How often and how long should I use the household remedies?
The frequency and length of use of the above mentioned home remedies depends on the severity of the migraine.
- With an acute migraine attack it is recommended to use the household remedies accordingly in intensive application.
- Many affected people suffer from chronic migraine, a recurring form of headache. Here it is recommended to use an appropriate dosage of the household remedies. For example, three to four cups of peppermint, camomile blossom or cloves tea can be drunk every day.
What should be avoided?
Migraine can be triggered by various so-called triggers. Some of the triggers can be actively avoided, for other factors a doctor should be consulted if necessary.
- These include various foods, such as chocolate, cheese or red wine, which are rich in the substance tyramine.
- Stress also plays a decisive role in the development of migraine in many affected people.
- Other trigger factors are alcohol, smoking, sleep deprivation, weather change or menstruation in women.
Treatment of the disease only with home remedies or only as supportive therapy?
A migraine usually leads to very pronounced headaches that are difficult for those affected to bear. Many people therefore take painkillers such as aspirin or ibuprofen on their own. In principle, migraines can also be treated with home remedies, as long as the pain can be adequately controlled.
In many cases, a combination of medication and home remedies is a sensible option, although this should be discussed with the treating physician. In some cases, active movement and strengthening of the shoulder and neck muscles can also help. Migraine is not a dangerous disease in itself.
Although it is accompanied by severe headaches, it rarely leads to complications. It is therefore a matter of discretion when to see a doctor.
