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Headaches – Effective Natural Solutions
Robert Elias Najemy
Common Causes of Headaches
1. One major cause of headaches is an accumulation of toxins in the body and
nervous system.
2. This problem is increased when we have constipation. A large number of
headache sufferers have constipation or problems with their kidneys.
3. This problem of auto-toxification is multiplied even further when one is
living is a polluted environment, inhaling toxic substances which react
negatively on lungs and nervous system.
4. Another major source of headaches is tension in the neck. Neck tension
can be result of too much thinking, especially worrying, or poor posture, or
the result of some specific type of work such as typing or sewing.
5. Neck tension may also be associated with eyestrain, which may result from
a certain type of work which requires much concentration with the eyes, or
simply a growing weakness or tension in the eyes.
6. The overall tension in all the body may also contribute to this tension
in the neck, eyes, and head. This is especially true of the tension in the
spine, which tends to flow up into the neck and head.
7. A lack of sufficient blood flow and thus, nutrients and oxygen in the
cells of the brain can easily cause a headache can easily ensue.
8. Unresolved negative emotions and especially anger, worry or anxiety can
also create headaches.
9. Insomnia can also create headaches.
10. Hormonal imbalances can often generate headaches, especially during the
days preceding and during a woman?macr;s menstrual period.
11. Other factors also contribute to headaches such as certain hereditary
tendencies or organic malfunctioning within the individual.
You Can do Much to Get Free from Headaches
The best cure is prevention. Let us look at some of the ways in which we can
free ourselves from the discomfort and burden of headaches.
1. Massage can help to relax the muscles and nerves of the neck, head and
eyes so as to increase the flow of blood and relieve the pain. This is only
a temporary solution, however, for we have not effected the headache as its
cause. We have only momentarily removed the symptom.
2. A proper diet with pure non-toxic foods will help the body to free itself
from the accumulation of toxic wastes. Some, who have a high degree of
toxicity, may want to go through a detoxification fast under the guidance of
a professional naturopath so as to clean out their system.
3. If constipation is also a contributing factor, then one should
immediately begin to solve this problem with plenty of liquids, fiber and
exercise. One may even want to make a few purges with an enema so as to
clear out some of the toxic waste in the intestines, preferably under the
guidance of a doctor or professional health counselor.
4. If we are absorbing large amounts of pollution and living a life of
general stress, we can protect our bodies from vitamin deficiency by taking
vitamins B, C and E. These vitamins should be taken in as natural form as
possible, but it is seldom possible to get all one needs through natural
foods alone. Some naturopaths recommend doses of 1000 milligrams of vitamin
C and 200 i.u. of vitamin E per day. Vitamin B can be absorbed through
eating brewer?macr;s yeast according to the recommendation on the package.
5. The tension, which accumulates in the spine, neck and head, can be
relaxed and released through specific exercises and breathing techniques.
(These can be learned from an experienced Yoga Instructor). These exercises
are also useful for creating an overall harmony in the nervous and endocrine
system, thus eliminating the problems of imbalanced hormones or tension in
the nervous system.
6. Breathing techniques in conjunction with deep relaxation offer us a
wonderful tool for relaxing all the muscles and nerves, and even the
emotions and the mind itself. These techniques are not only useful for
preventing headaches, but are also a wonderful first aid for an already
existing headache.
7. Another harmonizing factor is having a routine. The body and mind
function much more efficiently and peacefully when there is a certain rhythm
in our way of living. Regular hours for sleep, waking, eating and washing
are very calming to the nervous system and endocrine system.
8. Those who have much nervous tension would benefit from regular practice
of meditation or inner concentration, which would allow them to release and
/ or transcend physical and mental tensions on a daily basis.
9. Simultaneously we need to understand the cause of his nervous tension and
anxiety. Self-analysis our mind?macr;s mechanisms will help us discover the ways
in which we create unnecessary worry and tension for ourselves.
10. So much of our worry and nervous tension is a result of our ignorance or
forgetfulness of our true spiritual nature. We lack self-confidence and
faith in Divine protection and guidance. Thus the study of spiritual truths
handed down to us through the various religions and spiritual philosophies
can help us to see our worries and problems in a more clear and rational
perspective. Wisdom brings Peace. Peace leads to love and harmony.
In conclusion we may say that headaches in most cases are the result of
wrong or imbalanced living and thinking. We can change our way of living and
thinking, and thus free ourselves from these unnecessary pains. Thus our
headache becomes our teacher or inner guide who reminds us when we are
moving away from the harmonious path or right living, acting and thinking.
(Adapted from the forthcoming "Self Healing" by Robert Elias Najemy. His
book "The Psychology of Happiness" (ISBN 0-9710116-0-5) is available at
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect-home/holisticharmo-20 and
http://www.HolisticHarmony.com/psychofhappiness.html. His writings can be
viewed at http://www.HolisticHarmony.com where you can also download FREE
articles and e-books.
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