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Migraine Remedies
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1 BETTER BUT NOT CURED
[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 09/15/2009: Griselda from Gandia, Spain writes: "Keeping migraines at bay: The following protocol works for me
Lots of raw vegetable salads, minimum daily- 1 big lettuce salad(with other raw veg as well) and 1 small or big one with or without lettuce.
Whenever I eat anything cooked (except bread or potatoes) I take lots of natural vegetarian enzymes 4 x what is indicated on the bottle and 6 tabs of a formula that aids the organs of elimination to function. And if a slight feeling of migraine starts I repeat all that.
Everynight and morning I do the Do-in exercise to cure rhinitis, empyema and pollen allergies(one exercise for all those)
I take magnesium and also feverfew
But if a migraine is about to start or has just started, juice of at least 4(or more) freshly squeezed grapefruits (or eating a lettuce) and doing EFT works wonders you can find out what EFT is on the internet.
The cidervinegar at first lessened my migraines but then suddenly completely stopped working and made them worse
After 10 years I hope/believe that the above is the answer"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 12/11/2008: Hazlin from Singapore writes: "I was quite fascinated when I read about oil pulling and decided to try it out for my migraine. I could not find sesame or sunflower so made do with VCO and Safflower oil. 1 tablespoon every morning. It worked the first time I tried it! No migraine. It also helped to ease my achy jaw,which was a result of clenching my molars for long periods, to bear wit the migraine. I sleep better too! Will continue this for as long as I can!"
EC: Read more about Oil Pulling here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/oil_pulling.html
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1 YEA
[YEA] 10/28/2006: Polish from Frankfurt, Germany writes: "1 month ago i was trying ozonated water for the first time and it worked WONDERS for my menstruation migraine. it worked too astonishingly well that i got bold and had some coffee and chocolate that day to "test" the ozone. very devilishly! well, i had "over tested" and felt the migraine creeping slowly back. since i was working at that moment i asked for a painkiller and they gave me a pill of ibuprofen. and my doom [acid reflux] was sealed!"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 03/10/2009: Wanda from Sykesville, Md writes: "Migraines & paper bags:
Whenever I get auras, sparkles and blurred vision and feel a migraine headache coming on, I grab a lunchbag (McDonald's bag works fine), and breathe in and out of it for 20 minutes. The carbon dioxide that I breathe back in helps constrict the expanded blood vessels which create the pounding headache in a migraine. I've used this technique for several years, with great success."
08/05/2009: Lin from Sykesville/Eldersburg, Md replies: "I'm also from Sykesville area, too! I get migraines as well -- have for about 20 years now. Sometimes I would swear they are related to my menstrual cycle, sometimes they are not. I can eat really bad foods & be fine, or go on a health-conscious diet & get these headaches. Usually they are with nausea. Also de-hydration has almost nothing to do w/my headaches.
Anyway, I'll try the paper bag technique (from the local McD's right? -LOL!!) Interesting about the carbon dioxide...
Another (CHEAP) sort-of remedy I wanted to mention is...(I've been desperate after having tried both OTC & Rx meds NOT help).......(drumroll, please) a cheap $3 tube of toothpaste. Doesn't have to be any brand in particular...just apply to the temples, maybe around the eyes -- be careful not to get in the eye.
The cool sensation makes the pain temporarily subside. I've found this toothpaste treatment (my BF calls it "warpaint") combined with sleep or rest in darkness, headache meds, & TIME helps to relieve the migraine. Thanks & good luck!"
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1 YEA
1 WARNING!
[WARNING!] 04/10/2008: Randahl from San Jose, California writes: "For those looking to use Oil of Oregano for it's antimicrobial properties, I would like to specify that Oil of Oregano is NOT Oregano Essential oil, which would have to be diluted. If you're looking to buy this remedy, make sure that the ingredients list states that there is a carrier oil (like olive oil). Otherwise, be prepared to dilute it yourself, or there could be serious negative effects.
I have seen some people writing in remedies that include putting undiluted essential oils on their skin. I think I saw a remedy for headaches or migraines that recommended putting peppermint essential oil on the temples. I have been studying aromatherapy for 5 years, and one of the most basic lessons is that you almost NEVER use essential oils undiluted. Peppermint essential oil in particular is considered to be a skin irritant to all skin types when used undiluted. If put on the temples, the strength of the fumes could seriously irritate the eyes and the delicate area around the eye. If you are going to try any remedy including essential oils, DILUTE FIRST! Even if the remedy doesn't specify it, you'll be saving yourself from possible complications."
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[YEA] 02/12/2006: Samantha from Albany, NY writes: "I used to get an average of 4 migraines per week. Now that I regularly visit my chiropractor I very rarely suffer from a migraine. When I do get one, I rub peppermint essential oil on my temples. It helps with both the headache part as well as the nausea."
