Migraines are headaches that are relentless, persistent, and painful. The pain is centralized to one side of the head. If the symptoms and triggers are recognized they can be prevented or lessened. Some triggers are stress, anxiety, shoulder or neck tension, and low blood sugar. The most common symptoms are pain that will either throb or pulsate, nausea and vomiting. The person can have issues with light, sound, touch and often strong smells.

There are many natural remedies for migraines. Many of them are also home remedies for migraines. We will talk about the top four of these remedies. These remedies do not cover all of the symptoms or triggers of a migraine headache. These will help the ones that are the most troublesome for the majority of people. Each of these remedies is easy for the person to execute by themselves:

1. Lavender oil
One of the remedies is Lavender essential oil. It can be inhaled for five minutes to help ease the pain as it helps to relax the person. It can be mixed with a carrier oil, such as coconut or jojoba oil, and rubbed on the temples in a circular motion to help with easing the pain. Lavender can also help relieve stress and anxiety before a migraine can start because of it.

2. Peppermint oil
If used at the onset of a migraine it may be able to stop it from becoming full-blown. It is suggested that it be applied to the forehead and the temples. To do this mix it with carrier oil first. It helps to ease pain and nausea that is often caused by migraines. It can help with being sensitive to light. Peppermint oil can help reduce the anxiety that can trigger a migraine.

3. Ginger
Ginger is known to lessen the severity of the pain and the length of time that the migraine stays. This is because it reduces the inflammation that is causing the pain. Drinking ginger tea helps to ease nausea and upset the stomach from a migraine. It is suggested that the tea be drunk hot with some honey and maybe some citrus flavoring. Ginger can also be taken in the form of a health supplement.

4. Feverfew and butterbur
Both feverfew and butterbur have the same properties that help with migraines. Feverfew is a prophylactic treatment for those who suffer from migraines. Both will help to reduce the frequency of migraines. They can reduce the amount of inflammation which will help to ease the pain that the person feels. Feverfew can ease nausea and vomiting that may occur with the migraine. Feverfew helps reduce the sensitivity to light and noise. Feverfew and butterbur can be purchased as a dietary health supplement and taken that way.