Suffering from severe headache? Try these natural remedies!

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: Do you often feel that pounding in your head? That pounding is nothing but headache. It has become very common and usually happens because of dehydration, tension, stress or a hangover. Though there are many medicines for severe headaches, but one can get rid of it naturally.

Here are some simple home remedies to help you get rid of headaches:

Ginger

If you have headache then consume ginger as it helps reduce the inflammation of the blood vessels in the head and provide relief. Mix equal parts of ginger juice and lemon juice and have it daily twice. You can also boil ginger powder or raw ginger in water, and inhale the vapor to get relief from headache.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is one of the effective agent to get rid of headaches. Grind some cinnamon sticks into a powder and add some water to make a thick paste. Now, apply the paste on your forehead and keep it for 30 minutes and then wash it with lukewarm water.

Cloves

Cloves is also another natural home remedy to treat headaches as they can ease the pain with their cooling and pain relieving properties. Crushing some cloves and put them in a clean handkerchief. Now, inhale the smell of the crushed cloves until you get some relief from the pain.

Chamomile Tea

Drinking a cup of chamomile tea helps to get relief from severe headaches as it contains compounds that soothes the pain.

Lemon

Lemon is an excellent remedy to get rid of headaches because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon into your cup of herbal tea and drink it. You can also rub fresh lemon on your forehead and temples to get relief.

Almond

Almonds helps in getting relief from headaches as it contains salicin that acts as a natural aspirin and ease the pain. So, grab some nuts next time whevener you get a headache, and get quick relief.