Alternative Migraine Remedies

Investigating alternative migraine treatment methods to see which ones are worth trying

One internet search will provide endless advice about alternative medical approaches, especially when it comes to migraine treatment. From vitamins to homeopathic remedies, exercises and essential oils, there are many migraine solutions, and everyone swears that their solution works. But with all the clutter on the internet, you have a right to proceed with caution. To help you cut through the noise, we investigated some of the most common alternative migraine treatments to see which ones held water.

Alternative Migraine Remedies

Magnesium: Found in many greens, nuts seeds and grains, magnesium is a nutraceutical, a mineral or vitamin supplement, that has been found to help reduce migraine frequency. Studies suggest magnesium supplementation can be helpful for migraine with aura and menstrual-related migraine. In fact, both the AAN and Canadian guidelines recommend its use for migraine prevention, either as oral magnesium citrate 400-600 mg daily or by eating more magnesium rich foods. Doctor Says: Effective

Butterbur: Butterbur, a shrub generally taken in oral form, comes up regularly in migraine circles as an effective migraine treatment method—and studies support that it is effective for prevention in some patients. However, due to a rare but serious risk of liver toxicity, it has been removed from the market from some countries, and many headache experts in the US have stopped recommending its use. Doctor Says: Effective, but proceed with caution and know the risks

Essential Oils: A small bottle of lavender can help you to relax (although not in a medical fashion) and can be very pleasant as well. In a common pyramid scheme, however, consumers are sold an entire set of essential oils, assured that they can “treat” a plethora of ailments, and are sometimes encouraged to use essential oils instead of medicine. While one or two oils might smell nice, there’s no need to purchase an entire set, and they should not be substituted for medicine.  Doctor says: Not effective

Homeopathic Migraine Treatment: The homeopathic theory says that if you take a miniscule amount of an element that causes symptoms like the symptoms that you are experiencing, your body will repair itself. Examples of this could be belladonna and other poisonous herbal substances. Tests have never proven homeopathy to work, and Britain is considering banning homeopathy from its National Health Service. Doctor says: Not effective

Cream of Tartar: This popular baking ingredient often makes the rounds on social media with people claiming that putting a little under your tongue can abort a migraine attack. One reason that people believe this claim is that tartaric acid is present in dihydroergotamine, a proven migraine treatment. However, tartaric acid is not the active ingredient in dihydroergotamine and there is no scientific evidence to prove that it prevents headache or migraine. Doctor says: Not effective

Acupuncture for Migraine: Many mainstream doctors and clinics are now using acupuncture, which originated in China thousands of years ago, as a complementary medicine, to support other treatments. Studies have shown that acupuncture can be effective in fighting chronic pain, like migraine. Many doctors work with and recommend acupuncturists, especially because it is minimally invasive and can garner results for migraine patients, but it’s important to do your research and sure acupuncture is right for you. Doctor Says: Could be effective

Remember, every person responds to treatment differently, so please make sure to consult a doctor before adopting any new migraine remedies.

 The American Migraine Foundation is committed to improving the lives of those living with this debilitating disease. For more of the latest news and information on migraine, visit the AMF Resource Library. For help finding a healthcare provider, check out our Find a Doctor tool. Together, we are as relentless as migraine.

Natural Approaches to Managing Migraines

If you have recurrent migraines, it is worthwhile to consider natural approaches to managing your condition. Not everyone with chronic migraines has the same response to natural remedies, however. Most people do not experience complete resolution with these simple strategies, and some don’t experience any improvement at all. But, for some migraineurs, natural methods completely prevent or diminish migraines.

As you try natural remedies for migraine relief and prevention, you can observe your response and decide whether these methods are useful for you. The following are considered safe to try on your own. Of course, keep your doctor informed about any strategies you incorporate into your care plan.

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Diet

Use for: Migraine prevention

Certain foods and drinks may trigger your migraines. Dietary triggers tend to differ from person to person, so it isn’t practical to eliminate all of the foods and drinks that are known to provoke migraines. Instead, it’s best to work on finding out which dietary triggers tend to set off your migraines by observing your own migraine patterns.

You can also pinpoint your triggers with an elimination diet. The idea is to stop consuming just one type of food and pay attention to changes in your migraine frequency or severity before considering re-introducing it. Although this method may be time-consuming, many find it well worth it.

Keep in mind that fasting, skipping meals, and dehydration can trigger migraines as well, so it’s important not to deprive yourself of nutrients when trying an elimination diet.

Foods and beverages that are commonly reported to trigger migraines include:

• Alcohol
• Caffeinated drinks
• Cheese
• Chocolate
• Citrus fruits
• Dairy products
• Nuts
• Processed meats
• White bread

Conversely, several diets have demonstrated beneficial effects for the prevention of migraines. In particular, ketogenic and modified Atkins diets may help by increasing serotonin production and reducing inflammation in the brain. Diets that are high-folate, low-sodium, and rich with omega-3 fatty acids, such as the Mediterranean diet, have also been mentioned in studies.

Essential Oils

Use for: Migraine prevention and treatment

Researchers believe that some essential oils have anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, analgesic (pain relieving), and mood-stabilizing properties that may be useful for migraine prevention and treatment. The most closely studied essential oils for this purpose include:

• Lavender: In one study, headache severity was significantly reduced in almost 71% of study participants who inhaled lavender oil for 15 minutes.
• Basil: Basil oil was shown to be effective in reducing the pain and frequency of migraines when applied topically every eight hours for three subsequent months.
• Peppermint: Diluted peppermint oil was more effective than lidocaine in reducing migraine pain after just five minutes of administering the oil nasally. Participants also reported improvements in their abilities to carry out daily activities.

Because of their low toxicity profile, essential oils are considered to be a safe and cost-effective alternative treatment when used properly. They can be inhaled, added to a bath, or applied to the skin in small, diluted amounts.

Not all essential oils on the market are recognized as food additives by the FDA. Many are considered cosmetic products, which means they are not regulated and should not be ingested—regardless of what the packaging says. In 2020, the FDA released a list of essential oils and natural extracts that are generally recognized as safe for consumption when used as intended. The list includes:

• Basil
• Bergamot
• Citronella
• Dandelion root
• Jasmine
• Juniper
• Lavender
• Peppermint
• Rosemary
• Saffron

Acupressure

Use for: Migraine treatment

For some people who get migraines, acupressure—a process of stimulating certain pressure points on the body—may help relieve gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea. The most effective acupressure point for migraine symptom relief is considered to be the PC6 pressure point, which is located on the inner forearm, approximately three finger widths below the wrist.

Products marketed as “Sea Bands” or acupressure wristbands are used for motion sickness and can also be used during or before a migraine attack. To test how well they work, 40 women were asked to wear sea bands on both of their wrists as soon as they felt a migraine attack beginning. After 120 minutes, 71.8% of participants noticed a significant reduction in nausea. After 240 minutes, that percentage increased to 84.3%.

Researchers believe that acupressure relieves nausea by stimulating the release of endorphins and serotonin, thereby restoring homeostasis in the central nervous system.

Yoga

Use for: Migraine prevention

The therapeutic effects of yoga for improving psychological wellbeing and cardiovascular health are well documented. Researchers also believe that regular yoga practice may help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines in some people by stabilizing the sympathetic nervous system and reducing the release of stress hormones.

In one study, 30 participants practiced yoga five days per week and also received conventional migraine treatment, while another 30 participants received only conventional care. Each yoga session lasted one hour and consisted of stretching, breathing exercises, and common yoga asanas or postures. The participants were also asked to monitor their headache intensity and frequency in a diary.

After six weeks, all participants who practiced yoga reported significant improvements in migraine frequency and pain intensity. Meanwhile, just 73.3% of participants who only received conventional care noticed improvements. Researchers also found that those who practiced yoga had decreased sympathetic nervous system drive and enhanced vagal tone, meaning that their bodies were less vulnerable to the inflammatory effects of stress.

Since aerobic exercise can trigger migraines in some people, it’s important to take your yoga workout slow and practice mindfulness. If you find that yoga increases your pain, don’t push yourself. Yoga is most effective when it alleviates stress and enhances your mood.

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A Word From Verywell

Natural management of migraines is usually an adjunctive approach that you can use along with over-the-counter or prescription medication or even natural remedies. Natural methods of managing your migraines can reduce your need for medication and improve your quality of life.

These natural strategies for migraine management are safe, and you can use more than one because they do not cause side effects or interact with each other in a harmful way.

Note: While migraine herbal remedies may be natural, they can come with side effects and drug interaction concerns. Speak with your doctor before trying any such supplements.

How to treat and relieve migraines

Migraine? Don’t suffer in silence. There’s plenty you can do to help manage your painful symptoms.

Keep a migraine diary

Migraine triggers vary, so keep a diary to pinpoint yours. You may find a pattern emerges, and by making changes to your diet and lifestyle, you can reduce the severity and frequency of your attacks.

