If you are one of the thousands of Indian who suffer from migraines then you know that they are not just the normal common headache. The pain followed by pulsing and throbbing in the head makes it worse. More than 90% of the people suffering from a migraine cannot work properly during the migraine attack.Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache will help you to deal with a migraine with easy and quick herbal remedies. While the exact reason behind migraines is still unknown but certain research suggest that migration can be caused due to environmental and genetical factor both. Symptoms of a migraine include distorted vision, dizziness, sensory disturbance, pain in neck or face etc. According to the severity and varieties of symptoms, migraine can be complicated and frustrating. About 1 billion individuals suffer from a migraine worldwide. A migraine can be chronic and recurring in nature.  Most people experiencing migraine go for allopathic medication instead of herbal remedies which are age-old, without vast side effects and good for health. This article contains: Causes of a Migraine Herbs For Migraine

• Bay Leaf
• Basil leaf
• Ginger
• Brahmi
• Lavender
• Rose Mary
• Chamomile Tea
• Coriander Seed

 Causes of Headache and migraine

• Illnesses such as sinus infections, colds, fever or throat infection.

 

• Stress

 

• Eyestrain or back strain

 

• Environmental causes such as second-hand tobacco smoke smell from chemicals or perfumes

 

• Heredity as headaches tend to run in families, especially migraines

 

• Food allergies

 

• Hormone imbalance

 

• Vitamin or mineral imbalance

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Herbs for a Migraine

1.Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache-  Bay Leaf

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Bay leaves are commonly found in Indian kitchens. It is also known as sweet bay and is considered as a culinary herb. People have been using this herb since ages for a headache and migraine. Bay leaf contains anti-inflammatory properties. Its leaves can be added directly into bathing water or it can also be consumed with hot tea or water.  

2. Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

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Basil leaf is an easy growing tender herb. Tusli contains antiemetic properties which help with vomiting, nausea caused due to a migraine and its analgesic properties helps to relieve a headache caused due to a migraine. It is also considered as a good herb to stimulate body processes.

• Take some Tulsi leaves
• Let them dry in shade and make a powder of that dried leaves
• Add honey with 1 teaspoon of this powder and consume this every morning on empty stomach.
• Make a tea of basil leaves and consume it twice a day
• Drink 2-3 drops of basil leave juice

 

3.Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache-  Ginger (adrak)

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Ginger contains anti-inflammatory properties which help a lot in treating headache caused due to a migraine. Ginger roots contain rhizome property that plays as an important source in plant’s healing qualities.

• In morning cup of tea add fresh slice of ginger roots
• Juice produced from ginger can be used in baths. It stimulates body and helps with a headache
• Ginger oil or paste can be used kitchen for cooking food
• A grind dried piece of ginger with milk or water. Apply this mixture on your forehead or smell this mixture

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4. Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Bramhi

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Bramhi can be used as a natural remedy for a headache, migraine etc. It helps in treating mental fatigue, anxiety, increases blood flow to the brain, improves concentration and with enhances brain signalling. It also helps to relax body and mind.  

5. Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Lavender

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The aromatic and soothing scent of lavender helps a lot in treating headache and migraine. A few drops of lavender oil works wonder when applied to the temple area providing soothing relief. It also treats insomnia, fatigue and stress.

• Add 3-4 drops of lavender oil drops in 3-4 cups of water. Inhale the smell.
• Massage your body with lavender oil which will relieve your migraine.

 

6. Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Rosemary

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From ancient times people residing in China have been using rosemary mixed in tea for treating headache and migraine. Rosemary helps to warm up the body and boost the body systems. It is beneficial in reducing stress, tension and migraine pain.  

• Mix rosemary oil with water and bath with this rosemary mixed water
• Use rosemary oil after shaving
• Add rosemary cream in your daily makeup routine
• Rub rosemary oil on neck and temple

 

7.Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Chamomile Tea

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Chamomile tea contains anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing muscle contraction. It also acts as a mild sedative for a headache and also be used to revive back pain caused due to muscle tension.  

8.Herbal Remedies For Migraine & Headache- Coriander seed

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From ages, people have been using coriander as an easy and quick remedy for various diseases. Coriander is known for its healing properties. It can be used for treating diabetes to allergies to migraines. It has been used in various relieving treatments. Coriander seeds contain anti-inflammatory properties which can be used for relieving sinus pain by inhaling the steam of boiling water consisting of Coriander leaf. These are some of the natural herbal remedies that you can use to treat migraines and headaches.