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• Method 1 of 4: General advice
• Method 2 of 4: Prevent headaches.
• Method 3 of 4: Natural remedies
• Method 4 of 4: Alternative treatments
• Tips
• Warnings

Whether you're against painkillers or just don't have them at home, knowing how to get rid of headaches without taking any medications is really helpful. There are all kinds of natural remedies, alternative treatments and preventive measures that can reduce headaches and migraines. Read on to find out more.

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Method 1 of 4: General advice

1. Go for a walk. A walk and fresh air can work wonders if you have a headache, especially if you've been staring at a screen for too long. Go to a quiet place, take a deep breath, and let your mind wander. You have so forgotten your headache.
   • Try to find nature. A quiet country road or a deserted beach is ideal, but if you live in the city, a park is also fine.
   • Increase your pace and take a run if you like. Research has shown that exercise reduces the intensity of the pain and that regular exercise reduces headaches.
2. Put an ice pack on it. Put an ice pack on your forehead, temples, or neck to reduce the headache. The cooling effect relaxes the muscles and relieves pain.
3. Take a relaxing bath or a nice shower. Headaches due to stress or tension can be relieved by relaxing equally well. A warm bath with fragrant essential oil can work wonders, but even a short shower can wash away the stress of the day.
4. Give yourself a head massage. Use your thumb and index finger to apply gentle pressure to the parts of your head that hurt - be it at your temples, your forehead, your crown, or the bottom of your skull. Use even circular motion and light pressure. Do this for 10 to 15 seconds or longer if you want.
   • You can also look at your partner, friend or family member and ask if they would like to give you a nice head, neck and back massage, or you can take a professional massage.
5. Take a nap. Force yourself to take a nap and your headache may have disappeared like snow in the sun when you wake up. Find a quiet room, close the curtains and lie on the bed. Close your eyes and focus on the tension in your shoulders, your neck, and your back. Clear your mind, focus on your breathing, and try to fall asleep.
6. Eat something. Sometimes a headache is caused by being hungry. Try to eat a small, healthy snack, then wait half an hour for the pain to subside.
   • Try to eat around the same times every day to avoid headaches - don't skip meals!
   • Remember to eat slowly - you don't want a stomach ache in addition to a headache!

Method 2 of 4: Prevent headaches.

1. Turn off your computer. Long periods of staring at your screen is a common culprit when it comes to headaches. Looking at a bright screen all day is bad for your eyes and can lead to a headache. Blinking images stimulate your retina and your optic nerves, which can also cause headaches.
   • Try to limit the use of your computer as much as possible, if possible. If you have to use a computer at work, take frequent breaks; stand up, walk around and go outside for fresh air.
   • Take a 10-minute break every hour if you work at a computer.
2. Take magnesium. If taken daily, magnesium can reduce the number of migraine and headache attacks. That's because magnesium relaxes the nerves, which can become overstimulated during headaches and migraines. You probably need more than a normal multivitamin, about 400 to 600 mg per day.
   • Look for amino acid-chelated magnesium (many brands contain magnesium oxide, which is less absorbed by the body).
   • You can also get more magnesium by eating lots of dark green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds.
3. Avoid things that give you a headache. Some substances are more likely to cause headaches than others. You can prevent headaches by not consuming or consuming less of the following substances:
   • Nitrates and Nitrites. Nitrates and nitrites are found in meat products and in flavor enhancers (MSG, E621). Nitrates are also found in some medicines for cardiovascular disease.
   • Phenylethylamine, which is in some chocolates and cheeses.
   • Tyramine, which you find in nuts, fermented meat, cheese and soy.
   • Aspartame, an artificial sweetener found in many foods and drinks.
   • Caffeine and alcohol can also cause headaches in some people.
4. Wear sunglasses. Exposure to sunlight for too long can stimulate the thalamus, a part of the brain that sends pain signals to the body. To protect your eyes from the rays and prevent headaches, wear polarized sunglasses with UVA / UVB protection.
5. Let your hair hang down. Many women get tension headaches from a tight tail or bun. Loosen your ponytail or bun, or let your hair hang down to avoid a headache.