Common causes of migraines include caffeine, wine, stress or relief from stress (the release of tension can be a trigger), dehydration, skipping meals, too little sleep, and lie-ins. Some people are affected by certain foods such as cheese, chocolate or ice cream.

Avoid as many triggers as possible, eat, drink and sleep regularly, and stop consuming all caffeine, including tea, cola and chocolate, as well as coffee.

Eat regularly

A drop in blood sugar is connected to migraine, so eat little and often to keep your blood sugar steady. Go for low-GI carbohydrates such as wholewheat pasta, wholegrain bread, rye bread, oat cakes and porridge, along with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Eat breakfast within half an hour of rising. Most importantly, eat just before bed – because you take in no food for hours, your blood glucose drops very low and you can wake with a migraine. Dehydration is also a trigger, so drink plenty of water, juices and herbal teas.

Have a routine

A regular routine is very important, so try to get up and go to bed at the same time everyday. Aim to avoid late nights and lie-ins too.

Quality sleep is essential and poor sleep can potentially spell a day – or more – of migraine pain.

Ensure solid sleep by taking half an hour to unwind before bed. Try adding lavender oil to a diffuser, and have a warm milky drink. Try not to use any gadgets at least two hours before bed, and make sure your room is dark and quiet; use eye mask and ear plugs if it isn’t.

Try natural migraine treatment

Research shows people who experience migraines may have low levels of the mineral magnesium, but taking a magnesium supplement with a dose of at least 600mg may help prevent the headaches.

Taking vitamin B and folate can also help reduce the severity and frequency of migraines. Other studies have found that the herbs feverfew and butterbur could help cut migraine attacks.

Try these natural approaches, one at a time, to pinpoint what’s effective for you.

Learn to relax

Remember that migraine can be your body’s way of telling you to slow down, so try to build relaxation into your day. Take your lunch break; go for a walk, sit down with a magazine and a cup of tea, or try relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation.

Try to unwind in the evening – have a long bath with calming lavender oil and sip a mug of soothing chamomile tea. If you find it hard to switch off, a relaxation or meditation class might help.

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This article has been adapted from longer features appearing in Healthy, the Holland & Barrett magazine. Advice is for information only and should not replace medical care. Please check with your GP before trying any remedies

Will A Natural Migraine Remedy Really Work For You?

There’s some potentially promising news for the more than 37 million migraine sufferers in the United States: According to a paper recently published in the journal Alternative and Complementary Therapies, several herbs may prove effective in treating migraines—even more effective than cannabis.

“Too good to be true,” you might be thinking, or, “Who knew weed had migraine-fighting properties?” According to Eric Yarnell, N.D., a naturopathic doctor and registered herbalist with Medella Optimal Health in Washington state and author of the study, cannabis is just one of a number of plant-based antidotes that could help combat the throbbing, nausea-inducing headaches that can incapacitate sufferers for whole days.

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Migraines are notoriously hard to treat, perhaps because their causes aren’t fully understood. Over-the-counter medications don’t always work, leaving many people with severe migraines no option but to retire to a dark, quiet room until the pain subsides.

Yarnell reviewed available research on the herbs, roots, and spices he has used in his 21 years of experience as a clinician, drawing on wide knowledge of what people in his field are studying for migraine treatment. He catalogued a number of herbal remedies, including ginger, cayenne, Spanish lavender, butterbur root, turmeric and fish oil, citron, feverfew, white willow, ginkgo, bushy matgrass, select Chinese herbal formulas, and, of course, cannabis, a treatment previous research has suggested could be a superior option for heading off and halting migraines. (Find more inner calm and build strength in just minutes a day with WH’s With Yoga DVD!)

Determining the best herbal agent for you is an entirely subjective process that requires pinpointing migraine triggers beforehand, Yarnell told Women’s Health. Migraines might be caused by food, allergens, stress, sleep cycles—the possibilities are many, and distinct for every person. To find a natural fix, it’s best to consult a professional.

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“For the most part, migraine should not be treated with home remedies,” Yarnell says. “Given the severity of migraines, and the very large number of treatments available, consulting a practitioner knowledgeable in herbal medicine is really important. I don’t say that about everything, but this is an example. And also because again, migraine is not one disease or at least it presents in many different ways, and it really takes a trained practitioner to help sort through which type is happening and to pair the right herbs with that type.”

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As to the most effective herb to combat migraines, Yarnell advised: “There is no one most effective answer; it really does depend on the individual. ” For a person who gets migraines at menstruation, Yarnell suggests cannabis in conjunction with Cimicifuga racemosa, or black cohosh. Someone whose migraines stem from food allergies might benefit from herbs targeting inflammation: zingiber (or ginger) for acute migraines and curcuma (turmeric) or petasites (butterbur) for migraines prevention. Yarnell explained that herbs can certainly be used in combination for greater effect, but urged that readers seek help from a legitimate herbal medicine practitioner—”not just someone who took a weekend seminar in herbs”—to determine the best formula.

Related: 6 Signs You’ve Got A Serious Problem With Your Stomach

And for people with severe migraines, the solution might not lie in plants alone: In his paper, Yarnell writes that people with particularly bad migraines might fare best when they use natural remedies together with pharmaceuticals.

With migraines as with any health concern, though, it’s always advisable to consult with a doctor when it comes to treatment options.

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Herbs for Migraines

Migraine headaches are a common problem and one that can be quite painful. They’re also a frequent cause of missed time from work. Migraines often bring other symptoms such as nausea and sensitivity to light. If you suffer from migraines, getting relief is top priority. There’s some evidence that some food and natural herbs may relieve the pain and discomfort of migraine headaches. One such herb that holds promise is ginkgo biloba. In a study published in the journal Neurological Sciences, women with a history of migraines that took ginkgo biloba had fewer migraines and the migraines they did have were shorter in duration. According to research, ginkgo may also improve blood flow to the brain. Another herb called chasteberry that comes from a plant native to the Mediterranean may also offer benefits for migraine sufferers. In one study women using chasteberry to treat symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome experienced fewer migraine headaches. Feverfew has also been studied for its potential benefits for migraines. Although these herbs show promise, larger studies are needed to confirm their benefits.

Other Herbs for Migraines That May Be Beneficial

Stress is a trigger for migraine headaches in some people. In this case, reducing stress may reduce the frequency of migraine headaches. Chamomile tea has been used for thousands of years to ease anxiety and stress. Another herb called passionflower appears to ease anxiety and stress in much the same way as chamomile. These herbs work by causing your brain to produce more of a chemical called GABA that helps you relax. Most of the studies looking at these herbal supplements for easing stress and anxiety have been small. More research is needed to confirm their benefits. If you’re taking prescription medications for migraine headaches, they may interact with herbs used for migraines. Herbs can also interact with one another. Make sure your doctor knows what herbs and treatment medications you’re taking. Talk to your doctor before using herbal remedies for migraines. If you have medical and health problems or are pregnant, certain types of herbs may not be appropriate for you due to possible side effects. Your doctor can help you decide which is best for you and monitor you closely to make sure you’re benefiting.

This summary is intended for general informational purposes only, and should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not strictly regulate herbs and supplements. There is no guarantee of purity, strength, or safety of the products. As a result, effects may vary. You should read product labels. In addition, if you are taking medications, herbs, or other supplements you should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before taking a supplement as supplements may interact with other medications, herbs, and nutritional products. If you have a medical condition, including if you are pregnant or nursing, you should speak to your physician before taking a supplement. Consult a healthcare provider if you experience side effects.

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There’s nothing that will stop you in your tracks faster than a pounding headache or debilitating migraine. If you find yourself regularly reaching for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and pain relievers, you may want to implement these natural methods for taking the edge off your head pain.

1. Minimize migraines with magnesiumI have written about the benefits of magnesium before and luckily, it is also a powerful defense against headaches. Magnesium can affect the regulation of blood flow to the brain, which can be compromised during a migraine attack. In one study, the treatment group, receiving 600 mg of magnesium for a 12 week period, experienced a 42 percent reduction in headaches compared to only a 16 percent reduction in migraine headaches in the placebo group. Additional research suggests that magnesium supplements may shorten the duration of a migraine and reduce the amount of medication needed. As an added bonus, magnesium is a natural muscle relaxer, so you may find that supplementation reduces other muscle aches and pains.

Bottom line: I recommend magnesium glycinate or citrate, taken to bowel tolerance each night (approximately 200 mg – 600 mg). If you get loose stools, reduce the dose.

