Migraine has become the evil of the century. It is frequent and can become paralyzing. It is a kind of headache that is manifested by seizures that may last several hours or even days. In France, migraine affects on average 20% of the population and for most women (about 3 women for a man). The age group affected by migraine is between 20 and 50 years old.
It is certain that migraine is not a pleasure part when it affects a person. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is among the twenty most disabling diseases. It differs from the ordinary headache both in duration and intensity.
Symptoms of migraine
The migraine attack is manifested by specific symptoms
- Headache stronger than usual
- A vision disorder
- Nausea or vomiting
- Localized pain on one side
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Causes of migraine
The causes are multiple
- Dehydration
- Voltage
- Reduced sleep
- Alcohol abuse
- Stress or depression
- Mineral deficiency including magnesium
Generally, pain relievers are prescribed such as pain relievers, recommended by doctors. However, these medications, while effective, can have other impacts on the body, such as impairing the functioning of the liver and stomach.
Natural alternative
There is a simple remedy with a natural ingredient to treat migraine attacks: it is Himalayan salt combined with lemon.
What is Himalayan salt
The peculiarity of Himalayan salt is that its crystals come from the mountains of the Himalayas, hence its name. It owes its healing qualities to the fact that it contains a large amount of trace elements, iron, potassium and calcium and that it allows a good blood regeneration. It contains about 84 minerals, electrolytes and other nutrients and is considered the purest salt since it lies at a depth of 400 to 700 meters from the Himalayan massifs, protected from any pollution.
Benefits of Himalayan salt
The salt crystals of the Himalayas have health virtues like:
- Restore body pH level
- Hydrate the body by regulating the balance of fluids
- Destroy toxins in the body
- Remove heavy metals
- Reduce the signs of aging
- Increase libido
- Strengthen the bones
- Lower blood pressure
- Strengthen the immune system
- Himalayan salt and migraine
The common misconception is that migraine is caused by sodium deficiency. The salt of Himalaya contains qualitatively since it is a salt of high quality. Thus, sodium other minerals and trace elements mentioned above, are the perfect combination to relieve the harmful effects of migraine.
The lemon
Lemon is a citrus fruit rich in vitamin C, it is composed of flavonoids named vitamin P that enhance the effect of vitamin C. Thanks to its stimulating properties, it can effectively relieve migraines.
How to use Himalayan salt
Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt
- ½ lemon
- 1 glass of water
Instructions :
Squeeze the lemon juice into a glass of water and add the Himalayan salt. Stir and drink.
Himalayan salt effectiveness will be felt after 5 minutes.
Other tips to stop migraine
One of the multiple causes of migraine is the dilation of the blood vessels of the head and neck. For this purpose, put a bag of ice cubes on your neck and immerse your hands or feet in a basin of hot water without being hot.
The cold ice on the neck will cause the constriction of the blood vessels and the warmth of the water in the hands and feet will draw the flow of blood to these limbs and away from the neck and head. This remedy was published by Donald Lepore in the guide, titled "The Ultimate Healing System".
Caution
In order not to irritate your stomach even more in case of ulcer, avoid the use of lemon, and if you have high blood pressure, ask your doctor.
