Headaches can prevent you from living a vibrant life, but understanding where they originate can help you find the right treatment. Instead of relying on medical definitions, such as migraines or tension headaches, identifying the location of the pain can lead to simple solutions that are more effective.
Headaches originating at the top of the head
When the headache originates at the top of your head, it is most likely due to excessive toxins in the body and stressed liver function. To alleviate the pain, drink two 8-ounce glasses of cool, purified water, focus on deep breathing for five to 10 minutes, press for 30 seconds on acupuncture points “LV 2” and “LV 3”, avoid dairy, spicy and nitrate-heavy foods, and if possible, administer an enema to clear toxin-heavy stools from your bowels.
Headaches originating on the face and forehead
Headaches that originate on your face or forehead are generally caused by inflammation of the sinuses or high-fat levels in the blood and lymph systems. To find relief, drink strong ginger tea without milk or sugar, add ginger, scallion, and cayenne pepper to your dishes to promote sweating without causing further inflammation, press for 30 seconds on acupuncture points “Stomach 43” and “Stomach 44”, avoid dairy products, fats, and oils, and use a dehumidifier and turn up the heat to dry out damp or musty environments.
Headaches originating at temples and behind the eyes
Headaches that occur at the temples, behind the eyes, or like a band around the head at the templar area are related to stressed function of the gallbladder, kidneys, lungs, and liver. These headaches tend to be a combination of the above two, with impure blood, lymph, toxins, and dampness merging all at once to cause pain. To alleviate the pain, follow the steps mentioned earlier for both headaches originating at the top of the head and those on the face and forehead. Additionally, try performing “Manual Lymph Drainage” techniques or bouncing on a rebounder (small trampoline) to help drain lymph and toxins from the body, and press for 30 seconds on acupuncture points “GB 34” and “GB 43”. Avoid ALL milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, hydrogenated and partially-hydrogenated oils, fatty meats, refined white sugar, caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and nitrates.
Headaches originating at the back of the head
Headaches originating at the back of the head are generally caused by muscle contraction or irritation of the trigeminal nerve. They can be triggered by stress, improper posture, excessive exercise, and toxins affecting the function of the kidneys, bladder, and liver. To find relief, drink two 8-ounces of glasses of cool, purified water, take a break and do some shoulder shrugs and neck stretching exercises when you feel tightness or pain in the shoulders, neck or base of the skull, press for 30 seconds on acupuncture points “UB 65” and “UB 66”, maintain proper seated and sleeping posture to prevent spinal misalignment and muscle spasm trigger points, and reduce daily stress by doing slow and steady breathing exercises before drifting off to sleep.
Conclusion
Catching the headache at its first sign is crucial in headache treatment. Medication or self-care is most effective when done early. Identify the origin of your headache and try these self-care tips for relief. Practice prevention and remember to address any pain immediately to improve your overall well-being and reduce the impact of headaches on your quality of life.