2. Supplement with CoQ10Coenzyme Q10 (also known as CoQ10) plays a critical role in the function of your cells. The supplement has also been found to reduce migraine attacks in humans, according to a double-blind placebo-controlled study. Researchers studied 42 subjects who suffered an average of four migraine attacks per month. Approximately 48 percent of the CoQ10 group experienced a 50 percent response rate during the three-month study. In addition, the patients treated with CoQ10 experienced fewer migraine attacks per month while the placebo group experienced no reduction in migraine frequency. CoQ10-treated subjects also had more headache-free days than the placebo group and fewer days with nausea.

Bottom line: Supplementation with CoQ10 may not only improve your energy but also your heart health, blood sugar balance, nervous system and help to manage high cholesterol and high blood pressure in individuals with diabetes. Take 100 mg up to two times daily.

3. Know your triggersIn my clinical practice I have seen patients eliminate their migraines just by discovering their food allergies. One patient discovered that the grapefruit she had enjoyed each morning for more than 20 years was the instigator behind her pounding headaches. To determine the true culprit behind your distress I recommend doing a two week elimination diet. This includes the removal of all the most common food allergens (all grains that contain gluten, dairy, citrus, peanuts, caffeine, sugar and soy). After the 14-day removal period you should slowly reintroduce the foods one at a time. By doing so, any physical or mental symptoms related to the food can be isolated.

Bottom line: When it comes to allergies, don’t just be on the lookout for headaches. Common symptoms of a food allergy include gas, bloating, constipation, headaches/migraines, fatigue immediately after eating the food, fatigue on waking the next day, a gradual decline in energy, irritability, anxiety, headaches, water retention (can’t get your rings off) and dark circles under the eyes.

4. Hone in on herbalsOut of all the herbal medicines, feverfew has the most promise for its ability to decrease the frequency and/or intensity of a migraine attack. In one study, 72 volunteers were randomly allocated to receive either one capsule of dried feverfew leaves a day or a matching placebo for four months and then transferred to the other treatment for a further four months. Treatment with feverfew was associated with a reduction in the mean number of, and severity of attacks in each two-month period. Feverfew seems to work by inhibiting the production of inflammatory substances and re-establishing proper blood vessel tone. Another herbal preparation, butterbur, has been shown to relax the blood vessels of the brain which can prevent headaches.

Bottom line: As with all herbal medications, they require consistent usage for optimal benefits. I recommend working with a naturopath or herbalist to determine the dosage that is best for you.

5. Mind your postural musclesTight muscles in the neck and trapezius can be a one-way ticket to head pain, especially when it’s linked to weak muscles, and poor posture. Acupuncture, chiropractic, massage and osteopathic manual therapy have all been shown to alleviate tight muscles and reduce pain sensors. In one study, chronic tension headache sufferers received structured massage therapy treatment directed toward the neck and shoulder muscles. Researchers found that the treatment was effective in reducing both the number and duration of headaches.

Bottom line: For best results, ask your practitioner for some homework to do in between treatments. This may include corrective exercises, ergonomic adjustments (particularly at work) and even relaxation techniques to relieve tension in the muscles of the neck and upper back.

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Natasha Turner, N.D. is a naturopathic doctor, Chatelaine magazine columnist, and author of the bestselling books The Hormone Diet and The Supercharged Hormone Diet. Her newest release, The Carb Sensitivity Program, is now available across Canada. She is also the founder of the Toronto-based Clear Medicine Wellness Boutique. For more wellness advice from Natasha Turner, click here.

This story originally appeared on Chatelaine.

treating headaches and migraines with plants like peppermint

During a migraine attack, the patient feels like their head is locked in a vise since the pain is so dreadful.

Such attacks can last between 4 and 72 hours, so migraines can turn into a real handicap when daily tasks must be performed. Mostly it affects women, but all in all migraines impact 12% of Western inhabitants.

According to the WHO, this particular type of headache is the 7th most incapacitating pathology in the world. Can plants with their benefits help do away with this condition? Let’s have a look around…

Migraine, a short story

Going back to the root word helps understand it: migraine comes from the ancient Greek word “mikranion” which means “pain on half the skull”. Also called cephalgia, a migraine crisis often starts just as the person wakes up. It is a particularly frequent chronic form of headache and the one suffering from it can’t do anything else.

Migraine is often a hereditary disease and appears anytime within ages 10 and 40. Although certain factors like the menstrual cycle, food allergies, quick shifts in surrounding temperatures or lack of sleep seem to sometimes act as triggers, the real causes are as of yet not completely understood.

Symptoms of migraine

Apart from headache, migraine symptoms also involve nausea, vomiting, increased sensitivity to light and sound. These symptoms are related to the headache and are usually exacerbated after physical activity.

Migraine, a real handicap

Definitely incapacitating, migraine seems to stem from genetic factors (in two of three cases) and environmental factors. When it appears daily, such a particular type of cephalgia is one of the most invalidating afflictions and considerably diminishes the patient’s quality of life. It is classified as one of the topmost 10 diseases, especially as concerns women.

Apart from medical treatments that sometimes work preventively, as do those of non-conventional therapies, are there other ways to treat migraines?

Treating migraine with plants

Treating with plants isn’t simply hogwash.

Today, many persons support the claims of treating the body with plants. From there, benefits of herbal medicine on health on a day-to-day basis has been the topic of much research, including dealing with migraine. What exactly is all this about?

How do plants treat migraine?

The benefits of plants that soothe migraine attacks for a patient work in different ways, and tips on how to use them differ, too. Let’s have a look around…

• Basil against migraine
  Apart from its culinary properties, basil is known to be very effective against nausea. It is used preventively to avoid vomiting and nausea which are the main symptoms connected to a migraine attack. As a good anti-inflammatory, this plant is recommended in case of migraines, especially when due to nervous causes.
  Read also: health benefits and therapeutic value of basil

• Dried cherry stems
  Do your migraines come and go with the weather? Learn then that in herbalism, dried cherry stem herbal tea is a potent way to bring you solace.

• Peppermint essential oil
  Known to have anti-migraine and pain-relieving properties, peppermint is a virtually miraculous remedy for persons suffering from migraines.

Preparing plants to soothe migraine

To soothe your migraines,

• basil is best ingested in the form of infusions.
  For that, a cup of hot water with 1/10th to 1/5th oz (3 to 5 g) of basil after each meal is a good idea.

• aniseed must be drunk in the form of decoction: several cups of green anise a day are recommended, prepared with 1/3^rd oz (7 g) dried plant material for ½ quart (½ liter) water. In other cases, whatever the ailment, simply infuse half a teaspoon of aniseed seeds in a cup of boiling water for 10 minutes at most. Once prepared, drink one cup after each meal, this will be sure to soothe you…

• Dried cherry stem herbal tea
  Sold in pharmacies or in organic lifestyle stores, cherry stem infusions must be drunk after having been steeped for 5 minutes. If possible, you can also pick cherries from the tree and keep the stems aside for later. Again, steep them for 5 minutes. An amount of 4 table spoons should be just right for ½ quart (½ liter) boiling water. Let the herbal tea cool off a bit before drinking it.

• Peppermint essential oil
  To alleviate your cephalgia, it is recommended to pour a single drop of 100% pure and natural peppermint essential oil on the tip of your finger and rub it in on your forehead and temples, carefully avoiding the eyes. One piece of advice: locate the exact source of your headache and massage this spot. Read the precautions of use before using it.

• Infusions prepared from lavender boast a high effectiveness in alleviating headaches. For that, it is stipulated that ½ to 1 oz (15 to 30 g) dried lavender flowers are needed per quart (liter) of water. 3 or 4 cups should be drunk a day. If you’ve got small cloth pouches filled with lavender flowers, slide them under your pillow: this will increase the quality of your sleep in case of migraines.

• Costmary infusions are known for their effect against headaches. It is recommended to steep for 10 minutes, 3 to 4 g per cup. After that, drink 3 to 4 cups a day after meals to reduce spasms.

These few lines present plants that have acknowledged beneficial properties in the treatment of migraines, but of course, there are more!

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90,000 Natural headache remedy: a list of medicinal herbs that will replace tablets

At present, headache can become a constant companion of our life. Numerous mental and physical fatigue leads to headaches. Long-term work at a computer, work associated with precise mechanisms, with computing technology and, most importantly, with constant attention, requires a special attitude to one’s health. Headache can accompany people in the morning, or it can suddenly start in the middle of the working day.It is not always possible to immediately take a pill or lie down. But there should always be an opportunity to listen to yourself and help your body get rid of this pain. To endure a headache is not only unpleasant, but also unsafe.

Types of headaches and their causes

Let’s try to understand the types of headaches and find a solution for each problem. But not with the help of pills, but with the help of gentle and safe medicinal herbs.

There are several types of headaches: tension headache – occurs with prolonged eye strain while sitting at the computer, while performing monotonous and demanding work, with prolonged contact with technology.It can manifest itself as prolonged aching pain, or pain when turning the head or bending over. With such a headache, fatigue quickly sets in and you want to lie down and close your eyes.

