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But, the good news is that there are foods, herbs, and supplements that relieve migraine pain in an all-natural and safe way.
1. Avoid Food Additives and Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, and preservatives like MSG are known to trigger migraine headaches. Unfortunately, the FDA has allowed product`s re-launch on the market despite the many side effects and symptoms of aspartame toxicity.
It is recommended to swap aspartame, Splenda and saccharin with stevia, a harmless and no-calorie herb.
2. Avoid Foods that Trigger Migraines
Sodas, caffeinated drinks, alcohol, chocolate, gluten-containing grains, aged cheeses, peanuts, and refined sugars are some of the food culprits that are likely to cause migraines.
To find out which one is causing the problem, reintroduce the potential foods one at a time over a period of a few weeks.
3. Add Tryptophan to Your Diet
Tryptophan, which is one of the ten essential amino acids, is known as stimulator of the production of dopamine, which then leads to a release of serotonin. A migraine can be relieved with a flow of serotonin, which alleviates tension and anxiety, boosts mood, and relaxes the muscles around capillaries in the scalp. Some of the best sources of this amino acid include red meat, legumes, seeds, nuts, and turkey.
4. Lavender – the Natural Analgesic
Lavender is mostly used to soothe nerves and calm both the body and the mind. However, it also provides an analgesic effect, which relieves the spasms in the muscles around the eyes, in the scalp, and in the neck.
Put dried lavender flowers in herbal hot packs and use as needed. Another option is to make a tea by steeping a teaspoon of dried flowers in a cup of boiling water for about fifteen minutes.
5. Butterbur – a Natural beta-blocker
Butterbur is a herb which was found to reduce inflammation and stabilize blood flow to the brain, which in turn helps reduce the intensity of the migraine attack. It acts as beta-blocker, meaning that it protects against spasms in the capillaries and keeps blood pressure in check.
Note: Make sure you opt for butterbur that is labeled PA-FREE, so that you can be sure that it doesn’t contain any detrimental toxins and that it is completely safe to use.
6. Ginger, Peppermint and Cayenne – the Natural Pain Relieving Herbs
As unbelievable as it seems, common herbs like ginger, peppermint and cayenne are extremely effective at treating a migraine. Peppermint and ginger also help reduce nausea which often goes hand in hand with migraine headaches.
Mix the three herbs; a pinch of cayenne pepper, an inch of fresh ginger, and a teaspoon of dried peppermint. Add them to a cup of boiling water and steep for about fifteen minutes.
