Why do weather changes often cause headaches?
Most people believe that headaches are mostly caused by changes in the weather. This is due to changes in humidity, temperature, living conditions, environmental pollution, storms, floods, etc.
Because the body cannot adapt to changes in the weather, the blood supply to the brain is unstable, causing headaches from mild to severe, causing fatigue and discomfort.
The changing seasons and unusual weather changes cause many people to have headaches and migraines ranging from mild to severe, affecting their health and daily activities.
Additionally, headaches can occur due to changes in barometric pressure. When the outside barometric pressure drops, it creates a pressure difference between the outside air and the air inside the body's sinuses.
People with migraines often have a number of other symptoms:
- Nausea, vomiting a lot
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Numbness in neck and face
- Pain in one or both temples
How to overcome headaches caused by weather changes
Here are some ways to avoid headaches when the weather is unpredictable.
1. Drink enough water
Water makes up the majority of your body. Avoid this headache trigger by staying hydrated. Healthy adults drink about 6 to 8 glasses of water, or 1.5 to 2 liters, each day. Drink plenty of water, especially when you are outside in hot weather or sweating a lot. Sports drinks and electrolyte drinks can also help you stay hydrated and maintain electrolyte balance when exercising indoors.
2. Avoid staying outdoors in the heat
On hot days, people should limit outdoor activities during peak hours and hottest temperatures, around 12-15 hours. If going outside, seek shade to reduce exposure to high temperatures.
3. Wear appropriate clothing
In addition to protective accessories such as baseball caps and sunglasses, wearing light, airy clothing in hot weather can also be beneficial. In cold weather, you should keep your body warm by wearing gloves, socks, and scarves to help avoid exposure to cold air that causes headaches.
4. Eat healthy
A balanced diet, rich in foods with high water content can also help. Supplement with foods that are full of essential nutrients.
Foods rich in magnesium can help relieve symptoms and prevent headaches because it is a muscle relaxant. Magnesium blocks pain receptors in the brain, preventing blood vessels from narrowing and causing headaches. Dark green vegetables, fish, soybeans, avocados, and bananas also provide the body with this nutrient.
Avoid excessive caffeine, tea, alcohol or tobacco as these are known to aggravate headaches.
In addition, headaches can occur due to changes in atmospheric pressure. Illustration photo
5. Cold compress
If you have a heat-related headache or feel your body temperature rising, apply an ice pack to bring your body temperature back to normal. In some cases, a warm bath or shower can relieve a headache caused by a change in weather. Soaking or bathing in a warm bath can be more comfortable.
6. Exercise appropriately
Physical activity can increase blood circulation, promoting increased levels of feel-good chemicals in the brain. This helps block pain signals. Walking, cycling, and swimming are suitable exercises.
7. Do not abuse painkillers
You should only use prescription painkillers when you have severe, persistent headaches that show no signs of improvement. Overuse of medication can cause unwanted side effects and drug resistance.
8. Reduce tension and stress
Find ways to reduce stress, such as meditation, deep breathing, or engaging in recreational activities such as reading, listening to music, or exercising.
Dr. Vu Tu
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