Overwork headache is characterized by severe and prolonged headache. It can occur as a result of a long working day (more than 12 hours), prolonged monotonous activity or driving. Fatigue can occur with constant lack of sleep and work schedule seven days a week.Very often we strive to combine several actions, and we are constantly on the move. Such pain is characterized by strong intensity and duration. The head may hurt for several hours, but the performance does not decrease. Even with the opportunity to lie down and close your eyes, the pain does not go away and seems even stronger.

Nervous exhaustion can very often be accompanied by a headache. People whose professions are related to communication, and this is most of us, salespeople, pharmacy workers, managers, employees of public institutions (cafes and restaurants) and, of course, artists, often face this type of headache.This headache appears after prolonged emotional stress, communication in raised voices and after lengthy negotiations. This headache is often referred to as manager syndrome. When a person who loves his profession cannot be at work for a long time, even an insignificant trifle begins to irritate him and this irritation results in a headache. The headache manifests itself immediately after emotional contact, it is present for a long time and it is very difficult to get rid of it. The head hurts with aching pain, when moving, unpleasant sensations appear.Even when swallowing, it can have a headache.

Headache often manifests itself with an increase or decrease in pressure. These symptoms are the result of vasodilation and vasoconstriction, and require medical attention. But if it is possible to measure blood pressure and find out deviations from the norm, then you can help yourself by taking herbal medications. With an increase in pressure, the headache is localized in the frontal part and presses on the eyes; with a decrease in pressure, the pain can be localized in the back of the head and press on the ears.Noise and congestion in the ears can accompany a headache.

Vascular spasms of the brain are also a common cause of headaches. Cramping pains are often associated with changes in the weather, high winds, and emotional stress. Spasmodic pain manifests itself instantly and quickly releases. But it can be repeated many times during the day and does not last long. Such pains are the most exhausting and require control and attention. Often such headaches occur in men during the working day.

Another type of headache can be headache with the onset of a cold. An increase in temperature causes a pressing headache in the body. This pain affects the eyes and can be prolonged. When the temperature is removed, the pain may not go away, but become even more noticeable. A aching and irritating headache is a common symptom of the onset of a cold. May be accompanied by nasal congestion, ear pain, and sneezing.

Migraine is also a sign of a headache, this pain may not stop for several days. A person is forced to be in captivity of a headache for quite a long time. There are flashes of pain with loud sounds, bright and moderate light, turning and tilting the head. Such pains can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. The cause of such headaches is unfortunately not established, but in addition to traditional medicines, herbs are used quite successfully to treat migraines. Herbal teas can help shorten the time of the attack and moderate the intensity of the pain. This is not a quick action, but a long and demanding treatment process.But the ability to overcome such a headache is pretty great.

Natural remedy for headaches – medicinal herbs

Herbs have always been the first helpers in the treatment of various human diseases. And headaches are successfully treated with herbal decoctions. Quick help can be provided even at the workplace, taking a few minutes to yourself. You can almost always find hot water for brewing and infusing the broth. It is always necessary to take herbal infusions for headaches in a warm form, they will not be beneficial when hot. A warm herbal tea will always help within 10 minutes of taking it. But it is necessary to take decoctions as quickly as possible for headaches.

1. Peppermint has always been considered a universal helper. This herb is used for any type of headache. All parts of the plant are used for treatment: leaves, stem and even flowers. This essential oil plant has a pleasant aroma and taste. Contains a large amount of useful substances: essential oil, which consists of menthol and acids, trace elements, carotenoids and tannins.The broth has an antispasmodic, analgesic and antiseptic effect. Causes reflex expansion of coronary vessels. It has been used to treat migraines quite successfully. It is included in many fees and complements complex treatment. A delicious broth is prepared for 10 minutes and a spoonful of honey is added if desired.
2. In case of fatigue, you can use a decoction of nettle. Nettle is a perennial plant, when collecting leaves are used that contain natural glycoside, carotenoids and macro- and microelements. The broth lowers blood sugar, has a stimulating and tonic effect. With prolonged use, nettle increases the level of hemoglobin and enhances the metabolism.
3. St. John’s wort herb is a natural remedy for headache, which contains flavanoids, various acids, essential and mineral oils, tannins. The broth has a bactericidal, relieving inflammation and stimulating effect, stimulates the activity of the heart, increases blood pressure, and constricts blood vessels.
4. For tension headaches, it is best to prepare a decoction of linden flowers.Linden contains a large amount of mucous compounds, tannins and organic acids, pectins and flavanoids. The infusion has an antispasmodic and bactericidal effect. It can be used for headaches in the form of lotions and ingestion.
5. For headaches caused by nervous exhaustion, medicinal rosemary is used. It contains essential oils, nicotinic, rosemary and caffeic acids, tar and bitterness. An infusion of rosemary leaves is used to calm the nervous system, strengthen memory, and activate mental activity. Improves cerebral circulation, relieves dizziness.
6. At elevated pressure, lemon balm decoctions are used to relieve headaches. Lemon balm leaves contain a lot of essential oils, saponins and tannins. The broth has an antispasmodic and sedative effect. Expands blood vessels and stimulates blood circulation. Increases the flow of oxygen to the brain and blood vessels.
7. Prickly hawthorn, or common hawthorn – contains phenolic acids, amines, sugars, vitamin K and vitamin C in its flowers and fruits.The hawthorn infusion enhances blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, relieves heart tension, eliminates tachycardia and arrhythmia. Tincture of hawthorn flowers with vasospasm works much more effectively.
8. Under reduced pressure, a rosehip decoction is recommended for the treatment of headaches. It contains many B vitamins, ascorbic acid, carotene, organic acids, iron, magnesium and potassium salts. The infusion has multivitamin and anti-inflammatory properties.With prolonged use, it lowers cholesterol. For headaches, it is recommended to use strongly brewed green tea with rosehip syrup instead of sugar.
9. Oregano herb is used for cerebrovascular spasms. Oregano herb contains phenolic glycosides, bitter and tannins, and essential oils. The infusion has a calming, antispasmodic and analgesic effect. Can be applied externally as compresses for headaches.
10. Elecampane roots – a natural remedy for headaches, contains inulin, polysaccharides and essential oils.The infusion is used for headaches, palpitations, epilepsy.
11. Black elderberry contains choline, rutin, essential oils, a large amount of acids, vitamins E and C, anthocyanins, glucose, fructose and amino acids. When used in the form of an infusion, they have an antispasmodic and analgesic effect. They improve the permeability of blood vessels and have a cleansing effect.
12. For headaches that accompany the onset of a cold, decoctions of chamomile and sage will help the fastest.Chamomile flowers contain coumarin compounds and vitamin C. Chamomile decoction has a stable anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect. Can be used as a pain reliever. Slight sedative effect is possible.
13. Sage leaves – a natural remedy for headaches contain tannic, resinous, bitter compounds and other substances. Sage broth is used as a disinfectant, anti-inflammatory agent. It is astringent and aromatic.

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90,000 Migraine headaches – symptoms, causes and treatments for the disease

More than five hundred million people around the planet suffer from this neurological disease.A headache that comes on with great, excruciating force and recurs regularly or from time to time is called a migraine.

In the region of the neck or head, the peripheral nerve plexuses, when irritated, entail a slight narrowing of any cerebral artery in time, followed by its sharp expansion. The artery fills with blood, the tissue around it swells – there is a throbbing pain. At the same time, extremely unpleasant sensations appear when perceiving light and loud sounds.The patient sees before his eyes, as a rule, flickering of multi-colored spots, flashes, zigzags (“aura”). The attacks of pain can last up to 72 hours, but the shortest of them usually last at least an hour.

This disease affects people of both sexes of middle age – 25-60 years, and women complain of migraine-like symptoms more often. It is believed that the provoking factors can be the use of:

• tomatoes;
• coffee;
• monosodium glutamate;
• chocolate;

90,043 cheese;

• citrus fruits.

In addition, the predisposition to this kind of pain is most often hereditary.

WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF MIGRAINE?

Contrary to popular belief, migraine pains do not depend on increases (decreases) in arterial, intracranial or ocular pressure; they occur regardless of the presence or absence of tumors or hemorrhages. The nature of the pain we are interested in is vascular.

It has been proven that migraine pains appear due to the irritating effect on the plexuses of the peripheral NS in the neck and head region.Therefore, quite often attacks occur due to some problems with the spine, more precisely, with its cervical region (for example, osteochondrosis), and in connection with diseases of the paranasal sinuses.

Migraine and its symptoms:

• throbbing paroxysmal headache in the forehead, occiput, vertex, which can cover one side of the head or all of it;
• rejection of loud sounds;
• difficulty speaking;
• light intolerance;
• sees double in the eyes;
• nausea;
• vomiting;
• coordination disorder;
• dizziness;
• a violation of the sense of smell is possible;
• there are vision problems during the period of the attack.

