Approximately 45 million Americans complain of headaches each year and 25% of Canadian households.

Headaches can range from being a minor annoyance to a debilitating and painful experience and can be caused by a variety of factors.

Common headache symptoms can include feeling pressure or tightness in the head, pain in the forehead, temples, or back of the head, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and fatigue.

Some common causes of headaches are alcohol/hangovers, lack of sleep, lack of coffee, dehydration, stress, certain medications, sinus congestion and over exercising or over exertion headaches.

There are 150 different types of headaches and the main ones include:

• Tension headaches, usually due to tightened muscles.
• Cluster headaches, which are usually felt in one spot on the side of the head or around the eye.
• Migraines, headaches that can cause a sensitivity to light, nausea, irritability and fatigue.
• Sinus headaches are related to the sinuses being congested and can sometimes be painful.

Some easy ways to reduce your chances of having a headache are:

• Reduce your stress by planning ahead and not leaving tasks till the last minute – get help if you’re feeling overwhelmed.
• Stay hydrated, drink approximately 2-3 liters of water per day.
• Get a good night’s sleep and keep to a regular routine. Get 7-8 hours per night.
• Add electrolytes to your water, this can be himalayan or sea salt or even a professional brand.
• Avoid foods that trigger your headaches and if you’re not sure, begin writing a headache diary to see what foods affect you and what activities you were doing.
• Remember to eat, this is another simple way to make sure your body is fueled and getting what it needs. Preferably choose whole foods, non processed and no sugar as much as possible.

Headaches are a symptom and symptoms are communication from your body that something isn’t working the way it’s supposed to.

If you find you’re struggling with headaches and are tired of dealing with them,we can help!

Send an email to us at info@alignednaturalheal.com with HEADACHES in the subject line.