Today I interviewed my French teacher, Mrs. Docarmo. Mrs. Docarmo has suffered from migraines over the past years. When asked how frequent she gets migraines she responded that recently she has been lucky by not getting any but before she would get major migraines about three or four times a month. Mrs. Docarmo stated that while getting a migraine she would experience flashing lights and was unable to see clearly. In order for her pain to decrease she would go to a dark room. Her migraines have been very severe and was even taken out of work. She has ended up in the hospital due to migraines. I then asked what medications she uses to relieve her pain. Mrs. Docarmo said that she prefers to not take any medications but if the pain is really strong she takes Motrin or Aleve. She also stated that consuming pain medications caused her to feel dizzy and nauseous so she tries to avoid them. I also asked if she has used other methods besides pills to relieve her pain. She said that she has heard of natural alternatives such as acupuncture but has never tried it because she thought it was painful. Even though Mrs. Docarmo has never tried any natural alternatives she said she might try it in the future. She tries to prevent migraines by avoiding certain foods such as meat or anything that is greasy. She now prefers to cook at home than eating out. Mrs. Docarmo stated, "I think the reason I don't have a lot of migraines is because I doubled up on my exercise. I really do think that walking and being active has helped tremendously." Mrs. Docarmo does not like to consume pills so she tries exercising frequently to prevent getting migraines.
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Not all food causes pain. There are some foods that help the pain. These food supplements have been found helpful for many people. A lot of people are considering using these types of supplements more than pharmaceutical medications because they do not contain chemicals or risky side effects. Another remedy that can help ease the pain of a migraine is foods that contain Magnesium and Riboflavin. For example, foods that contain those supplements are bananas and almonds. Some foods that do not trigger migraines include rice and vegetables. Drinking a lot of water daily helps with migraines. Eating healthy helps reduce the frequency of a migraine. Ginger also helps relieve migraine pain. Ginger is an anti-inflammatory which helps reduce swelling. Food supplements do not only help relieve migraine pain, but also help other conditions such as high blood pressure Individuals can prevent migraines by avoiding certain foods. Even though stress is a main trigger of migraines, there are other causes of migraines such as certain foods. Some people have different types of food supplements that they cannot eat because they will get a migraine. The food that a person consumes can either help with migraine pain or worsen it. Some people do not receive migraines by eating this but a majority of people do get migraines because of these food supplements. For example, chocolate, caffeine, and other sweets can trigger a migraine for some individuals. There are other food supplements that can trigger a migraine. individuals have found that dairy products triggers migraines. Other foods that can cause migraines are tomatoes and onions. There are also drinks that may trigger migraines. For example, caffeinated drinks such as tea or coffee can trigger migraines. Migraine sufferers can determine what foods cause them migraines by avoiding certain food for two weeks and observing the if the migraines are less frequent. Another natural alternative that helps relieve migraine pain is biofeedback. Biofeedback is an “…established non-pharmacologic technique commonly used in the treatment of migraine and tension type headaches” (PubMed). Individuals can use biofeedback as an alternative to pills to treat their migraine pain. Biofeedback is another natural treatment that does not include any chemicals. Biofeedback also reduces the frequency of migraines. Studies have shown that biofeedback prevents patients from consuming pain-relievers daily. Biofeedback as well as other natural alternatives does not only treat migraines. The natural remedy can also help treat other diseases as an alternative to pills. Biofeedback serves to help patients view their body on the inside. A machine is used to show the individual their physical state. For example, the results of the biofeedback can show where there is muscle tension. It helps the person calm the tension because the individual has control of their thoughts. With the results the individual can see what they can change to reduce muscle tension. Biofeedback is used to help an individual detect what can be done to prevent pain.