Modern medicine has come to the same conclusion as the Tibetan medicine many centuries ago: migraine is a disease of nervous people. Eastern healers believe that the disharmony of the Wind, which is responsible for the nervous system, leads to the indignation of Bile. Its fever causes digestive problems and a rush of “hot” blood to the head, accompanied by severe pain. The balance of these energy constitutions is easy to lose due to misperception of stress, disproportionate physical activity, overheating, lack of sleep.

TREATMENT OF MIGRAINE (HEADACHE)

People who have ever experienced a migraine attack are well aware that pain relievers are powerless in such cases. An excellent alternative to allopathic medicine is the treatment of migraines used by doctors in Tibet.

What are they good for?

• First, there is a set of measures.
• Secondly, it has a quick healing effect.
• Third, it is the elimination of the root cause of the disease.
• Fourth, there is no relapse.

The main task of the Tibetan doctor is to balance the natural energy of the patient’s body. For example, herbal medicine can help calm bile and restore digestive function. It is also able to maintain adequate performance of the nervous system, optimize metabolism and enhance the body’s resistance to disease.

Bile is negatively affected by the abundance of alcohol, bitter, spicy and sour food. A specialist in oriental medicine will definitely advise you to adhere to the right diet from the point of view of the natural “dosha”.To normalize bile, it is better to remove sugar, coffee, alcohol, citrus fruits from the diet, reduce the consumption of meat, spices and hot food and, on the contrary, eat vegetables and fruits more often.

In order to establish a harmonious circulation of energy, doctors in the Naran clinic traditionally act on bioactive points , which are responsible for the organs of the nervous, digestive and endocrine systems, using:

• acupuncture;
• moxibustion;
• acupressure massage;
• head massages;
• auriculotherapy;
• tsubotherapy;
• canned massage, etc. p.

Herbal medicine for headache – Culture

In most cases, the headache disappears when the underlying disease is eliminated. But, even considering the headache as a symptom of the underlying disease, you can try to relieve it. This is especially important for migraines.

For pain caused by digestive disorders – take an infusion of mint, anise, dill, fennel, ginger.

In case of overwork – infusion of catnip, valerian, motherwort, St. John’s wort.

Hangover headache is relieved by a large amount of liquid – a decoction of dill seeds, anise, strong tea with lemon, kvass. Tomato juice with salt is very useful; of all drinks, it is closest in its composition to blood plasma. A dash of red pepper can be added to stimulate circulation and cleanse the body.

For the treatment and prevention of migraines and headaches in Western Europe, maid’s chamomile (feverfew) is actively used. This perennial is often bred in flower beds; in the south of Russia, it is also found in the wild.1 teaspoon of chopped herbs in 2 cups of water. Boil for 4-5 minutes, take a quarter cup 2-3 times a day. You can simply eat fresh leaves (they are quite tasty) 2-4 leaves with bread 20 minutes before each meal.

For the winter, prepare a tincture of 200 g of dry or 300 g of fresh grass per 1 liter of vodka. Apply 3-4 drops with water 3-4 times a day to prevent an attack and 10 drops to treat it.

One of the most effective remedies that can be used in any conditions is lavender essential oil.For a headache, lubricate and rub the temples.

1 teaspoon of wormwood leaves pour a glass of boiling water, leave for 3-4 hours or 1 hour in a thermos. Drink 1/3 cup 3 times a day. You can make compresses from this infusion on the temples and forehead.

You can also use an infusion of creeping thyme (thyme). 1 tablespoon in a glass of boiling water, leave for 15 minutes. Moisten temples, forehead, back of the head with warm infusion or make a compress.

Lovage leaves – cover forehead and temples with mashed leaves.

Herbal medicine for weight loss

Modern herbal medicine includes an extensive list of medicinal herbs and herbal active ingredients that promote weight loss, prevent and treat the negative effects of obesity.

– Herbal teas for weight loss: diuretics (birch (leaves), cherry (stalk), field horsetail, ash (leaves, seeds, young bark), corn (corn hair), meadowsweet or meadowsweet (flowers), prickly steel (root), nettle (flowering plant, root), hawk, parsley (root) and other remedies.

– Stimulants, thermogenic agents – a wide group of dietary supplements are used to enhance metabolism: bitter orange (unripe fruit), cocoa, coffee beans, black and green tea leaves.

– Fat burning agents that directly alter the oxidative metabolism of fat. The most important member of this category is Garcinia Cambogia, which contains hydroxylic acid.

An experienced doctor gastroenterologist, Ph.medical sciences, as well as a phytotherapist, who successfully use forms of “natural” medicine in combination with the methods of scientific medicine.

Phytotherapy is effectively used for the following diseases:

• allergies: hay fever, bronchial asthma;
• problems of digestion and intestines;
• cystitis and urinary tract problems;
• PMS, menopause, painful menstruation;
• eczema, psoriasis, acne;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• stress, insomnia, headaches and migraines;
• musculoskeletal diseases and arthritis.

What happens at a phytotherapist appointment?

During the first consultation, the doctor will consider not only the current health problems, but all the details of the patient’s past illnesses, his diet and lifestyle. It is possible that clarifying examination methods (ultrasound, ECG, complete blood count) will be prescribed and performed. The second consultation is usually carried out after two or three weeks and is aimed at adjusting the treatment, doses of drugs.

The “natural” methods of treatment, which are actively used in the Polyclinic of St. Antipas, include various types of therapeutic massage.The massage is performed by an experienced doctor using several methods, depending on the goal of the treatment: general strengthening, anti-cellulite, therapeutic, orthopedic.

Migraine treatment. How to get rid of headaches quickly?

Each person has experienced a headache at different times in his life. Migraine is the most common form of headache we face. Today in the article we will consider where this pain comes from and how to cope with it.

In this article we will talk about:

• What is migraine?
• Find out the causes of pain.
• What symptoms are the prerequisites for the development of the disease?
• How does the Tibetan approach differ from modern medicine?
• How to Get Rid of Headaches Using Tibetan Medicine?
• What results can you get after this treatment?

Let’s go through the order.

What is migraine?

Migraine is an inherited neurological disorder that manifests itself as a progressive, throbbing headache not associated with injury, tumor, or stroke.According to statistics, migraine is the main cause of spontaneously arising headaches.

The main manifestation of a migraine attack is headache, which can be very severe. Other common symptoms include nausea and vomiting, and intolerance to light and sound.

If during a headache you feel nauseous, irritated by light or sound, and the headache interferes with your usual activity, then most likely it is a migraine.

What other symptoms can you recognize as a migraine?

• Harbingers of migraine or prodrome – weakness, a feeling of unmotivated fatigue, inability to concentrate, impaired attention.After seizures, postdrome is sometimes observed – drowsiness, weakness, pallor of the skin.
• The nature of migraine pain differs from other headaches – starting from the temple, throbbing and pressing pain gradually covers half of the head, spreading to the forehead and eyes.
• Unilateral pain can alternate from attack to attack, covering either the left or the right side of the head or the occipital region.
• A migraine always has one or more accompanying symptoms – photophobia, nausea, vomiting, fear of sound, impairment of smell, vision or attention.
• In 10% of cases of migraine in women, it occurs during menstruation and lasts a day or two from its beginning. A third of all women who have the condition suffer from menstrual migraines.
• Migraine in children usually has drowsiness as a concomitant symptom, pain attacks disappear after sleep. In men, migraine develops after heavy physical exertion, the pain increases when climbing stairs, while running or walking, when lifting weights.
• Oral contraceptives and other drugs that affect hormonal balance, including hormone replacement therapy, can significantly increase the risk of an attack, increasing its intensity in 80% of cases.
• Irritability, anxiety, fatigue, drowsiness, pallor or redness of the skin, anxiety and depression are accompanying migraine symptoms that may or may not appear in each case.
• The arteries in the temple area are tense and throbbing, pain and tension increase with movement, so patients endure an attack in bed, in a quiet and dark room to minimize the amount of external stimuli.
• Nausea is an important symptom that helps distinguish migraine pain from other types of pain.This symptom always accompanies attacks and is sometimes so severe that it comes to vomiting. In this case, the patient’s condition is subjectively relieved, it becomes easier for him for a few minutes. If vomiting does not bring relief, and the pain does not subside within a few days, then this may be a sign of a migraine status and requires inpatient treatment.

Where are the roots of all diseases, including migraines

Our world is diverse and complex for some, but simple and great for others.The ability to behave, to subordinate thoughts to one’s will, to manage one’s condition in different situations, to launch the correct biochemical processes, allows a person to have strong energy and strong immunity, which means resistance to any diseases.

The integrity of the body begins to break down with psychoemotional factors that affect us every day. If a person knows how to cope with them, processing any emotional leaps towards a positive shift for himself, he will be able to react easily to any uncomfortable situation, remain in good health and, moreover, develop his energy potential.

