The Herbal Treatment of Migraine

Many people, concerned about the side effects of orthodox medication for migraine, are now seeking to explore the options offered by Herbal Medicine.

 What is migraine?

A true migraine is much more than a headache. The medical dictionary defines it as "a symptom complex occurring periodically, and characterized by pain in the head, usually unilateral, with vertigo, nausea and vomiting, photophobia, and scintillating appearances of light. Such a complex syndrome is unlikely to respond dramatically to a quick fix and usually requires adjustment of lifestyle, diet and long-term treatment.

What triggers it?

• Sleep – too much or too little
• Eating – skipping meals
• Foods – especially citrus fruits like oranges; chocolate, cheese
• Drinks – caffeine in tea and coffee, alcohol, dehydration
• Atmosphere – smoky rooms, lack of fresh air
• Weather – changes in humidity or very cold temperatures
• Sensory – flashing lights, loud noises, strong smells
• Stress – pressures at work or at home
• Hormones – some women say an attack is more likely just before menstruation
• Drugs – sleeping pills, contraceptive pills, hormone replacement therapy.

Deborah Grant has seen many patients, who suffer with migraine, respond well to Herbal Medicine along with diet and lifestyle changes. Science-based 21st Century Herbal Medicine enables us to identify the key active chemical constituents in a plant and their effect on the the body’s biochemistry.Treatment takes a few months but the incidence of migraine is usually reduced. If you feel that you would like to try this safe and more holistic approach to migraine, call for an appointment.