However, the following natural remedies will show you how to treat migraine headaches naturally:
Lavender Oil : Add 8 drops of lavender oil to 6 cups of water and boil this combination. As it boils it will provide a soothing vapor which will soothe a tension headache as you inhale. Also, you can massage your temples with several drops of lavender oil.
Feverfew : It is usually found in the form of extract and supplement but it can be also found in the form of tea. According to different studies, feverfew can treat and even prevent the onset of migraines.
Banana and Ice Compress : The Mayo Clinic recommends a cold compress for migraine pain. All you need to do is to place a banana peel and ice on your forehead. The skin will absorb the potassium from banana and you will much better than before.
Caffeine : It is a well-known fact that caffeine can stop your migraine pain. That’s why many pain-relieving medicines for headaches are based on caffeine as an active ingredient. Caffeine can reduce the level of inflammation that triggers a migraine. So, when experiencing some migraine, combine some headache medicine with caffeine and you will fell instant relief. It is found that this combination is 40% more effective than the painkiller alone. However, bear in mind that it very easy to become addicted to caffeine.
Flaxseed : When experiencing some recurring migraine headaches as a result of inflammation you may lack omega-3 fatty acids in your diet. So, consume more flaxseed oil and ground flaxseeds because they are rich in omega-3 acids. You can add them to your salads or as a salad dressing.
Butterbur : One proven migraine remedy is butterbur or petasites. So, make sure you take 50-75 mg of butterbur in the form of a pill twice per day. The extract of these potent flowers will stimulate proper blood flow to the brain.
Basil Oil : Basil oil is a potent muscle relaxant which can relieve headaches resulting from muscle tension and pain. Also, you can use basil oil as a substitute for olive oil in cooking to prevent migraine pain and relax your muscles.
Buckwheat : Buckwheat is loaded with rutin, a flavonoid which can reduce inflammation, the major reason for migraine headaches. It is not only healthy but it is very easy to prepare.