levels of serotonin are used for migraines, 5-HTP has been explored as an alternative.

Some research indicates that 5-HTP may prevent migraines and reduce the frequency and severity of migraines, however large randomized controlled trials are needed. In one study, 124 people were given 5-HTP (600 mg/day) or the drug methysergide. After six months, 5-HTP was found to be as effective as methysergide in reducing the severity and duration of migraines.

Another study looked at 5-HTP or the drug propranolol for 4 months. Both treatments resulted in a statistically significant reduction in the frequency of migraines. However, the propranolol group fared better, with a reduction in the duration of episodes and the number of analgesics used for the treatment of episodes. For more information on 5-HTP, read the 5-HTP Fact Sheet.

3) Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral found naturally in foods such as green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains and in nutritional supplements.

Magnesium is needed for more than 300 biochemical reactions. It helps regulate blood sugar levels and is needed for normal muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, immune function, blood pressure, and for bone health.

Several studies have evaluated the effectiveness of magnesium for migraine and have had promising results. In one study, oral magnesium (600 mg per day) or a placebo were given to 81 people with migraines. After nine weeks, the frequency of migraines was reduced by 41.6 percent in the group taking magnesium, compared to 15.8 percent in the group taking the placebo. The only reported side effects were diarrhea in 18.6 percent of people and digestive irritation in 4.7 percent.

Other studies have found that magnesium reduces the severity and frequency of migraine. Not all studies have confirmed it, however, so more studies are needed.

High doses of magnesium may cause diarrhea, nausea, loss of appetite, muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, irregular heart rate, and confusion. It can interact with certain medications, such as those for osteoporosis, high blood pressure (calcium channel blockers), as well as some antibiotics, muscle relaxants, and diuretics.

4) Butterbur

The herb butterbur (Petasites hybridus) is a shrub-like plant that grows in northern Asia, Europe, and parts of North America. Extracts made from the herb have been used to treat migraines, stomach cramps, coughs, allergies, and asthma.

Several studies suggest that butterbur helps to prevent migraines. The largest study involved 245 people with migraine took either butterbur extract (50 or 75 milligrams twice a day) or a placebo. After four months of treatment, butterbur, 75 milligrams twice a day but not 50 milligrams twice a day, was more effective than placebo for migraines.Side effects were mild and included mild digestive complaints, predominantly burping.

Side effects of butterbur may include indigestion, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrha, or constipation. Pregnant or nursing women, children, or people with kidney or liver disease should not take butterbur.

Butterbur is in the ragweed plant family, so people who are allergic to ragweed, marigold, daisy, or chrysanthemum should not use butterbur.

The raw herb as well as teas, extracts, and capsules made from the raw herb should not be used because they contain substances called pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can be toxic to the liver and kidneys and may cause cancer.

It is possible to remove the pyrrolizidine alkaloids from butterbur products. For example, in Germany, there is a safety limit to the level of pyrrolizidine alkaloids allowed in butterbur products. The daily recommended dose cannot exceed one microgram per day.

Other Natural Remedies

Acupuncture

Biofeedback

Chiropractic

Co Q10

Fish Oil

Magnets

Massage Therapy

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

But you can always do what my doctor told me... make a migrain log, write down what you were doing before you had one, like what you ate what you smelled and so on. Find your migrain triggers and try to avoid them. Some common triggers are chocolate, caffine, lack of sleep, and not eating. mine are usualy triggered by certain smells like the clean linen and cinnamon  air fresheners... so find your trigger and eliminate it... that would be the best natural remedy lol... good luck!