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TENSION HEADACHES
If you are experiencing headaches frequently, this may be a symptom of episodic tension headache triggered by a buildup of stressful situations. Some of the sources of stress related situations are family problems, lack of sleep, financial worries, work deadlines, loss of job, obesity, preparation for tests, too much activities, hunger or sports competitions.
Episodic tension headaches start gradually. Usually, you will feel a throbbing pain on the front, sides or top of your head. It often affects you in the middle of the day. HOW DO YOU
WANT IT TREATED
Well, if you visit a doctor, what he normally prescribes are pain relievers. If you want to try some alternative herbal medicines, you can spend some time scanning the internet. There are lots of herbal medicines out there. However, there are other available non-pharmaceutical drug options to stop the headache based around food and herbs. The food you eat is very important. There are also some home remedies you can experiment with.
SUGGESTED HOME REMEDIES
You may want to try some simple home remedies.
* Relaxation Time - relax physically and mentally. Let go of all negative thoughts. Focus only positive thoughts or try to empty your mind. Also relax your shoulders and neck.
* Exercise Time - do a 20 minute exercise walk daily.
* Breathing Time- While relaxing and exercising, do a deep breathing.
* Stretching Time- stretch your muscles and neck when you feel a headache starting.
* Massage Time- Self massaging with some aromatherapy oils your neck and shoulder will do wonders in relieving you of headache.
If you do these simple tips seriously, you may be amazed that the tension headache has gradually disappeared!
