Health and Headaches

Health & Headaches

COVID-19 has not been an easy time for anyone. Masks, stress, and anxiety seems to be the “new normal.” Stress and anxiety can easily lead to headaches and migraines. Your body can become more susceptible to headaches when your nervous system is being expended through stress.

Joseph Sirven, MD, a Mayo Clinic neurologist, presents 5 tips for de-stressing at home and potentially reducing the headaches and reducing the chance of migraines.

1. Limit exposure to news media.

2. Care for yourself by eating a healthy diet, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep.

3. Get some exercise, especially outside.

4. Focus on the positive.

5. Meditate, stretch, or practice deep breathing.
   
   (https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/covid-19-tips-to-reduce-migraines-for-those-susceptible-to-stress/)

One of the best ways to achieve these great tips are to pick your “favorites.”

1. Find a recipe that includes your favorite whole food.

2. Pour water and drink from your favorite glass!

3. Set a timer for bed. Give yourself time to read your new favorite book as part of winding down.

4. Go to your favorite park or hiking trail and enjoy a nice stroll.

5. At the end of every day, write down your favorite thing(s) that happened that day.

6. Find your favorite chill music or favorite stretch in order to meditate and practice deep breathing.

How you encourage your health and what you feed your body will dictate your quality of life.

If you implement these easy practices into your every day life, you can achieve greater health and in turn a greater life. Make it great!