Head tension, tightness, and discomfort are some of the most common health concerns. There are many potential reasons they develop. If you are ever concerned about the frequency or nature of your headache or migraine, then be sure to speak to your health practitioner.
Tips for when you feel a headache or migraine coming on
- Make sure you drink plenty of water, around 8 glasses per day. Dehydration is a common cause of head tension.
- Avoid skipping meals - keeping your blood sugar levels balanced supports your brain to function at its best.
- Are you under a lot of pressure? Supporting your body during times of increased pressure with adequate nutrition, hydration, sleep, and supplements can support your body’s overall response to stress.
- Are you getting enough sleep every night? A simple, and yet often overlooked factor to consider - while we sleep, our brains undergo a clean-up process that supports us to feel rejuvenated the following day.
- Keep a food diary to check if any type of food or drink may be linked with the onset of head discomfort.
- Hormonal changes throughout the menstrual cycle can also contribute to the onset of head tension, keeping a diary of when they occur can provide some insight for you, and your health practitioner.
Supplements for Headaches and Migraines
- Magnesium – supports healthy blood vessels and can provide comfort during tension and tightness.
- Ginger – supports healthy blood flow, ensuring your brain has optimal oxygen and nutrients to function.
- Jamaican Dogwood – supports comfort and relieves tension.
- Vitamin B complex – Vitamin B requirements increase during times of increased pressure, which can trigger head discomfort. A Nootropic can support mental clarity, and recall.
- Coenzyme Q10 – important for mitochondrial health which supports the healthy function of nerve cells.
- Omega-3 fatty acids – support healthy cell function, and healthy blood flow.
- 5HTP – 5HTP is a precursor to serotonin, an important neurotransmitter which can support head comfort, and provide Mood Support.
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