Iris Cole interviews Dr. Amnon Musk about headaches and migraines (Walla system)
If you raise your head from the screen for a moment and ask who has a headache pill, probably a few people will hand you one.
Headaches are one of the most common health problems, which most of us would usually prefer to solve in the "easiest" way.
However, if you prefer to reduce the consumption of chemicals and use natural ways to relieve the pain - there are certainly several methods to do so.
First of all, it is recommended to stay away from foods and foods that may worsen the symptoms, and in this list, unfortunately, you will probably find quite a few things that you will have a hard time giving up, such as coffee, chips and dairy products.
On the other hand, there are quite a few foods that will actually improve the situation and strengthen the body.
Here are 7 of the most prominent of them:
1. Ginger
Both fights pain and maintains weight.
Ginger root (Photo: ShutterStock)
Ginger has been scientifically proven to be effective in fighting obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other medical problems.
In addition, ginger has been found to be effective in blocking a neurotransmitter called prostaglandin - known to cause inflammatory reactions.
This neurotransmitter may cause swelling in different areas of the brain, one of the prominent causes of headaches.
Medical studies have proven ginger's effectiveness in fighting migraines, and also in alleviating the nausea that may accompany them.
2. Fish
Keeps the head, strengthens the brain.
Fish stew with Swiss chard (Photo: Alon Mesika)
While people tend to blame all the world's ills on fats, a long series of studies in recent years show that they are essential for longevity, and for fighting a variety of medical problems.
For example, fish, with an emphasis on mackerel, salmon and sardines, have a high proportion of omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties, which have been proven to reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches and migraines.
At the same time, the fish may also improve the functioning of the brain and enhance the functioning of the nervous system.
3. Yogurt
Rich in B2.
Yogurt with apples (Photo: ShutterStock)
Plain white yogurt contains a high proportion of vitamin B2, which participates in a variety of vital biochemical processes in our body.
A study carried out at the University of Liege in Belgium found that adding this essential ingredient to the menu may reduce the number of migraine attacks.
In addition, the researchers found that vitamin B2 may even increase the effectiveness of the headache relief pills.
Don't like yogurt?
It is certainly possible to replace it with eggs, which also contain a high proportion of this essential vitamin.
4. Spinach
One of the most important factors in maintaining a healthy diet.
Spinach leaves in a pan (photo: Walla! system, Ayala Jenny)
One of the most well-known tips for maintaining a balanced diet is increasing the daily consumption of leaves.
Indeed, there are enough good reasons to add leaves to the menu, but here is one that is a little less familiar to most people.
Green leaves, and especially spinach, are rich in magnesium, which has been scientifically proven to alleviate migraine pain and headaches - more than 40 percent on average.
However, the benefits of the leaves for health do not end here, here are all the ways in which they will improve your life.
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5. Watermelon
Another good reason to eat it.
Watermelon (Photo: ShutterStock)
There are many possible causes of headaches, and in order to treat them effectively, it is first important to understand what the source of the pain is.
Here's a way to do it.
In many cases, the pain is caused by a reason we are all guilty of quite a bit - simply because we don't drink enough water.
Dehydration leads to a decrease in blood volume, which reduces the amount of oxygen that reaches the brain and also affects the pain receptors in the head area.
To overcome this, one of the best ways to restore fluids to the body is of course to drink a lot of water, and also to consume fruits and vegetables that will help you complete the quota easily, such as watermelon and cucumber.
6. The right kind of meat
Some types of meat will worsen the symptoms and some will ease them (Photo: ShutterStock)
The American association for the prevention of headaches (National Headache Foundation) suggests that people with a tendency to headaches keep a distance from aged, dried, salted or smoked meat.
According to the association, these types of meat may increase the risk of severe headaches and migraines.
On the other hand, studies actually show that eating liver can actually cure headaches.
The liver is rich in a substance called CoQ10, as well as vitamin B2.
According to the American Academy of Neurology, these compounds help effectively fight persistent headaches.
7. Quinoa
Many vitamins and minerals that will improve health.
Quinoa salad (Photo: ShutterStock)
Simple carbohydrates such as white bread break down quickly in the body, causing a sudden sugar drop, which can cause weakness, a drop in blood pressure and an increase in headaches and migraines.
On the other hand, consuming legumes such as quinoa will help fight these sudden drops and ease the feeling of pain.
In addition, quinoa has many essential vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, as in spinach and other leafy greens.
As mentioned, this ingredient has been scientifically proven as a means to reduce headaches, and will also help lower blood pressure.
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