Get Rid of Chronic Headache Pain Once and For All.

A headache can ruin your day. So many people try to ignore them hoping they will go away on there own but most headaches do have a cause be it tension, thirst or just fatigue. Sometimes you may just have missed your morning coffee and the lack of caffeine can trigger a headache that either gets worse or slowly dissipates. Some people experience a headache from a bad scent or a change in humidity. You can easily monitor these types of headaches and keep a journal to figure out what your "triggers" are.

At the onset of a headache think about what your body may be telling you. Are you hungry, thirsty,or tired? Just getting a glass of water and laying down for a little while may be enough to help you recover.

Some people react very negatively to glare from the sun. That is why sunglasses are so important not just for your eyes but also to keep the glare from triggering a blinding headache.

If you are hungry you may feel a little weak or sluggish and a little food can go a long way in helping you to feel better. Try to always start your day with some protein and carbs such as protein shake or egg beaters and toast and/or fruit. This will keep you going most to the morning. I have started making a protein shake with wheat grass in it for the protein and antioxidants. I add spinach, almond milk, carrots, fruits and flax seed or coconut oil for the tummy busting factors.

The longer you wait to try and find the trigger for your headache and or treat it the more difficult it will be to feel better.

If food, caffeine, rest or water don't help you can try taking an aspirin, ibuprofen( advil) , eleven(naproxen) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) if anti-inflammatory medications hurt your stomach. Be cautious about taking too much tylenol because it can cause liver problems at high dosages. Headache medicines usually have a combination of Tylenol (acetaminophen) , aspirin and caffeine as all three work together to more rapidly reduce the tension you may be feeling. You won't want to take one with caffeine late in the day. Sometimes congestion may be the cause of your pain and an antihistamine or decongestant or both may be more effective than even aspirin.

It is important to listen to your body and respond quickly as it is easier to relieve pain before it gets to an intense level when it might take hours to relieve.

Some people experience extreme headaches or migraines that actually cause them to leave work or interrupt their activities of daily living. These headaches may be associated with nausea and/or an aura telling them the headache is starting. The medical community has come a long way in treating migraines and there are now many very effective medications for them. There are side effects as with any medication.

Still moving to a darkened room and relaxing may be one of best things you can do especially if your headache is triggered by tension or extreme light, glare or noise.

Try to prevent your pain before it begins by getting enough rest and taking frequent breaks when working on tension causing activities. When using your computer look up from your screen regularly and stand up and walk around at least once an hour. Also eating and drinking when hungry or thirsty. Caring for ourselves not only is important for our own well being but also for our loved ones that may be affected by our pain. We are human and naturally become irritable when do not feel well and sometimes take that pain out on others without meaning to.

Some people swear by a Netti pot. It is a salt water rince for each nostril. Just follow the directions on the box and you can make you your own saline solution. Actually you could use a measuring cup as your netti pot. Mix 1/2 tsp. salt to 1 cup of water warm water and a pinch of baking soda. Lean your head sideways over the sink and allow the solution to run in one nostril and out the other. This is effective for sinus headaches and allergic rhinitis.

As we enter fall and/or spring so many people are feeling sluggish and " head-achy". Often times this is caused by allergies to pollens such as ragweed, dust and/or molds found in our environment. Try to limit your time outside to days that are not quite so windy.Go out during times of the day when pollen is down and air quality is higher. Keep your furnace filters changed on a regular basis, usually monthly. Vacuum with a good vacuum maybe with a he-pa filter or wear a mask or better yet ask someone without allergies to do it. Keep a dehumidifier running in damp areas. Dust often but don't just push it around with a feather duster. Try a damp microfiber cloth. Hardwood floors are actually easier on those prone to allergies if you can keep the dust down.

If you still get those terrible sinus headaches try warm compresses over your eyes or rinse your nasal passages with a Netti pot found at your local pharmacy. You may still need decongestants and allergy sprays or antihistamines. You can now get fexofenadine (allegra) over the counter but will have to sign for Pseudo-ephedrine because of the amount of people using it illegally to make an illegal methamphetamine often called meth or ice. You can also get loratadine over the counter, another good antihistamine although I do better with the fexofenadine or tavist. You might want to take benadryl at bedtime because it is so much less expensive and it can make you drowsy. Nasocort is a good prescription nose spray that builds up in effectiveness to help you lose your sensitivity to your allergen but you must be consistent with it's use. Oxymetazoline hydrochloride is another nasal decongestant you can try. Again over the counter.

It is also a good idea to get allergy covers for your pillows and change your bedding often. Washing your hair after a day outside might also be necessary. Dust mites are the culprits for the allergies we get from dust so keeping them out of our sofa's and bed's is very important. You can find very effective pillow covers at amazon.com. Washing your hair after a day outside might also be necessary. If you get a headache over your sinus's that will not go away for several days especially with fever you may have an infection and usually an antibiotic is necessary such as a Z-Pack.

You can make it through this season with a few precautions . When doing lawn work also where a mask to help with not breathing the pollen. You probably will want to open your windows but be cautious and do try to avoid windy days.

There are some other tips for headaches which might help. Many people find that acupuncture once or twice a week can help as well as deep breathing and practicing other yoga techniques. Paying attention to our bodies can be so important. Just this can go a long way not just in pain relief but also in our general health.

I have recently learned from my acupuncturist to use soothing aromatherapy on my temples such as peppermint, lavender or even tea tree oil. Experiment and find out what relaxes you the most. You can find very good aromatherapy drops at amazon or your health food store.

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