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10. Ginger
Ginger tea is a great way to stop the pain from migraine headaches. Ginger blocks prostaglandins, which are compounds that encourage muscle contractions and regulate inflammation in the blood vessels of the brain. In fact, most of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs work the same way, by reducing the production of these types of chemicals. One study published in 2013 in the journal Phytotherapy Research showed that ginger had a very positive effect in the treatment of everyday migraines. Drink ginger tea at the very first sign of a migraine and continue until the pain subsides.
11. Magnesium
This is perhaps one of the best supplements you can start with because magnesium relaxes the blood vessels in the brain, which can sometimes stop a migraine before it starts. Try taking 500mg of magnesium each day for prevention of migraines and 1500mg at the first sign of a migraine.
12. Feverfew
Like butterbur, feverfew is another remedy for headache pain and fever that has been used for centuries. Feverfew contains a compound called parthenolide, which relieves muscle spasms and prevents inflammation. This herb also reduces pain by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which influence pain signals. You can take 100mg of a feverfew supplement each day or drink a few cups of feverfew tea at the first sign of pain.
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