The treatment for headache can be done naturally by consuming foods and teas that have soothing properties and that improve blood circulation, as well as performing head massage, for example.
The headache can be quite uncomfortable and even disrupt the performance of people's daily activities. Therefore, if the headache is very intense or constant, it is important to go to the general practitioner or neurologist so that the cause and treatment can be identified if necessary. Find out what are the main causes of constant headache.
1. Climbing feet
An excellent home remedy to reduce the headache caused by everyday stress is to dip your feet in a bucket of hot water, doing a foot-scrub and at the same time putting a cold compress on the head.
The water should be as warm as it is bearable, and the feet should be kept in the same position for 15 minutes. At the same time soak a towel with ice water, lightly twist and apply to the temples, at the base of the neck or forehead.
This technique is effective and helps decrease headache because hot water dilates the blood vessels and increases the blood flow of the feet, while the compress of ice water contracts the blood vessels of the head, reducing the volume of the bloodstream and consequently the headaches.
2. Drink tea
Some teas have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, calming and relaxing properties, becoming great allies to combat headache. However, if the headache is persistent, it is important to go to the doctor so the cause can be investigated and treatment initiated if necessary. Meet the 3 best teas to relieve headaches.
3. Food
Food is a great alternative not only to relieve the pain, but also to prevent and prevent the use of many medicines. The best foods to treat and avoid headache are those that have calming properties and that improve blood circulation, such as bananas, salmon and sardines, for example. See which are the best foods to reduce headaches.
4. Rosemary oil
Rosemary oil can be used to relieve headaches, especially if the cause is stress, because rosemary is able to decrease the release of the hormone cortisol, which is responsible for stress and its symptoms. This oil can be used to massage the head or even infusion, putting a few drops of oil in a cup with boiling water and smelling a few times a day. Learn about other benefits of rosemary oil.
5. Head massage
The head massage can relieve headaches quickly and consists of pressing lightly, making circular movements, the region where the pain is located, such as the temples, nape and top of the head, for example. Learn how massage is done to lessen the headache.
Also see this super simple technique taught by our physiotherapist to relieve headache:
