Any natural headache remedies?

Question

i am 16 weeks pregnant and for the past 3 days i have had a throbbing headache at the back of my head, i dont want to take any medications (obviously) and my next dr. appt is not until Feb 12, i have read that tea helps but being pregnant i was told to be wary of certain herbs. Any ideas?

Answer 1

Most headaches of your description are caused by tense muscles in the neck, shoulders and back. Have somebody give you a good massage in that area.
Also, you can get a "pain patch" at the drug store; it's an external treatment using either menthol or capsaicin, both of which are safe. You stick the patch on the tense muscles and leave it for up to 8 hours.
Neither of these requires anything taken internally, and work better anyway.

Answer 2

I have an idea that should help but please discuss it with your doctor FIRST in case there are any concearns that I cannot predict. Using hydrotherapy... water it a really natural and safe way to treat a headache. What I find that works is taking a warm bath (provided the health of your pregnancy permits) and while I'm in the tub, use an ice pack from the freezer covered in a damp towel on the part of your head that aches. You want it to cool the area, remove and reaply as needed. The hot water will draw some of the congested blood from your head as well as the cold ice pack will do the same. Give this a try if your doctor approves of it. Good luck... its worked for me many a time.

Answer 3

Do be careful about consuming painkillers especially when you are pregnant. Avoid them at all cost.

Find ways to relieve your stress. Yes...you are right about the herbs. Herbs may be natural but some specific ones come with powerful effects. So best is to wait till Feb12 to ask your doctor.

In the meantime, get free ideas on headache remedies here http://www.headacheremedysecrets.com
Only embark on those that are harmless.

Answer 4

Howdy! Headaches are usually caused by toxin build up and dehydration of the brain. Simply drink a large glass of water, (don't drink it cold, takes too much to bring it up to your body temp). This should alleviate any symptoms in about 15 minutes. If not, have a smaller glass and sip it at intervals throughout the day. Try not to drink any cold water. If you want to have tea, purchase mint teas, or chamomile, both of these are really wonderful for pregnant women. It is my understanding that pregnant women, however, should not drink Spearmint tea. Hope this helps!

Answer 5

Place a hot wet folded hand towel on your neck. 30 seconds in the microwave is just right. The damp heat will relax the muscles and calm the headache. Use it on your face in the same manner. It is great for your skin. Make it as hot as you can stand. Generally 30 to 40 seconds in the microwave is just right. But plenty hot. Lay down while you do this. It will relax you.

Answer 6

NewsTarget.com printable article
Originally published December 14 2005
Doctor recommends natural headache cures
by Mike Adams

Dr. Michelle Schoffro Cook, specializing in natural medicine, talks about the importance of hydration, sleep and proper diet in eliminating headaches.

* It tends to bring plenty of stress, and where there is stress, there are headaches.
* There are many causes of headaches, including: dehydration; blood sugar imbalances; stress; consumption of synthetic sweeteners, food colours or preservatives; inadequate sleep; poor posture and misalignment of the vertebrae in the neck; clenching the jaw; allergies; hormone imbalance; eyestrain; and others--some can be serious so if your headaches seemed to start "out of the blue" see your medical doctor to rule out anything serious.
* To help you ward off headaches during the holiday season and afterward, here are some simple and natural solutions: Drink more water--MANY headaches are simply the result of dehydration.
* One of the ways they signal their need for water is through headaches.
* Eat more frequently throughout the day and avoid simple sugars to balance blood sugar fluctuations that can result in headaches.
* Avoid synthetic sweeteners and MSG (monosodium glutamate) since both are common causes of headaches.
* MSG is commonly used in fast food, Chinese food, packaged and prepared foods and many restaurant foods--even ones that say they don't use them.
* Go to bed a bit earlier and make sleep a priority in your life to avoid headaches linked with sleep deprivation.
* See a chiropractor or other bodywork specialist to work on any misalignments in the vertebrae in the neck that can cause pinched nerves and muscle tension.
* Become aware of how much you clench your jaw since it may irritate the jaw joint and result in headaches.
* Awareness is the first step in eliminating jaw clenching due to stress.
* Often these hormonal headaches can be lessened or reduced by eating a whole foods diet devoid of fast or fried foods, eating less red meat and significantly cutting back on sweets throughout the month.
* Pace yourself in front of the computer or television to avoid eyestrain.

Answer 7

If it is stress related teas like chamomile at bedtime will help some.
Also take magnesium, Vitamin B complex and B 12 and 0.4 mg of folic acid each day throughout reproductive life.
Also you should take some type of omega fatty acid.

Answer 8

water always works best
you may be a little dehidrated
but be careful not to over do it
small amounts
and tea is fine if you get decaf

you can always phone your doctor though babe with any worries you have
they will offer advice at least

Answer 9

Have someone massage your feet for 30minutes while focusing a lot of attention on the big toes and surrounding areas.

Answer 10

Brown paper soaked in apple cider vinegar. Read about acv on the web.