Does coffee cure headaches? (Query)

Does headache bother you a lot? There are many reasons and many solutions to your headaches.

I am 20-years-old and lately I've been having minor headaches frequently. I read somewhere that coffee helps cure headache. However, I don't want to get addicted to it. What should I do?

Coffee only cures minor headaches. Caffeine^[1] stimulates your nervous system and relieves you of pain naturally. It's a common ingredient in prescriptions and over-the-counter medications for headaches. There are many reasons for you to get frequent headaches. It's a very common complaint in adults, and almost everyone experiences it. Although if you're experiencing it on a regular basis, you should consult a doctor. You can check for these signs before you go for a consultation.

Stress

Emotional, physical or professional stress can also result in headaches. Is your schedule too hectic? Make sure you indulge in some recreational activity every day. Don't miss out on your eight hours of sleep. You can also try yoga for stress relief.

Eat the right food

Eating a lot of spicy food or untimely meals can give you headaches, especially if you have acidity issues. It is your body reminding you to eat healthy and at the right time. Also, eating too much of something can trigger a headache. For example, eating too many sweets at once gives you a sugar rush that pretty much feels like a headache. Avoid these foods that can cause headaches.

Other remedies

Since you do not want to rely only on coffee to get rid of a headache, you can try out these five natural remedies to get rid of headaches. Another method that should work is taking power naps or meditation for 8-10 minutes. You can also consume green tea as it is healthy and soothing.

Which one of these worked for you? Tell us in the comments.

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Reference:

1. Migliardi, J. R., Armellino, J. J., Friedman, M., Gillings, D. B., & Beaver, W. T. (1994). Caffeine as an analgesic adjuvant in tension headache. Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics, 56(5), 576-586.