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RED WINE VINEGAR AND BAKING SODA
[YEA] 10/08/2008: Cristian from Toronto, Ontario / Canada writes: "Ailment: Migraine Headache and Nausea.
I ate some bad chinese food and got a really bad migraine headache followed by nausea. I layed in bed to try to wait it out but it just got worse. I had this for about 5 hours.
Remedy: My grandmother (85 years old) is visiting from Spain and when I told her how I wasn't feeling good, she made me the following mixture:
1 8oz glass of water
15ml of red wine vinegar
15ml of baking soda
She mixed it all together and forced me to chug it while the baking soda was still fizzing. For a few seconds later I felt like I was really going to vomit! But then miraculously 5 minutes passed and my headache had COMPLETELY dissapeared and a couple of minutes after that I had no more nausea!!! i couldn't believe that this old natural cure worked so effectively! And the baking soda kept making me burp which felt really good!
After that I got a lecture from my grandmother about not eating chinese food, while she waved her finger in my face! She's so cute.
Thanks grandma!"
EC: Yep, that MSG will getcha every time!
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1 YEA
[YEA] 02/03/2007: Susan writes: "For headaches, my acupuncturist suggested massaging the bottom of the feet -- probe around til you find the most painful, tender spots, and rub them. I've stopped several headaches, including a migraine, as well as vertigo, using this method."
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05/26/2009: Hema from Emwood Park, NJ writes: "please let me know what is the best way for curing my severe headache and vomiting?since last 40 years,either once a week or three times a week,or sometimes once a month iam getting such a severe headache that even my some body stands on my head doesnot help me at all. yesterday that lasted for almost eight hours. also i vommited six times(sour taste and watery). i took few tylenol and my prescribed medicine "MAXALT"(WHICH IS I AM TAKING FOR MANY YEARS WHENEVER I HAVE SEVERE HEADACHE)- ICAME ACROSS THIS SITE AND READ ABOUR APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, but before i start anything i will like your advise and how to start it.
thanks
hema"
05/26/2009: Luis from Cali, Colombia replies: "Dear Hema:
Try an Acupressure Anti Headache Band (I can't say the company name). It places in your hand on a special acupuncture point that gets a pressure from a small nipple, and is very comfortable. Mi mother avoids a persistent daily migraine using it.
Good luck."
05/26/2009: Cassi2 from Houston, Tx replies: "i feel sorry for you for these kind of headaches. my first question is have you figured out your triggers - mine are from hormones. i am currently seeing a chiropractor to get my neck fixed because that can be a huge cause of these headaches. also accupuncture has helped me in the past with the nausea and the headaches. but these work together for the best results. as for the ACV - there are different combinations and it depends on what your body can handle. i drink it twice a day with 2 teaspoons of ACV with 8-10 ounces of water and some local honey to sweeten. it will take time to cleanse your system. in the mean time i may suggest getting some sea-band wrist bands - they help with the nausea and are not drugs. i am hoping that the ACV will cleanse my body and put me in better internal balance."
05/26/2009: Anonymous from Aoj, Nk replies: "I used to get migraines once every week. And I used to take pain killers (just over the counter medicine) a lot. Then I came across this site and started using ACV. I take 2 TBSP of ACV in a tall glass, then I add 1/4 TSP baking soda, and I fill the glass up with water. I keep sipping this mixture all day long. I used to make 8 Oz of this mix. and used to drink all at once in the morning. Later on, I read somewhere on this site that its better to sip all day long rather than drinking all at once. Hope this helps!"
05/26/2009: Ginny from Boise, Idaho replies: "When my pregnant daughter's migraine headaches became a problem, my sister told me about apple cider vinegar and tomato juice as a remedy. She told me to use at least 2 tablespoons in an 8 oz serving of tomato juice. She also said that if more vinegar could be tolerated (up to 1/4 cup), even better. My daughter reported that this remedy worked for her and I have used it myself with great results. I highly recommend headache sufferers try this. Better yet, drink it regularly to keep headaches away. Apple cider vinegar is very cleansing and tomato juice has vitamin C and other good properties."
05/27/2009: Anonymous from Anonymousville, USA replies: "From Medscape Medical News:
"Vitamin D Deficiency Common in Patients With Chronic Migraine"
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relieve-migraine-headaches
"When faced with a migraine that won't respond to treatment, many headache specialists will give an injection of magnesium. You should be able to get benefits from long term (2-3 months or more) regular magnesium supplements. The magnesium migraines link may make a big difference to many people."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 10/24/2008: Kendra from Haiku, HI writes: "I have been doing the "Your body's many cries for water" cure and it has helped lower the number of migraine attacks. The cure is drinking half your body weight in water adding some celtic salt to the water. I drink 5 12oz bottles of water a day with an eighth of a tsp. of sea salt in each bottle.
