It is quite surprising that over 1 billion people suffer from migraine worldwide. Migraine is a genetic neurological disorder that can be classified into various stages ranging from severe to moderate headaches followed by nausea—the intensity of the migraine symptom varies from person to person.
The migraine headache can persist from hours to days based on the severity of the neurological disorder. There are some subtypes of migraine, such as migraine with aura, migraine without aura, probable migraine, chronic migraine, and some episodic syndrome associated with migraine. Among the subtypes, most cases are migraines with aura. There are some home remedies to get relief from headaches and migraines.
Drinks for headache and migraine relief:
Some of the drinks associated with the relief of migraine headaches are,
- Water:
Hydration is the prime factor in overcoming most health issues, including migraine
headaches. Drinking 2 -3 liters of water daily reduces the risk of migraine headaches. Studies show that drinking cold water may trigger migraine to a worse level(3).
- Decaffeinated coffee:
Consuming a moderate amount of coffee is one of the key remedies for migraine issues.
Coffee may cause headaches, as some studies have shown (1) a strong relationship with caffeine products, and the Food and Drug Administration(2) advises limiting the consumption of coffee to up to 400 milligrams per day. Beware that too much consumption of coffee and sudden withdrawal of coffee both trigger migraine symptoms.
- Green Tea:
Green Tea is a healthier alternative to daily coffee. Green tea reduces the quantity of caffeine
intake, as an 8-ounce cup of green tea has only 30 – 50 mg of coffee, whereas the same serving of coffee has 80 – 100 mg of caffeine. This moderation in caffeine quantity yields better results in relief of migraine disorder.
- Turmeric and Ginger Tea:
Turmeric and Ginger Tea is the popular home remedy for migraine headaches and sinusitis
Issues. This tea is well-known for its anti-oxidant-rich properties. Both the ingredients in this tea have immune-boosting characteristics. This tea reduces the symptoms of migraine as well as the frequency of migraine episodes.
- Feverfew Tea:
Feverfew is a flower that helps handle arthritis, fever, and migraine headaches. A proven study shows that feverfew has tremendous benefits, such as anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. These properties help to reduce the development of migraine episodes. (4)
- Peppermint Tea:
Peppermint has pain-relieving properties that are hugely used in reducing migraine headaches. To relieve migraine headaches, it is good to consume peppermint tea in tea form and breathe its aroma. It is safe to drink peppermint tea at any time without worrying about sleep disturbances.
7. Green Smoothies:
Leafy greens are the richest source of folate, or Vitamin B, which is one of the causes of migraine headaches. Vitamin B9 and other B vitamin sources can greatly reduce migraine symptoms. However, taking it as a supplement to decrease migraine symptoms is under research. Hence, consuming green leaves or spinach with other whole grains is advised, as smoothies help better.
8. Fruit-infused Water:
Fruit-infused water is the best alternative to water, but some people hate drinking water because of its boring flavor. Sometimes, people with nausea or under medications may feel like water does not taste good. In such a situation, fruit-induced water is the recommended substitute for water. This will hydrate the body and reduce the migraine due to dehydration. Simply add the chopped or sliced fruits to the water and drink it. Depending upon the fruit induced in the water, vitamins in the fruit are also added to the nutrient consumption list(5).
9. Grape Juice:
Grape Juice is rich in magnesium, an important mineral for reducing migraine attacks. ½ cup of grape juice contains 80mg of magnesium. Magnesium deficiency is linked to irregular nerve transmitters, which are directly connected to migraine headaches. Consuming grape juice can elevate one’s magnesium supply, allowing one to manage migraine headaches(5). The recommended daily dosage of magnesium for adult women is 310- 320 mg, whereas for men, it is 400 -420mg.
10. Orange Juice:
Orange is rich in vitamin C and magnesium. As discussed in the previous point, magnesium plays a vital role in migraine attacks. ½ cup of orange juice contains 11 mg of magnesium. The only thing to keep in mind is that citrus acid in orange may trigger migraine episodes for many people. If so, you can skip this juice and use any other listed drinks to relieve migraine headaches (5).
Conclusion:
Migraine is a nerve disorder that has no cure. People can manage or get relief from migraine attacks by taking a balanced diet and making some lifestyle changes. Water is the recommended option to drink to reduce migraine episodes. Also, it is essential to know which drink triggers your migraine attacks, as this varies from person to person.
