Headaches are extremely common, especially during the summer. It can cause unbearable pain along with nausea and at times, vomiting.

According to a Neurology study, your headache risk increases by 8 % each time the temperature climbs nine degrees. And, some recent data suggest that the summer season is the most common time for headaches.

‪Ways‬ to get rid of headache caused by summer heat:

    1. Shield‬ Yourself

Bright sunlight is a common headache trigger. Protect yourself from both bright light and glare with sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats.

     2. ‪Hydrate‬

If the cause of your headache is dehydration, you can easily get relief from the pain by re-hydrating your body. Simply drink a glass of water at the first sign of a headache and continue taking small sips throughout the day.

‪     3. Relax‬

One of the best ways to cure a headache naturally is to engage in relaxation therapy. You can do this in various ways such as deep breathing and meditation. These are helpful when done regularly.

‪      4. Be‬ Aware of All Your Triggers

In addition to food and drink, dehydration, exercise, bright light and loud noises are significant triggers.

‪       5. Make‬ Smart food choices

Some of the summer foods can be part of the problem. Avoid common food triggers such as foods with nitrates (including prepared meats) and MSG. However, the following fruits and herbs will help to alleviate the pain caused due to headaches.

‪  ‎ Lemon‬:

   Lemon is a very effective and powerful ingredient to treat headache.

‪  Apple‬:

  Both apples and apple cider vinegar can be used to fight off a headache.

‪  Peppermint‬:

  Peppermint has calming and soothing properties that can help treat headaches.

‪  Ginger‬:

  Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help ease headache pain.

6. Eucalyptus‬ oil ( Nilgiri Oil)

Eucalyptus oil has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties.