Treating Stress Headaches With Herbs

Stress headaches are caused by tension and tightened muscles in your head. They can be caused by stress which makes your muscles in your neck and head tighten up. You may get knots or pressure points in the muscle. Sometimes massage, a hot compress or soothing bath can help relieve the tension.

There are many herbs that can be used to treat stress headaches as well as relax the body and alleviate stress itself. Many people have found that aromatherapy helps to relieve tension as well and massaging the temples with essential oils can work wonders.

Lavender is a wonderful herb for aromatherapy on stress headaches. It has soothing and calming effects and is reputed to reduce pain as well as relax muscles.

Chamomile is a very calming and soothing herb. It is mildly sedative so you can also use it before bedtime if you are having trouble sleeping. It is reputed to help relieve cramps and is recommended to alleviate anxiety.

Lemon Balm is a sedative herb that is reputed to relieve tension headache caused by anxiety. Lemon balm is in the mint family and many other herbs from this family have similar results. Peppermint tea is sometimes used to relive stress headaches as well as soothe stomach upset.

Valerian is one of the most relaxing herbs and a potent reliever of stress headaches. It is a powerful sedative and anti spasmodic that can help with anxiety and insomnia.

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