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32. Herbs for Aromatherapy
to Treat Migraine Headaches

Aromatherapy is a practice of using simple plant or herbal oils for treating

different psychological and physiological disorders. This therapy is as old as
human civilization itself. This is an alternative form of treatment. The fresh

scents of flowers or extracted oils may help to reduce tension and heal
associated headaches like a migraine.

It is best to consult your physician before trying aromatherapy for

migraine relief.

Aromatherapy offers different essential oils like Lavender, Jasmine, Peppermint,
Eucalyptus, Rosemary and Melissa as remedial relief for migraines. You need to

mix small quantities of such oils with other carrier oils or alcohol and then apply
lightly to the temples and forehead with a gentle massage. Sniffing such oils

leads to intake of such oils to different parts of the brain. These may reduce
emotional upheavals and hormone releases.

A few precautions include avoidance of rosemary and marjoram oils by pregnant

women and patients with high blood pressure or epilepsy.

Never apply such aroma oils directly on your skin without appropriate dilution.
Do not use such oils near your eyes. Homeopathy users should avoid peppermint

oil.

Aromatherapy is not permanent relief or a ‘cure’ for your migraine. It is only a
complementary therapy. Effects are very individualistic and can differ greatly

from person to person. For some it may offer instant and good relief from stress
and relax your nerves, while it may not have any effect at all for others.

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