subject: How To Truly Stop A Headache - Top 7 Techniques [print this page] One of the most dreaded yet all too common everyday health problems known to man has got to be the headache. There are many different types of headaches, some of them are mild and manageable while some others could be very troublesome and debilitating. The most common solution which many people resort to is to have a dose of pain killer tablet. Some people suffer from chronic headache problem and in such cases, treating them with analgesic tablets would not suffice. Using pain killer tablets on long term basis could cause harmful side effects and so many of them are searching for natural techniques for how to get rid of headaches. Here is a list detailing seven such remedies. It should help to alleviate your symptoms:
1. Most people are aware that basil is used as a taste enhancer in many recipes including pasta and pizza sauces but many people are unaware of its health benefits and that it could be used as an effective means of how to get rid of headaches. Basil oil has anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxing properties, which make it useful in the treatment of tension headaches. Simply inhaling the aroma of basil extract in essential oil brings about both stimulating and pain relieving actions.
2. Flax Seed Oil - Flax seed, useful for food and natural medicine, originated in Egypt. The active ingredient present in flax seed is Alpha linolenic acid which can be helpful in the treatment of chronic headaches. ALA is an omega 3 fatty acid, which has been categorized as the good fats, and as an effectual remedy for various health problems, which includes chronic migraines.
3. Echinacea- Commonly called as the purple coneflowers, this flowering plant is widely used in herbal medications as a immune booster. It helps to improve the functioning of immune system and prevents infections. It is also a very good method of how to get rid of headaches, particularly those brought on by cold or flue. Echinacea is safe for long term use.
4. Buckwheat - Buckwheat which is commonly used as livestock feed can also be used as for human consumption. Those suffering from gluten intolerance can opt for buckwheat products as they are gluten free. Buckwheat flour and pancake mixes are available in many of food stores. Those suffering from chronic headache problem can benefit by using buckwheat products because buckwheat contains rutin, a powerful antioxidant and analgesic.
5. Black Cohosh - This herb has been used a folk medicine since ancient times. The key ingredient present in the black cohosh extract has properties which is very similar to that of the female hormone estrogen. Hence it can be used as a natural treatment for headaches that are caused by hormone variations associated with menstrual cycles. It is better suited as a remedy for women, but men can also take this as a temporary remedy.
6. Lobelia- Even though a guy by the name of Samuel Thomson claimed to have discovered the lobelia plant around 1803, this has been used as a traditional medicine for treating chronic headaches by the Cherokee nations of North America. They administered lobelia in poultices of crushed leaves for headache pain, and 'snuffed' the dried leaves for sinus inflammation and bloody noses. Lobelia also bolsters the immune system and prevents the attack of flu and cold virus.
7. Chamomile- The lovely chamomile flower is a member of the daisy family, and its dried petals are effective in the treatment of migraines and other types of headache. Bisabolol is the active ingredient in chamomile, and produces anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects. Chamomile herbal tea leaves is available in most health food stores ..
