#1: Primrose oil, is an anti-inflammatory agent, that keeps the blood vessels from constricting.

#2: Multivitamin and mineral formula, they are necessary daily to complement the nutrients we do not include in our diet.

#3: Rutin, removes toxic metals which may cause migraines.

#4: Garlic, is a potent detoxifier.

#5: Vitamin C with bioflavonoids, helps in producing an anti stress adrenal hormone and enhances immunity.

#6 Feverfew reduces discomfort and pain. Caution: Avoid during pregnancy

#7: The herb Kava is a very useful alternative for migraine, its properties allows a very peaceful sedative feeling which helps to achieve a deep state of relaxation these effects reduce migraine headaches, improve sleep without diminishing concentration. Take 180 mg. a day for only threes days in a row. Kava is a very powerful herb; high levels can have adverse effects on the liver. Do not take more than the recommended dosage.

#8 2 Teaspoons of Cayenne Pepper in a glass of water, drink straight down, results in 10-15 minutes

#9 Headache Inhalant

1 d. Rose oil
1 d. Basil oil
1 d. Orange oil
1 d. Rosemary oil

Mix together in palm of hand. Rub hands together briskly and cup over nose and mouth. Inhale deeply through nose 3 times. Wipe off excess oils on a tissue or cotton pad and place in baggie for use throughout the day.

Do NOT get into eyes. If you get Essential Oils into eyes, flush with a vegetable oil, NOT with water!

#10 Migraine Tea

1 2/3 oz. St. Johns Wort
1 oz Valerian
1 oz. Linden Flowers
1/4 oz. Juniper Berries

Use 1 tsp. of the mixture per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10 min, strain and sweeten. This tea helps dilate blood vessels and improve Circulation. If your Headaches are triggered by weather, drink the tea as the weather is changing

#11 Help can be had by use of the ‘cool’ things such as slices of Lemon, raw potato or cucumber, rubbed and patted onto the temples and across the back of the neck.

#12 One of my favourites is putting your hands in hot water, which seems to pull the pressure out of your head. It’s also a good excuse to do the dishes before your headache gets much worse! :-)

I peel a lemon and place pieces of the lemon peel on the temples and secure with a headband. Amazingly enough this has relieved many a migraine ( Hazel aka Yaakova)

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.