Otherwise, under the influence of the crazy pace of life, stressful situations at work, at home or on the road, a negative energy charge begins to accumulate, gradually destroying a person’s energy shell.

At first, it affects the psychological health of a person, later, the destruction goes to the physical level, where internal organs begin to suffer and various sores begin to creep out.

Let’s go directly to the causes and factors that contribute to the appearance of migraine.

What is the cause of migraine and what factors contribute to its development?

This is a very complex disease that has many varieties. But doctors agree on one thing: it directly depends on the work of the central nervous system. Any disorder, exposure to a variety of factors leads to the fact that a number of biochemical and neurological components are triggered. In this case, genetics plays an important role.

What external influences lead to the onset of such severe pain?

• Stress.A strong emotional shock in people prone to migraines is very often manifested by a progressive illness.
• Intense exercise that leads to physical stress. This can be training, hard physical work, and even excessive sexual activity.
• Fluctuations in atmospheric pressure, temperature drops.
• Bright lighting, flashes of light.
• Unpleasant, strong odors.
• Travel, change of usual way of life.
• Lack of sleep.
• Malnutrition (or just skipping a habitual meal).
• Hormonal surges in women.

In addition to these factors, nutrition can also cause migraines. About a hundred products cause this disease. Those who have a genetic predisposition to migraines should exclude caffeine, red wine, and beer as much as possible.

How to get rid of migraines with Tibetan medicine?

Rapid recovery of the body in Tibetan ways occurs thanks to the methods of external and internal influence.Anything that can contribute to a quick recovery is taken into account. Lifestyle and nutrition also play an important role here.

On a free pulse diagnosis, you are given an accurate diagnosis, your prevailing constitution is determined, which is one of the most important points for setting the correct treatment, the causes of the disease, concomitant diseases, and already, based on these data, treatment is prescribed.

Again, diet and lifestyle play an important role in the healing process.Therefore, it is important to know your natural constitution and the state of affairs in general. And already on the basis of these data, determine the necessary diet, with the presence of abundant drink and the exclusion or limitation of foods that are not suitable for you by nature.

The main external influences include the following procedures:

• Acupuncture
• Moxibustion
• Stone Therapy
• Tibetan Massage
• Vacuum Therapy
• Hirudotherapy
• And others.

In combination with herbal medicine, these procedures give a tremendous healing effect and allow you to quickly relieve pain and alleviate the condition.

Correctly selected phytopreparations have an immunomodulatory, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, harmonizing the state of the internal systems of the body.

An integrated approach is the basis of Tibetan medicine. External influence with the above procedures leads to the fact that:

• Headache passes
• Eliminates congestion in the whole body
• Increases immunity
• Relieves discomfort
• Concomitant diseases disappear
• The general condition of the body improves

Tibetan medicine has helped many patients regain their lost health. Even in those cases when ordinary doctors refused a patient, saying that he could no longer be helped, Tibetan medicine helped.

Not because she has some kind of magic pill, but because she has tremendous knowledge about the nature of man and his interaction with this world. This experience has been accumulating for millennia and is now gaining popularity very quickly due to its amazing results.

Without chemistry, antibiotics, painful procedures and surgeries, we manage to lift and put people on their feet, significantly improving their condition.

People come to us for the prevention of diseases. Relax, relieve your emotional state, raise your vitality and restore energy.

After complex procedures, a person gains harmony with himself and the outside world for a long time. He just glows with love, energy and life.

Therefore, if you have any health problems, come, we will help you.
Health to you and your loved ones!

itvm.ru Institute of Traditional Oriental Medicine

Migraine ( migraine – fr. ) – repeated bouts of intense headache.

Another name for this disease is hemicrania , which in Greek means “half of the head”. This is due to the fact that migraine headaches are usually one-sided.

As a neurological disease, migraine is differentiated from other causes of headaches when diagnosed – muscle tension in the head, high blood pressure (hypertension) and low blood pressure (hypotension), cervical osteochondrosis, etc.etc.

Migraine in women and men

Migraine is a common neurological disorder between the ages of 25 and 55. At the same time, women suffer from migraine three times more often than men, which gives grounds to attribute migraine to traditionally “female” diseases. However, over the age of 55-60, migraines are equally common among both women and men.

If the endocrine factor is of great importance for migraine in women, then migraine in men usually occurs against the background of nervous stress, psychological overload, mental fatigue. Migraine attacks in men are less common, but they are more intense and often lead to complications (heart attacks, strokes). In this case, the headache is localized not in one half of the head, as in women, but in the forehead, occiput, crown, or covers the entire head.

Migraine treatment

The Institute of Traditional Oriental Medicine has developed and successfully applied effective methods of migraine treatment. The therapeutic effect of these techniques is based on the complex application of acupuncture, acupressure and other oriental medicine procedures in combination with an individual course of herbal remedies.

Complex treatment of migraine with the help of reflex, physical and phytotherapy in our clinic allows:

• eliminate headaches and other migraine symptoms and prevent their recurrence,
• to improve the state of the nervous system, psychoemotional state,
• to prevent complications of migraine and the development of other neurological diseases,
• to eliminate the consequences of stress, mental overload,
• improve sleep quality,
• to increase stress resistance and emotional stability,
• reduce weather dependence,
• improve hormonal levels,
• to improve the quality of life and performance.

Treatment of migraine includes the impact on the bioactive points of the nervous system and organs of the endocrine system by acupuncture, acupressure, moxibustion. These procedures in combination with targeted herbal remedies:

• harmonize the nervous system,
• improve the energy balance of the body,
• normalize the endocrine system and neuroendocrine regulation of the body.

The methods of physiotherapy for migraine – therapeutic massage, cupping massage – are usually used with an emphasis on the cervical-collar zone.

Treatment of migraines in our clinic of oriental medicine is carried out individually, taking into account all the causes and factors of the disease, the characteristics of the nervous system, hormonal status, the nature of metabolic processes, the presence of concomitant diseases. Such an individual, comprehensive approach ensures maximum efficiency and, in the overwhelming majority of cases, allows achieving positive results in migraine treatment.

Benefits of migraine treatment in oriental medicine

1.Long-term and reliable elimination of headaches

Treatment of migraine by methods of oriental medicine eliminates not only recurring headaches, but also affects the cause of their occurrence – disorders of the nervous and endocrine systems. Thanks to this, the attacks become more rare and finally stop. This achieves a long-term and lasting healing effect (as opposed to the use of painkillers or sleeping pills).

2.No side effects

In oriental medicine, the elimination of migraine headaches is achieved without the use of analgesics, non-steroidal, narcotic, hormonal and other drugs. Treatment of migraine with reflex and physiotherapy, as well as the phytopreparations used, does not have negative side effects, is completely safe and has practically no contraindications.

3. Complex effect of treatment

Treatment of migraine in the clinic “ITVM” improves the state of the nervous system and hormonal regulation of the body.Thanks to this, not only headaches and other migraine symptoms disappear, but also other neurological and hormone-dependent diseases are prevented. Thus, there is a comprehensive improvement of the body.

Migraine. Symptoms

Treatment of migraine by methods of oriental medicine can reliably eliminate not only headaches, but also the entire complex of symptoms of the disease.

Treatment of migraine in our clinic is carried out after a comprehensive diagnosis, determination of all the factors that led to the development of the disease, and exclusion of other causes of headaches.

Migraine headache attacks have distinct features and are accompanied by a number of additional symptoms. The headache is intense, throbbing in nature and is usually felt in one half of the head, although in some cases it can spread to the neck, upper, jaw, one or both eyes, or the entire head. Migraine attacks occur regularly or sporadically, but they must be repeated (migraine is diagnosed if there are at least five attacks). The duration of migraine headaches is from 1 to 72 hours (most often from 4 to 12 hours).With a longer duration of an attack, a migraine is diagnosed as a migraine status.

Additional symptoms accompanying migraine headache are, first of all, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, intolerance to loud sounds, bright light, strong odors, as well as visual aberrations, irritability, depressed mood, drowsiness, lethargy, high fatigue. In addition, with migraine, there may be a heaviness in the epigastric region associated with impaired gastric motility and a delay in its contents (gastric stasis).

Migraine with aura

Visual aberrations that occur before a migraine attack or simultaneously with headaches are called aura. These include flashing flies, fog in front of the eyes, flickering light, visual hallucinations. If these symptoms are present, a “migraine with aura” is diagnosed.

In addition to visual impairment, migraine with aura can be accompanied by auditory, tactile and olfactory hallucinations and speech impairments.

Migraine with aura accounts for up to 20% of all cases of the disease and poses a particular risk of complications in the form of strokes and heart attacks.

In 80% of cases, migraine without aura occurs.