Method 3 of 4: Natural remedies

1. Drink lots of water. Dehydration can cause headaches. That's because a shortage of water leads to a reduced flow of blood and oxygen in the brain. As soon as you feel a headache coming on, drink a cold glass of water. If the headache is caused by dehydration, the water can help in a few minutes.
   • Try to drink eight glasses of water a day to avoid dehydration.
   • Drinking water is especially important after drinking alcohol, because alcohol dehydrates your body even faster, which can give you a headache if you have a hangover.
2. Use lavender oil. The relaxing properties of lavender products are well known - but did you know that lavender oil can also be very effective against headaches? Take a bowl of hot water and put a few drops of lavender oil in it. Hang with your face over the water and put a towel over your head. Take a deep breath so you can soak up the lavender scent.
   • You can also apply the oil externally. Massage your temples with a few drops of diluted oil for two minutes and breathe in deeply.
   • You cannot ingest lavender oil.
3. Use rosemary. Rosemary can also be helpful for treating headaches. Massage your temples with some rosemary oil to relieve the pain. You can also make herbal tea from rosemary and sage to relieve the headache.
   • To make rosemary sage tea, put a teaspoon of rosemary needles and a teaspoon of crushed sage leaves in a cup of boiling water. Cover and let it steep until it is at room temperature.
   • Drink this tea two or three times a day.
4. Use cloves. Clove can relieve pain and tension in several ways. Here are a few suggestions:
   • Crush a few cloves and put them in a paper bag or clean handkerchief. Inhale the fragrance to relieve the headache.
   • Mix clove oil with sea salt and massage your forehead and temples. The clove oil has a cooling effect and the sea salt enhances the massage.
5. Use basil oil. Basil is a herb with a strong scent that can be used for headaches. Basil relaxes the muscles, so it can help if the headache is caused by tension and tense muscles. Drink a cup of basil tea twice a day, which is an excellent home remedy.
   • Put some fresh, washed basil leaves in a cup of boiling water and let it steep for a few minutes before drinking. Take small sips and your headache will slowly disappear.
   • For mild headaches, you can also chew a few fresh basil leaves or massage your head with pure basil oil.
6. Use ginger. Ginger works against inflammation of the blood vessels, which is why it is often used for headaches. Grate a piece of ginger about 2-3 cm and put it in a cup of tea, let it steep for a few minutes and then drink it. You can add milk and sugar to taste. Ginger tea appears to be just as effective for headaches as aspirin.
   • You can also boil fresh or dried ginger in water and inhale the fragrance to get rid of a headache.
   • Chewing a piece of sugared ginger can also help.
7. Use cinnamon. Cinnamon relieves headaches, especially those caused by a cold. An easy way to use cinnamon is to make a paste with freshly grated cinnamon and a little water. Put a thin layer of this paste on your forehead and let it sit for ten to fifteen minutes. The headache should diminish quickly.
   • You can also make a soothing drink by sprinkling two teaspoons of cinnamon powder into a cup of hot milk. Stir in some honey if you like it sweet.
8. Use peppermint. The calming and soothing effect of peppermint is well known to many people, and it can be very good for headaches. Use peppermint oil to massage your forehead, temples, or even your jaw. You can also place some fresh, crushed peppermint leaves on your forehead and leave it on for ten to fifteen minutes while breathing deeply.
   • You can also make a nice tea from fresh mint leaves. Put washed mint leaves in boiling water and let it steep for a few minutes.
   • Or you can add peppermint to a steam bath by adding a few drops of peppermint oil to boiling water and inhaling the steam.
9. Eat apples. Apples help to relieve headaches. Apples contain substances that can restore the acid-base balance in your body, which reduces your headaches. As soon as you feel a headache, eat an apple with peel.
   • You can also add two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar - which has the same properties - to a glass of water. Drink this right away to relieve the headache.

Method 4 of 4: Alternative treatments

1. Try acupuncture. In acupuncture treatments, thin needles are placed under the skin in specific areas on the body. It appears that this balances the energy flows in the body. You may be skeptical, but research has shown that these treatments can be effective for acute migraines. In addition, acupuncture has few side effects, unlike drugs. There is also evidence that acupuncture relieves tension headaches.
2. Take injections of botox. Botox injections - known for its anti-wrinkle action - have a variety of medical uses, one of which is to treat chronic migraines in adults. This option works against both the severity and the frequency of migraine attacks, but the treatment is not reimbursed from the basic package.
3. Try transcranial magnetic stimulation. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a neurophysiological technique based on the laws of electromagnetic induction. A current is generated in the brain by means of a short magnetic pulse, so that brain areas can be stimulated. While many people with migraines say it brings relief, the exact science behind this has not yet been sufficiently researched, making it an experimental treatment.

Tips

• Do not get into noise.
• Stay away from electronics.
• A gem called "hematite" can help if you put it on your forehead.

Warnings

• If your headache persists and you are concerned that the symptoms are getting worse, see a doctor right away.
• Always read medication instructions carefully.