Whether you’re sick of taking traditional medications, or just seeking relief for migraines from natural sources, complementary wellness therapies can help. As with any alternative treatment for a disease or condition, you’ll get different opinions from wellness experts as to how effective they are, and a limited amount of research to weight such treatments up against traditional medication. However, health and wellbeing is often an individual thing and many people have reported success in using alternative therapies to treat their migraines. So, as long as you check with your doctor to ensure these methods are safe and right for you, there’s no reason to doubt that alternative herbs and supplements are, at the very least, worth a try.
B Vitamins
Otherwise known as riboflavin, taking high doses of vitamin B2 has been shown to reduce the frequency of migraines. This supplement won’t, however, reduce the severity or duration of individual headaches.
Magnesium
There are some studies which suggest that, if you do suffer from migraine, you may have a magnesium deficiency. This is because your body needs this mineral to relax constricted blood vessels, and so magnesium supplements can help to prevent headaches. Plus, intravenous (IV) therapies involving magnesium can help reduce your pain during a migraine headache, especially if you do have a deficiency in the mineral. However, as the research for this are inconsistent and sparse, proceed with caution.
Coenzyme Q10 supplements
Although the reason for it remains unknown, studies have proven that coenzyme Q10 supplements are beneficial to people who suffer with migraine. One possible explanation is that these supplements improve your energy metabolism.
Fish Oil
As you may be all-too aware, fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These chemicals help to protect your nerves and reduce inflammation in your body, but a small study has demonstrated that supplementing with fish oil can reduce the frequency and severity of your migraine headaches.
Ginger
If you experience nausea during your migraine headaches, ginger may be the complementary therapy for you. Plus, this spice has been found to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine headaches.
Fever-few
This herb has been found to contain some of the same anti-inflammatory chemicals as aspirin, but you should not use this herb if you are pregnant.
Butter-bur
This plant can inhibit inflammation in your blood vessels, meaning that it can reduce the frequency and severity of your migraine pain. Again, pregnant women should not use this herb.
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