9 Uncommon Tips To Beat The Worst Headaches!

#1 Follow the 20/20 Rule.

Sitting in front of computer screen for too long can leave you with a headache, sore or tired eyes and even blurred vision. So, look up from your screen every 20 minutes and then focus on something 20 ft away for 20 seconds.

#2 Lots of Sex!

Sex can lead to relief from the head pain in some migraines, say neurologists. According to a study more than half the sufferers who had intercourse during a migraine episode experienced an improvement in their symptoms. Sex triggers the release of endorphins hormone, which is the body's natural painkillers, which can reduce or even eliminate a headache.

#3 Wear Your Hair Down.

According to a survey, 50 out of 93 women experienced a headache from wearing a ponytail. Plaits, chignons, tight-fitting hats and hair bands can all cause headaches if hair is pulled back tight, straining the connective tissues in the scalp. If you have to tie your hair up for work or exercise, try to avoid the so-called Croydon face-lift effect.

#4 Plenty of water.

Drinking a big glass of water and waiting 10 minutes or rubbing the neck and temples for five minutes to relieve any tension is often sufficient to banish a headache. It simply cool down our body and hence we feel so much relaxed.

#5 Don't Buy Expensive Painkillers.

Folks, Don't buy expensive painkillers and avoid them. People choose them because they assume they will work faster, But they simply contain added ingredients like caffeine or codeine that is dangerous and not be suitable for you. Please concern your doctor if you've been taking paracetamol, aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for continuously 15 days in a row.

#6 Sitting Posture.

If your head is pounding then Slumping in your chair is the worst thing you can do. When you slump forward in a C-shape, you bend your head upwards, which can stretch on your neck and pinch your nerves, making your headache worse. So, sit with your feet flat on the floor and keep your hips and knees facing forward and sit straight.

#7 Avoid Ham Sandwiches.

Ham sandwiches contain tyramine (a natural substance in preserved foods) and nitrates, Both of which increase the blood flow to the brain and trigger the pain. Tyramine is also found in foods that have been preserved, pickled, smoked, marinated or fermented. Cheese, chocolate and certain fruits like pineapple and bananas are also contain high in tyramine and/or food additives.

#8 Snack on Nuts and Seeds.

Nuts and Seeds are the great source of the mineral magnesium, which acts as a muscle relaxant. Depleted levels are linked with reduced blood flow to the brain and low blood sugar, which can trigger headaches. According to a Research, Up to 50% of migraine sufferers have low levels of magnesium. Other good sources of magnesium include fresh leafy, green vegetables, tomato puree, whole grains, beans, peas, potatoes, oats and yeast extract.

#9 Stay Clear of Perfumes and Air Fresheners.

Perfumes, aftershaves, strong-smelling soaps, air fresheners and household cleaners contain chemicals that activate nerve cells in the nose, which send signals to the brain. These nerve signals are strong enough to cause headaches in some people. Instead of this you can open up the windows and use chemical-free sprays. Alternatively, you can fill a spray bottle with water and a few drops of essential oil and spritz it around instead.

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