Headaches are very common and can be caused by any number of factors including stress, tension, hormonal disorders, sinus infection, muscle tension, trauma, constipation and allergies.

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Headache

Headaches are very common and can be caused by any number of factors including stress, tension, hormonal disorders, sinus infection, muscle tension, trauma, constipation and allergies. Migraines occur when there is a disturbance in the blood circulation in the brain. Headaches may sometimes be a sign of other health problems such as severe food allergies, anemia, hypertension, bowel problems, sinusitis, hypoglycemia, spinal misalignment, vitamin deficiency, and eye problems.

How alternative medicine may potentially help?

There are many herbs that may help relieve the pain of a headache. Other nutrients may help reduce the effects of stress and improve circulation and oxygenation of tissues in the head.

Herbs

Skullcap has calming properties that may provide relief from headaches.

White willow bark - Commission E -- an expert committee on herbal remedies established by Germany's Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices -- has approved white willow bark as an herb that can be used to treat pain and inflammation associated with headaches.

Fenugreek has properties that may help to ease pain associated with headaches.

Rosemary has properties that may help to ease pain associated with headaches.

Thyme has properties that may help to ease pain associated with headaches.

Feverfew - Some research indicates that an agent called parthenolide found in the herb feverfew may help prevent pain associated with migraines by warding off muscle spasms in the brain's blood vessels as well as influencing substances that transmit sensations of pain ,help ease Migraine related headache.

Vitamins

Vitamin B-complex may help remove excess water from tissues.

Vitamin E can potentially improve circulation.

Minerals

Calcium may help alleviate muscular tension.

Magnesium can potentially ease muscular tension.

Other Considerations

Stress headaches may be stopped by a regimen of regular exercise to help relieve stress.

Resources

Call 800/255-ACHE for a clinic near you or check out the National Headache Foundation's website at www.headaches.org.

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