Acupuncture is a technique in which professionals stimulate specific points on the body, most often by inserting thin needles through the skin. Acupuncture does not deal with any drugs and is safe to use. According to News Medical, acupuncture first originated in China and has been around for more than two-thousand five- hundred years. Acupuncture has been practiced for many years and individuals have found it helpful. Scientists have done some research on acupuncture and have found that it can help relieve the pain of a headache. Many individuals who suffer from migraine use this method because they have found it helpful and less risky than pills. In other cases some migraine suffers have found that acupuncture reduces the frequency of a migraine. Additionally, individuals rather acupuncture instead of pain relievers because acupuncture does not have side effects such as feeling drowsy or weak. Acupuncture is a natural remedy and helps dealing with migraines. The treatment is safe because professionals do the process. Acupuncture does not deal with serious side effects. The natural remedy may have minor side effects if the needles are inserted improperly but nothing major. Additionally, acupuncture cannot only help treat migraines it can also help treat other diseases. For example, it can help treat depression, allergies, ulcers, and neck pain as well as others. Acupuncture works for other health issues and it is a natural treatment. Doctors should inform their patients about the different methods they can use to treat their condition so they can have more options. Acupuncture is not the only alternative an individual can use. There are other natural alternatives that help relieve the pain of a migraine. Another way that an individual can help relieve migraine by is massage therapy. Massage therapy may help reduce the frequency of a migraine. The duration of a migraine can also be decreased when having a message. Most individuals get migraines because they are stressed. Massage therapy can helps relax the tension of the muscles. Massage therapy also helps control the blood flow of the individual. Individuals observed that getting a massage twice a week helped them with their headaches. Massage therapy helps relieve stress which helps the individual because they feel less stressed. Another method that an individual can use is exercising. Because patients who suffer from migraines are more likely to get strokes, it is better for patients to exercise frequently to reduce the risk of other health conditions. However, individuals should not exercise excessively because it will cause headaches. Migraine sufferers should do more exercise and massage therapy so that they can reduce their stress and headaches.
There are a variety of ways that one can treat migraines. However, it is better to treat migraines naturally than with pills. One way that an individual can treat migraines is by doing aromatherapy. Essential oils can help reduce the pain of a migraine. For instance, lavender oil is known to help headaches and migraine pain. Individuals should only put two or four drops of the oil to hot boiling water. Then the individual can inhale the vapors. This process can also be used for peppermint oil. Peppermint oil relieves headache pain because it helps control the blood flow. Another oil that can be used to relive migraine pain is Basil oil. Basil oil helps relax the muscles. Essential oils are natural and help reduce the headache and migraine pain. The remedy does not have any side effects. Many individuals are using pain relievers to get rid of their pain as quickly as possible. Pain-relievers help ease the pain of the individual temporarily. However, many are not aware that consuming pain-relievers can affect their body in a negative away. Consuming pain-relievers daily can risk an individual's life. Pills can cause kidney disease, ulcers, damage the liver and more. Pills come with a variety of symptoms and affect the individual because of all the side effect pills include. Pain-relievers cause a person to be dizzy, nauseous, weak, fatigue, and more. Consuming large amounts of pain-relievers can also lead to addiction. Individuals who consume pills daily risk getting an overdose. Getting an overdose is dangerous because it can leas to death. Individuals should realize that they put their lives in danger when they consume pain-relievers.
Individuals are not aware how much pills can affects their body. Some individuals are also unaware of the different treatments there are to relieve their pain. Pills are not the only treatments that help relieve pain. There are other treatments that help. For example, treatments that can help relieve pain include acupuncture, biofeedback, food supplements and more. These treatments are natural and do not have any chemicals. Natural treatments do not cause any side effects. More people are considering using natural treatments because they do not want to risk their health. Natural treatments do not damage the body and do not have risk of getting further diseases. These natural remedies focus on the person's physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Although migraines can be treated with pills there are also other methods an individual can use to get rid of migraine pain. Individuals should know about the different methods so they have different options on how to treat their migraine pain. Natural alternatives such as acupuncture, biofeedback, and message therapy are used to treat migraines. There are also food supplements that help ease the pain of a migraine. These methods have no risk of having other diseases. Natural alternatives help people reduce the frequency of a migraine. Many people are choosing to use natural medicine than pills because they do not want to risk their health with the side effects of pills.Natural treatments do not have any of the chemicals that pills contain. Individuals who suffer from migraines should not risk their lives. Individuals should see the different options they have and use the one that is best for their pain.
Consuming prescription and over the counter pills can cause a variety of side effects. Medications used to temporarily relieve migraine pain are Tylenol, Advil, and aspirins. Some of the side effects of these medications include feeling nausea and fatigue. Consuming pills over a long period of time can also cause disease such as liver damage or kidney disease. Another health condition that can be caused by pain-relievers can be getting an ulcer. Over the counter pills can also cause a heartburn. A heart attack can also occur if these medications are taken in large portions or over a long period. These medications can also cause an individual to feel dizzy throughout the day. The side effects also cause an individual to be incapable of doing certain activities. For example, driving can be dangerous for an individual who is feeling dizzy. There are other activities that cannot be done because of these side effects. Other medications cause an individual to feel anxious. Individuals should be well informed about the pain relievers they consume before they consume them.
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I am a senior at Pioneer High School. For my senior project, I am focusing on alternative medicine for migraines, In this blog, I will spread awareness of pill abuse and talk about natural alternatives for individuals who constantly deal with migraines. Archives
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