Home remedies for Migraines

In addition to prescription medication and over-the-counter NSAIDs (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.):

  • Eat salty foods (e.g. an entire bag of pretzels)

  • Drink caffeine

  • Head/face/neck/shoulder massage

  • Lie down

  • Hot or cold pack over face/head/neck (for most people a cold pack works better)

  • Dark room

  • Clear sinuses (allergy meds, blow nose, humidifier, neti pot)

  • Aromatherapy (really works-- I usually add a few drops of essential oils to my hot pack)-- Rosemary and Lavender are best for migraines, Peppermint and Eucalyptus for sinuses.

  • Hot shower (though sometimes it takes a lot to convince me to get up, but the shower almost always helps)

Prevention

  • De-stress

  • Taking epsom salt (Magnesium-Sulfate, not sodium) baths

  • Hydrate adequately consistently

  • Sleep adequately consistently

  • Eat adequately consistently

  • Avoid hormonal birth control