Migraine Pain: Know The Most Natural Ways To Combat It
Listen To Article [sc_embed_player fileurl=”https://bagdarafarms.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/apoorva-migraine.mp3″] A migraine is an ailment that afflicts approximately ten percent of the population across the board and has always been a formidable one. Not surprisingly, given today’s modern living conditions, the number is on the rise. Whenever a migraine is experienced, a definite pattern is seen. The pain, which is very severe, occurs on only one side of the head and more often than not, radiates from the eye. During the attack, it could be any side of the head that could be affected and in the subsequent ones, it could be the other side. Invariably, these attacks of a migraine lead to episodes of irritability, depression, and even appetite loss. The major symptoms of an impending bout of a migraine are nausea, pounding pain,  and in some cases vomiting. The after effect of a migraine is very tiring and the afflicted often feels like being alone, resting in bed and that too devoid of light and noise as far as possible because these lead to avoidable irritations. One should be conscious of the fact that when this headache occurs, a feeling of tingling, numbness, or weakness in the arm or leg is experienced. Some common causes of a migraine area brought out –  A major cause is when one consumes food to which he is allergic to. These foods could include cheese, dairy products, chocolates, tea, coffee, and many more. Some people are affected by an overdose of bright lights. Other psychological aspects like fright, anger, depression are also known to be the causes of a migraine. In women, before the commencement of the menstrual period, the level of female hormones i.e. estrogen and progesterone fall. This sudden drop in the hormone levels causes a migraine. A weak constitution, overwork, irregular sleeping pattern, low energy levels, excessive drinking, and smoking could also be a few reasons which could lead to a migraine. Painkillers may provide temporary relief but they only suppress and do not remove the cause. It is commonly advocated that the body should be given time to heal naturally. Consuming medicines should never be the first resort. Few Remedies to Tackle a Migraine Are- On the first day of the attack, a fruit diet is advised. These could include all fibrous fruits like pears, grapes, apples, oranges, pineapples, melon, and peaches. Dehydration is another major cause of a migraine. Our bodies should be well hydrated during this time. Hot foot baths and hot fomentation over the stomach and the spine provides immense relief. B complex vitamin supplements have also proved to be extremely beneficial for patients with a migraine. Not known to many, even Niacin has proven to be helpful in the treatment of a migraine. One should try having six small meals rather than a few large ones as most of us normally do. In any case, overeating is a strict ‘no’. As always advocated, processed foods such as sausages, ham, bacon should be religiously avoided as these aggravate the condition rather severely. An individual should indulge in plenty of physical activity including walking in the fresh air. Yoga and exercise have proved to be extremely beneficial in ensuring the blood to circulate to the system’s vital organs, thus getting rid of a migraine. Juice of drumsticks leaves also provides relief from headaches. Even a paste of ginger powder and water can be applied for 40 minutes which provides a lot of relief. While a migraine is on, lemon shots should be consumed as this ensures immediate cooling down of the body. Further, basil seeds could be added to the shots as these help in making the body alkaline immediately. Another addition to our daily diets should be magnesium-rich foods like cashews, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds. As far as possible, we should try to keep our system alkaline m. This will inherently put less load on the digestive system. Acupressure by a professional can be another worthwhile remedy which has known to give positive results.
Do You Know How Your Medicines Take A Toll On Your Nutrition In The Body
Listen To Article [sc_embed_player fileurl=”https://bagdarafarms.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Apoorva-medicinesaffectingnutrition.mp3″] Prolonged medication over some time can adversely affect health in some ways. It can be responsible for the excretion of certain essential nutrients, interfere with nutrient absorption, and even decreases the body’s ability to convert nutrients into a usable form. These effects are more pronounced in people who take a certain medication over a long period. Different ways of how medicines affect the nutrients in the body – Excessive use of diuretics i.e. water pills is a cause of electrolyte imbalance in the body. People who consume diuretics regularly should make it a point to have more tomatoes and oranges along with their juices, prunes, raisins, bananas, sweet potatoes, and winter squash. Having oral contraceptive pills for a prolonged period sometimes does lead to a deficiency of vitamin C and folic acid in the system. Guavas, oranges, lemon, grapefruits, tomatoes, strawberries, cabbage, and green peppers are excellent sources of vitamin C. There are quite a few drugs that are used to treat gout. Intake of these drugs over some time leads to Vitamin B12 deficiency as these medicines interfere with the absorption of this vitamin in the body. Medicines are taken to treat hypertension, restrict the absorption of vitamin B6 in the body. Consumption of foods like fish, whole grain bread, bananas, potatoes, etc. should be encouraged for obvious reasons. Antacids should not be taken as a matter of routine as they lead to the deficiency of Vitamin D. Intake of antacids causes osteomalacia, i.e softening of bones, especially in women. The calcium in milk and milk products like yogurt and cheese interfere in the absorption of certain antibiotics. These should not be consumed at the same time so as to ensure that the full dosage of the drug is available for adequate treatment of infection. It is further brought out that milk, calcium, and antacids should not be taken together. We should wait for at least two hours before taking these iron supplements. Instead, vitamin C rich foods should be taken along with iron to facilitate absorption of this mineral. Drugs used in chemotherapy significantly induces loss of appetite. The taste sensations get altered, and thus, the food should include more flavourings and seasonings like mint, coriander, turmeric, etc. which are a rich source of antioxidants. Certain anti-inflammatory drugs, apart from distorting taste sensations, are also known to cause heartburn, stomach irritation, indigestion, ulcers, etc. which further leads to poor gut. Probiotics are always recommended as a part of the diet in such cases. Remember that vitamin K rich foods such as green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, coffee, beef, liver, green tea should be strictly avoided while on warfarin drug. These foods can antagonise the anticoagulant effect of this drug.