Headache treatment (From caffeine)

If caffeine helps headache in the sense that it is the reason for headaches, or if you're suffering from a dehydration headache, then the obvious solution is to avoid products which contain caffeine such as coffee (obviously), soda or other caffeinated beverages, dark chocolate etc. See a list of products which contain caffeine here.

How to get rid of a headache? Aspirin can be helpful as it can give quick pain relief (just like Ibuprofen or other pain relievers).

The recommended adult dose of aspirin is 325 to 650 mg, every three to four hours as needed, up to six times per day. Be careful not to overdose, because it may cause nausea and vomiting, or in extreme cases hallucinations, seizure, coma, and even death due to cardiac arrest.

Do you wonder how to get rid of a throbbing headache? Acetaminophen can be a good pain reliever for all types of headaches.

Dosage: Take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms last, but do not take more than 12 tablets in 24 hours.

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Why do I get a headache after working out? One of the common causes of headaches is said to be lack of water (dehydration). Drinking enough water can be important to prevent or mitigate any kind of headache, and it is especially effective if you're suffering from a dehydration headache (which may also be the case if you had too much caffeine).

Therefore:

• Always strive to drink at least 2 litres of water every day, especially if you have hangover headache;
• Drink a glass of water with every meal;
• Go for small amounts of water frequently,  200-250mls every 15-20 minutes, until symptoms subside;
• Drink water especially before and after exercise;
• Drink water whenever you feel your headache comes from a high blood pressure.

According to a research published in the Australian Journal of Medical Herbalism in 2007, henna possesses anti-microbial and anti-analgesic properties that can help you relieve migraine pains and headaches. 

What to do:

1. Take some henna powder obtained from henna leaves, not the chemicals used for colors.
2. Mix the powder with some water so as to make a paste.
3. Apply it to the head and let it sit there for 30 minutes.
4. Wash the hair thoroughly with a shampoo.Keep in mind that henna will turn your hair color into red bright, therefore, be careful with it.

Basil, among its other properties, can work as a muscle relaxant, which is especially helpful for headaches caused by tension or tight muscles. All you need to do during a mild headache indicating migraine, chew some fresh basil leaves. You can alternatively massage your forehead and temples with 3-4 drops of basil oil.

 Additionally, drink some basil tea. Simply steep 5-8 basil leaves in hot water for 5-10 minutes and drink it.

Mint tea prepared with can be an effective means of getting a relief from a headache. All of the mint's main components, menthol and menthone are able to alleviate pain from headaches. 

What to do:

1. Boil 1 cup of water and add the mint leaves (1 table spoon of fresh leaves or 1 teaspoon of dried leaves).
2. Let it steep it for about 5-10 minutes.
3. Strain it and drink.
4. You can add some honey if you feel like it.

Peppermint, eucalyptus, and lavender oils can be extremely helpful in alleviating headache. Lavender oil is known to reduce muscle spasms and nervousness while peppermint and eucalyptus oils can relax mind by having a calming effect.

What to do:

1. Add 2 drops of lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint essential oils into a cup of water.
2. Soak a clean washcloth in this mixture and wring out excessive water.
3. Put this compress over your forehead. You may cover your eyes for soothing effect, too.