Top 5 Reasons why you get Headaches

Originally published in December 2014.

I used to get regular headaches and I often used to wonder why I could be getting one. Today. we will read about simple habits which can be the reason why you get headaches.

If you have been a regular on this blog, you would know by now that I have suffered from consistent headaches in the past. In the past few years, these headaches have converted into migraines accompanies with shoulder and neck pain. So, let us check out the top reasons why you get headaches.

Toxins in your system

The major cause of both tension headaches and migraines is the retention of toxins or tissue irritants within the central nervous system. These chemical irritants may cause an over-sensitivity of nerve tissues to other stimuli. – [Source: Dr. Furhman]

Have you been eating a lot of junk food and not doing any exercise and skimping on your sleep? Or, just being unhealthy in the most possible ways? Bad lifestyle and food can lead to excess toxins in your system and are the leading cause of why you get headaches.

Inadequate Breathing

The lack of circulation in the body can be one of the reasons why you get headaches. We do not breathe properly and deeply which can cause lack of proper blood circulation and sedentary lifestyle definitely does not help. When the oxygen levels fall in the body, cluster headaches can happen.

Did you know yawning can also mean your body is not getting enough oxygen?

Deep breathing is necessary. So, remember to take a break from your work and relax and breathe deeply often in the day. Other symptoms for lack of oxygen are morning headaches, being chronically tired and lack of motivation.

Lack of Protein

Protein is important in brain function and brain energy, [ Source: Livestrong ]

A vegetarian diet or improper nutrition can lead to protein deficiency. That does not mean you start binging on animal protein. The takeaway should be to have a balanced diet.

Lack of B12 and Vitamin D

B12 deficiency is known to increase the levels of free radicals in the body which cause the onset of migraines. Similarly, Vitamin D can cause inflammation and affect how neurons work which can be potential cause of headaches.

Lack of Water or Dehydration in the Body

Lack of adequate water intake is also known to cause mood disorders and depression.

Dehydration headache is an actual thing! When the body is not getting enough fluids, fatigue, dizziness and dry mouth may be experience. So, next time you get a headache, drink water and take some rest.

Now you know that not only does our lifestyle affect our mental health and physical health, it can also cause plethora of side-issues which affect us holistically. Small habits can lead to big changes.

Now, its your turn! Do you suffer from chronic headaches? Do you rely on the medicines or try to bear it out? Or, have you figured out a trigger for your headaches? Share your experience in the comments.