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Progesterone Resource Center Migraines
and Hormones - A Natural Approach It’s estimated that 40 million Americans suffer from chronic headaches. Headaches are one of the leading causes of missed work or school. So why is it that so many of us suffer from such annoying and often debilitating pains in the head? Honestly, there are several reasons. Some of the most common triggers of migraines are stress, food allergies, caffeine withdrawal, medications, lack of sleep, extreme weather conditions, blood sugar fluctuations, and hormone imbalances. Many migraine suffers find little or no relief in either over-the-counter or prescription medications. And, even for those that do, rebound headaches are often a resulting side effect. When suffering from chronic headaches, it is important to learn your triggers. Keep a diary that tells the date, time, weather conditions, foods eaten in the last 24 hours, emotional stressors, amount of sleep, drugs taken or, if you are a female, where you are in your menstrual cycle. Determining your triggers can take you a long way towards reducing the frequency and intensity of migraines. Once you have eliminated many of the triggers (yes, through hard work and dedication), you may find your headaches arrive pre or post menstrual. You have just discovered that your migraines are triggered by hormones. Oh yes, the same lovely chemical that gives us mood swings, cramps, bloating, breast tenderness and those horrible chocolate cravings will also cause your migraine headaches. If you fall into this category, there is hope beyond medication. It’s important to understand that this will require a commitment on your part. Balancing hormones can be a tedious and difficult prospect but the rewards are well worth the effort. Estrogen dominance is the most frequent cause of hormone imbalances. Here are a few keys to remember about estrogen dominance:
It’s no wonder girls as young as 7 and 8 are now starting their menstrual cycles. So what are the answers? You can beat hormone caused migraine headaches through good nutrition and supplementation as well as regular exercise. Here are some suggestions:
If
you are unsure of what products to use
or which steps to take, be sure you work
with someone that is familiar with natural
alternatives. They should be able to guide
you in your decision making process. Copyright © 2004 by Naturally Herbs, all rights reserved. Nicole Bandes is an Herb Specialist that has worked with clients for over 5 years. Find more articles and order herbs, vitamins and supplements at www.naturallyherbs.com.
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