I have also learned a technique someone told me about that has helped stop migraine pain. You go inside your mouth with your index finger and massage the area of the jaw juncture. Your thumb massages outside and your index finger inside. When you find the point it will be very sore. I actually worked both sides (right and left) at the same time... and relief came in about ten minutes. I hope this helps other people and ends the suffering."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 09/15/2008: John from Kansas City, MO writes: "I have migraines from the age of 4. That was 66 years ago. The only sure relief came from Sinus Buster and
you can find it on the web. It works so well I no longer need to carry hydrocodone with me at all times. I even make my own using elixir of cayenne and water in a nasal spray bottle..Try it and see for yourself."
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2 YEA
[YEA] 11/15/2007: Joyce from Joelton, Tn. writes: "To Lisa from St. Clair Shores, Michigan (ll/14/07)' Were you perhaps using Nutrisweet (aspartame) to sweeten all that green tea you were drinking? If so, it was more likely that aspartame was causing your headaches - it is notarious for causing headaches and many other problems. Honey or stevia is a much safer sweetener."
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[YEA] 11/14/2007: Lisa from St. Clair Shores, Michigan writes: "Just wanted to let people know if you have terrible migraines, consider your diet. I started a journal and realized I was drinking about 6-8 cups of green or white tea daily for the health benefits; when I stopped drinking it, my migraines disappeared instantly. I had suffered terribly with migraines 1-3 weekly for about 10 years! Hope this can help someone. Please share with anyone who gets a migraine."
12/26/2008: Vickie from Spokane, WA replies: "It was probably the caffeine in the tea that was giving you the headaches. Green Tea is high in caffeine. I don't know about the White Tea."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 06/01/2009: Vi from Saskatoon, Canada writes: "PMS/Menstruation/Migraines:
I decided to try a new vitamin and supplement regime to get myself off of a very expensive migraine medication that I needed without fail on a monthly basis! However I've been surprised at the changes that went beyond just no migraines. I felt happy, no bloating, lots of energy, and once my period started, I didn't have the awful lower back pain (I actually cleaned the car and ran errands on the first day), and NO MIGRAINES! If you can believe it I didn't even need an Advil. I'm kind of amazed at this because I don't have a great diet, and don't get as much exercise as I should. Unfortunately it's hard to tell what exactly is doing the trick, but from research on this site and others I've started taking:
*SAMe - S-adenosylmethionine - 12 days before - noticeable improvement in mood
*Vitamin B6 - start 12 days before
*Vitamin B complex - daily
*probiotic - daily
* Vit E - daily
*Mg - daily
*Calcium - daily - at night - to help with sleep, and interferes with absorption of other vitamins
* 1 tbsp flax oil, split over 1.5 tsp am and pm or I feel nauseous
* Salmon oil - daily
* 2 tbs apple cider vinegar - one am and one pm - so far only the common brand but will try organic next time
* garlic tablets (improves circulation)
I've also been taking melatonin, starting 12 days before, but I suspect that it's actually making my sleep worse, though some sites say it can help with migraines."
06/02/2009: Anonymous from Anonymous, USA replies: "Magnesium is supposed to help migraines."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 04/10/2006: Nicole from west islip, NY writes: "I suffer from horrible migraines which begin with a tightening in the muscles at the base of the skull then affecting 1/2 of my head, especially behind the eye. The pressure of the massage breaks up the tissue that is inflamed. Ice packs help too."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 07/31/2007: Chris from San Antonio, Texax writes: "My wife had suffered from debilitating migraines for years. The various presciptions the doctors prescribed did not work and had significant side effects. Finally, I did a ton of research and found that migraines are caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B and Magnesium. Since then, a good B-complex vitamin and magnesium supplement a day keeps the migraines away. They start up if she misses more than a day. Also, before she started this supplement, she ended up in the ER again with a massive migraine--I convinced and strong armed the doctor to administer IV magnesium (it couldn't hurt). Amazingly, her migraine was gone in 10 to 20 minutes. He had never seen this--my wife was amazed--she didn't know what the doctors did and didn't believe me until the doctor confirmed. Since then, she is very careful about taking her B-complex and magnesium supplements."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 05/17/2008: Kathy from Piqua, USA writes: "For migraine cure: Washing your feet always helps. Feet have accupressure points (energy centers). Also the muslims wash their feet 5 times a day. -(in Bible also). I believe washing feet helps to ground you. I also think migraines come on from being too psychic for too long. To solve problems we reach out for answers and need to return soul to body and ground. The sixth chakra needs to close.*** Also slowing down and living in the present grounds you."
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