Causes of migraine and their elimination

90,000 herbal medicine from the Middle Ages to the present day

HEADACHE, MIGRAINE, DIAMETER

“Heart” wine on parsley (according to St. Hildegard)

200 g of parsley without roots, 1 liter of quality white wine, 2 tbsp. tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 200 g of natural honey.

Wash the parsley, chop finely, add wine and cook for 10 minutes.Then add honey and apple cider vinegar, cook a little more. Strain, drink 20 ml 3 times a day before meals.

Course – from 14 days.

Helps with headaches, high blood pressure, relieves swelling and acts as a general tonic.

For headaches, kidney failure, nervous breakdowns, insomnia, all kinds of cardiac and vascular disorders, you can drink this wine according to a different scheme – 1 sip 7 times a day.

Wine is not swallowed immediately, but is warmed in the mouth or diluted with a little hot water.

St. Hildegards

1 st. a spoonful of incense, ground into powder, 2 tbsp. tablespoons of flour, 1 chicken egg white.

Thoroughly grind the incense with flour. Beat the protein and use it to knead the dough from the incense flour. Make small biscuits from it and dry in the sun. In winter, heat the brick in the oven and dry the biscuits on it.

It is important that the dough is dried without contact with fire, that is, not baked, but rather dried.At the same time, a very strong aroma spreads, when inhaled, the vessels of the brain expand, spasms that cause headache are relieved.

Elecampane tincture (according to St. Hildegard)

200 g elecampane – all parts of the plant in different growth phases; 1.5 liters of red wine.

In the spring, the plant is gaining strength, so start laying during this period and insist on wine throughout the year. Buds and branches have a different composition of trace elements than seeds and roots – in the fall.When all the constituent parts of the plant are in the bottle, leave for another 1 month, then strain.

Use only dark bottles. Drink 20 ml before and after meals.

Long-term use not indicated.

Course – 7 days.

Ruta tincture (according to St. Hildegard)

100 g of rue, 500 ml of cognac.

Rutu insist on brandy for 14 days during the growth of the moon, and strain when the moon is full. Drink 10 drops 3 times a day for 6 months to cleanse the vessels of the brain.

St. Hildegards

20 g of medicinal lavender flowers, 1 liter of white or red wine.

Cook fresh or dry lavender flowers in wine for 5-10 minutes, filter and pour hot into sterilized containers. Drink a glass of liqueur (20 g) of warm lavender wine 2-3 times a day.

The course of treatment is 14 days.

Aloe with honey for headache

30 g of aloe juice, 200 ml of water, 20 g of honey.

Cut off the aloe leaves and keep them in the refrigerator for 3 days to form biologically active substances in them. Squeeze out the aloe juice, pour it into heated water (the water must be clean, without chlorine and other harmful impurities), add honey. Drink in 3 doses 30 minutes before meals.

St. Hildegards

150 ml of fresh wormwood juice, 400 g of honey, 3 liters of white or red wine.

Boil honey in wine, add wormwood juice, then immediately remove the pan from heat.Drink 1 tbsp. spoon 3 times a day before meals. Consume within 2 months.

Wine relieves severe depression and rheumatism, cleanses the liver contained in wormwood, improves the metabolic process as a whole. Wormwood is best harvested in May during the full moon, when there is more juice in the plant.

Yarrow wine for headaches caused by poor digestion (according to St. Hildegard)

200 g of yarrow herb, 2 liters of white wine.

Heat the wine to a temperature of 50 ° C, add the herb. Pour into a bottle and expose to the sun for 2 weeks, then strain.

Drink 20 ml with meals 3 times a day until cured.

For the rejuvenation of the entire vascular system (according to St. Hildegard)

100 g of barely blossoming hawthorn flower buds, 700 ml of cognac, 1 g of vanilla and cinnamon each, 30 g of honey.

Chop the buds, mix with honey and spices, then pour in brandy and shake the mixture 24 times.Leave for 12 hours in a dark place, drain.

Take 20 ml 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.

After 2-3 months of treatment, heart pains disappear, memory improves, tinnitus ceases to disturb, and legs swell much less.

St. Hildegards for strengthening memory and cerebral vessels

500 g of young twigs with buds and leaves of ginkgo biloba, 30 g of honey, 2 g of cinnamon, 3 liters of red wine.

Cut the twigs with secateurs, pour over the wine and bring to a boil.Boil for 15 minutes (during this time the alcohol will evaporate), add honey and cinnamon. Drink 50 ml warm 3 times a day. Tinnitus is eliminated, appetite improves, headache goes away.

Course – 14 days.

Elixir of youth

200 g horse chestnut kidneys, 5 g vanilla, honey to taste, 2.5 liters of red wine.

Put the finely chopped kidneys into preheated wine, boil for 30 minutes, then add vanilla and honey. When cool, strain.Drink

3 times a day, 30 ml before meals. The course can be long depending on the degree of vascular slagging.

The drink cleans blood vessels well.

Clay application on the neck

It should be alternated with local compresses on the forehead and neck in case of headache. On the forehead – a cold compress, on the neck – from heated clay. It is advisable to add lemon juice and zest to it. Keep the compresses for 30-40 minutes, and if the pain persists, repeat them again after a while.

Geranium tincture from 77 diseases (pain reliever according to St. Hildegard)

100 g of fragrant geranium, 100 g of cinnamon, 50 g of hyssop, 20 g of ginger crust, 300 g of honey, 2 liters of red Rhine wine …

Place honey, spices and herbs in cold wine. Cook over low heat for 30 minutes. Insist 12 hours, drain.

Drink as an aperitif for 21 days before lunch, 20 ml and before dinner, but 10 ml. It is very effective for headaches and inflammatory diseases of the internal organs.

Cinnamon milk for headaches and dizziness (according to St. Hildegard)

Grind 5 g cloves into flour, pour 1 glass of boiling milk, leave for 10 minutes, sweeten with honey. Drink 50 ml 3 times a day,

Course – 14 days.

For headaches, dizziness

? 1 st. a spoonful of ground black cumin, 1 tbsp. a spoonful of ground anise seeds, 1 tbsp. spoon of ground cloves.

Take 1 tsp.spoonful of the mixture before meals. Keep the mixture in your mouth until it is easy to swallow and swallow.

Attention ! Do not take with water!

? Consume 0.5 teaspoons of black cumin oil 2-3 times a day.

? Mix 5 drops of lavender oil, 3 drops of black cumin oil, 1 tbsp. a spoonful of water. In the resulting solution, wet the canvas, apply to the forehead. Keep up to 30 minutes, preferably cold.

? In case of dizziness, add black cumin oil to tea and drink.They also need to rub the area under the cheeks and the back of the head.

Clove rubbing

Grind 50 g cloves, pour vodka, leave for 7 days, do not filter. Rub the top layer of the tincture into the temples, the back of the head, the center of the palm and the soles.

St. Hildegards

100 g of spruce bark and branches with needles, 20 g of wax, 50 g of sage leaves and flowers, 500 g of water, 150-200 g of butter.

Grind the raw material, add water, cook until half of the water boils away.Then add oil and cook for another 20 minutes, drain. Add wax immediately.

This ointment is used to massage the head, acupuncture points responsible for relieving pain.

Jadeite

Treats migraine.

Agate for epilepsy and sleepwalking (according to St. Hildegard)

If a person suffers from both epilepsy and somnambulism, then he should always wear agate on his bare skin, thanks to which his condition improves dramatically.

In case of epilepsy, agate should be put in water for 3 days at the moment when the full moon comes. On the 4th day, remove the agate from the water, and heat the water itself a little, without bringing it to a boil.

It is on this water that all food must be cooked until the new moon comes. And be sure to put agate for some time in all drinks consumed during this period.

Carry out a similar procedure within 10 months. There may be complete healing.

Ruby – on top of the head

If you have a ruby ​​weighing 10 g, try, following the example of medieval healers, to put it on the crown of a person who has a headache. Perhaps in an hour the pain will subside.

For headache accompanied by tinnitus

50 g ivy budra, 1 liter of water. Boil fresh or dried buddra in 1 liter of water for 10 minutes, strain and drink in small portions throughout the day.Make a compress from the grass on the forehead and temples and keep it for 30 minutes.

The procedure should be carried out for 7 days in a row on the waning moon, after which the course should be repeated as needed. It is better to keep the compress in a lying position.

Oil of St. Hildegard for migraines

100 g of swollen apple buds, 500 ml of olive oil.

Pour the oil into a saucepan, lower the kidneys there, heat in a water bath for 1 hour. Insist for 24 hours, then strain.The oil is used to massage different parts of the body, in particular, for migraines, it must be rubbed into the temples.

Ointment for head pain and in joints (according to St. Hildegard)

0.5 kg of aspen twigs and bark, 1 kg of melted lard, rose oil.

