By Schuyler Corrigan

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September 30, 2023

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When it comes to headaches or migraines, these can be frustrating, daily occurrences that either leave you feeling irritable or completely unable to continue your day. Headaches and migraines may be the result of other underlying health concerns or the symptom of something else that only happens occasionally. While it’s normal to have the occasional headache, if these become frequent or are impacting your quality of life, it is important to address the primary cause and get to the bottom of the trigger(s). At Richmond Natural Medicine, we are always committed to getting to the heart of your health issues. Some symptoms that become normal parts of your daily life don’t necessarily have to be something you just live with.

What is the cause of headaches and migraines?

There may be multiple causes (or triggers) for headaches or migraines that are unique to each person. Some of these include:

• Dehydration or low electrolytes
• Allergy symptoms to things like ragweed, dust, pollen, etc. 
• Exposure to chemicals, mold, or fragrances
• Poor air quality
• Exposure to light (fluorescent, too bright, or strobe lighting for example)
• Consuming food intolerances regularly
• Certain trigger foods such as artificial sweeteners, MSG, or artificial additives
• Stress, tension, or emotional triggers
• Over-exercising
• Genetics may play a role in migraine headaches 
• Hormonal changes 
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Lack of quality sleep

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How can Naturopathic Medicine Help?

There are so many causes and contributing factors to the presentation of headaches and migraines, looking for patterns and small clues is essential for your naturopathic doctor to determine where to begin. Your naturopathic doctor will ask detailed questions regarding your health history, current health state, living conditions, any medications and supplements, and actively listen to your concerns. Dietary changes, hormonal testing, stress and sleep support, adjustments to exercise, and supplement changes are common recommendations that will be personalized for you and your case. It may be very helpful for your naturopathic doctor to review a symptom journal before your visit that includes your dietary inputs, stress, and symptoms. Through detailed questions and follow-up visits, your naturopathic doctor will support you in finding solutions to reducing the occurrence of headaches or migraines in your life.  

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