Chop the bark and twigs, pour over melted strained lard, cook over low heat for 2.5 hours. Strain while warm, add rose oil to improve the smell.For aches, twisting, rub into the joints, for headache attacks – in the back of the head and neck.

Plantain compress for cutting and throbbing pains (according to St. Hildegard)

Boil fresh plantain leaves. Squeeze and apply to those parts of the head where pain is felt. Keep 15 minutes.

Wormwood rubbing in for migraines (according to St. Hildegard)

Mix wormwood juice with red wine (but 1 tbsp. Spoon).For bouts of pain, rub into the head towards the ears, eyes and back of the head. Do in the evening before bedtime. Wrap your head with something warm and sleep like that until the morning.

Long-term use.

Ruta ointment (according to St. Hildegard)

500 g lard, 200 g yellow rue, 50 g wormwood, 10 ml rose oil (to improve the smell).

Heat the lard, grind the rue and wormwood as finely as possible, add to the lard. Cook in a water bath for 2 hours.Strain, squeeze out the raw materials, add rose oil. The ointment is used for renal migraines and hypertension in combination with a tincture of rue. The ointment should be rubbed daily into the kidney area. The procedure should be carried out near a heat source.

The course of treatment is 4–6 weeks until blood pressure returns to normal.

Rubbing from real chestnut (according to St. Hildegard)

100 g of leaves and 200 g of chestnut seedlings, 500 ml of alcohol.

Grind, mix, add alcohol.Strain after 14 days. Rub into sore spots with gout, rheumatism, as well as in the spine with headaches.

Beetroot ointment for inflammation of the trigeminal nerve (according to St. Hildegard)

When the moon is rising, squeeze the juice from fresh beets. It must be mixed with vegetable oil in a 1: 1 ratio, and a few drops of rose oil must be added to flavor.

For trigeminal neuralgia, lubricate sore spots with ointment 3-4 times a day.

For headaches, rub into the temples and occipital region.

Attention ! In case of ear inflammation, rub the area around the auricle, but in no case drip the product inside!

Field violet ointment for headache (according to St. Hildegard)

60 g of freshly squeezed violet juice (use the whole plant), 20 g of pure olive oil, 60 g of goat fat (goat fat is best taken from males ), 10 drops of lavender or rose oil.

Mix all components and cook with constant stirring until boiling. When the mixture has cooled slightly, add 10 drops of lavender or rose oil, this will improve the smell of the ointment and enhance its effect. Store in tightly sealed jars in a cool place. Rub on the forehead from temple to temple for headache attacks.

Banks for headaches

They are placed only by a qualified specialist on the area of ​​the sacrum, neck and occiput.

Sage, fennel and oregano ointment for headache (according to St.Hildegard)

10 g each oregano, sage, fennel greens and apple mass; 100 g butter.

Grind and grind all ingredients with butter. Store in the refrigerator for a short time. Rub the area of ​​the head where pain is felt with the ointment, then wrap the head with a warm handkerchief, hold for 2 hours.

Hot foot bath for migraines, “ ice” legs and high blood pressure

According to the rules, a foot bath lasts 15–20 minutes.During this time, you should feel that your legs have warmed up and warmth spread throughout your body. The legs are dipped to the bone or slightly higher. Baths can be alternated: day – hot, day – contrasting.

People with vascular diseases should undergo these procedures as a preventive measure, without waiting for the onset of pain. Course – 10 baths.

Field clove liqueur for the treatment of migraines

1 liter of vodka, 150 g of wild carnation flowers, 3 tbsp.tablespoons of lemon zest, 400 g of sugar, 100 ml of water, 6 g of cinnamon.

Pour vodka into a container with a wide mouth, add flowers, cinnamon, zest, add a few pieces of fragrant cloves. Put in a dark place, strain after 1 month. Boil the syrup from sugar and water, pour into the tincture, stand for another day in a cold place. Pour the finished liquor into dark glass bottles. Drink 20 ml 3 times a day for migraines, stress, nervous breakdowns, and also as a tonic.

Course – from 14 to 21 days.

Rubbing from apple buds for migraine (according to St. Hildegard)

300 g of apple buds, 500 g of butter, 2 g of cinnamon.

Pick the buds from the twigs and grind them on a coffee grinder. Melt the butter in an enamel saucepan, add the nights and simmer for 40 minutes. Then set aside for 3 hours, reheat, add cinnamon, mix well and strain. Keep refrigerated. Rub into whiskey at the first sign of a migraine.

Purification of the body (according to the Czech spiritual master Francis Bardok):

– dissolves and removes toxins from the body:

– cleans blood vessels and activates the nervous system;

– cleans the gastrointestinal tract and the entire endocrine system;

– regulates blood circulation and blood pressure.

2 st. tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tbsp. tablespoons of Holosas rosehip syrup, 200 ml of water, a little red hot or cayenne pepper.

Attention ! Use only freshly squeezed juice, never canned! Dilute lemon juice with water, add pepper. Add to the mixture the “Holosas” rosehip syrup (sold in pharmacies). Take in courses of 2 weeks, starting during the full moon. Drink 100 g 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals. The break between courses is 2 weeks.

Wheat compress

1-2 kg of wheat, 3 liters of water.

Boil wheat for 15–20 min. Put the hot grain in a linen bag, sewn to the size of the problem area, to which a compress is applied.

Keep to cool completely.

The product improves blood circulation in the neck and spine, helps with back pain, unrelenting renal diseases (when the pain radiates to the lower back), has a good effect on the hardened neck muscles in case of cervical osteochondrosis, eliminates headache.

Thyme massage oil creeping from headaches

Dip 500 g of freshly picked thyme in vegetable oil, bring to a boil and remove from the stove. Insist in a sealed container for 12 hours. Then squeeze through cheesecloth and pour into a tightly sealed container. This oil relieves stress, normalizes blood sugar, heals headaches and insomnia. They can do self-massage by rubbing the neck, arms, legs, acupuncture points and the spine.

Apple buds

Chewing apple buds helps cleanse the liver, spleen and other organs.Their poor performance is what causes migraines. Therefore, in the spring, eat 5 apple buds 3 times a day.

Herbal ointment for canned massage

200 g of resin, 1 kg of melted goat, chicken, pork or goose fat, 50 g of chamomile, 10 g of rosemary, 20 g of hop flowers, 10 g of motherwort, 10 g. oregano, 20 g mint, 100 g St. John’s wort, 100 g hyssop.

We boil the gum in one of the above fats until completely dissolved, then we put the herbs wrapped in gauze in turn.When the fat absorbs the smell and strength of one, we take it out and lower the next herb. An ointment prepared in this way is very active. If it is applied to the spine, rubbed in and placed in cans, it is completely absorbed, it is simply “eaten” by the body.

For dizziness

Grind the wormwood and common wormwood (Chernobyl), taken in a 1: 1 ratio. Steam and wash your hair, having previously filtered. To do with a decreasing magnifying glass.

Recipe Mapsud-Murabek (for tinnitus and chronic migraines)

Grind a fragrant clove on a coffee grinder and use the powder 5 times a day on the tip of a knife between meals.The course of treatment is up to the disappearance of the symptoms of the disease.

Gooseberries (according to St. Hildegard)

This is a universal cleaner for the blood vessels of the brain and heart. They bind and remove toxins, radionuclides and other harmful substances from the body.

Lemon balm tea

1 tbsp. pour a spoonful of herbs with 1 glass of boiling water with the obligatory addition of honey (even for diabetics). Honey delivers essential oils of lemon balm and various useful substances of the plant to all blood vessels, including the brain.

St. Hildegard (for migraine)

5 large pears of any kind, 20 g of ginger in powder, 25 g of licorice in powder, 25 g of ivy bud in powder.

Cut the unpeeled pears into pieces and remove the seeds. Fill with water to cover the pears and cook over low heat. When the pears are soft, salt the water, and grind the pears through a colander. Melt honey (its amount should be equal to the amount of pear porridge) in an enamel saucepan and, stirring occasionally, add spices.Mix thoroughly and add pear porridge. We put the finished pear honey in jars and store in a cold place.

Take 3 times a day, 1 spoon, wash down with hot water or a decoction of herbs, indicated for migraines.

Aloe powder for headache

Cut 1 branch from a five-year-old aloe bush and dry. Grind the dried pieces in a coffee grinder.

Mix 1 g of aloe powder and 50 ml of water and drink 1 hour before or after meals.Do this up to 5 times a day for 1 month without interruption and you will feel relieved.

Attention ! Aloe weakens, so it is more suitable for those with constipation. Aloe juice is contraindicated in diseases of the heart, liver, bleeding hemorrhoids, uterine bleeding and heavy menstruation, inflammation of the kidneys or bladder and pregnant women.

With migraine, high blood pressure

10 g of fragrant cloves.

Grind cloves into powder, use 3 times a day, 1 g.

Chew whole dry cloves (up to 5 per day) for a long time.

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