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MORNINGJUICE Cure All

I like to pretend that raw juice can fix all things in life. It’s like the windex of good health. I was feeling FuNky  this morning, so I pulled down my ol’ juicer friend and got started.

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morningjuice Cure All

Do you juice? What are your thoughts on the foam the gathers on top? I rarely drink it. The foam is not my cure-all.

In other news, I finally got my Strong Knees DVD in the mail! That’s gonna happen today. Apparently I have to do it every single day for it to work. I’m not good at doing anything every single day, but goodness I’m tired of having a funky knee from falling on a dog.

And in more other news- I lost 3 pounds last week taking me t0 13 total pounds lost!

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And more, more other news thank you to those who supported my Wear it Well Spring ecourse. I tell you, putting stuff out in the world is not for the faint of heart. I am a timid mouse who is full of fears and doubts way more than I should ever admit, and just saying to people “hey, I made something, you might like it” makes me want to crawl in a hole. Because, what if they don’t like it?

What if they think I’m a loser who makes ebooks? What if they think my design or writing is bad? What if they don’t get it? What if people will only respect me if I have a “real job”? What if people are tired of me trying to make a living off of my creativity? What if I’m not respected?

What if, what if, what if. Isn’t is all so silly? I want to be more brave and live with the learning process, but it’s not easy. I want to be more graceful. If anyone ever tells you that following a dream or doing something different is easy, they are lying. No one will ever tell you that anyway.

And further more, doing anything, anything at all will raise eyebrows. You might as well do it anyway. So with that said, if you’re at all interested in an ebook filled with 90 pages of style inspiration, Wear it Well is just that. Right now and until the end of March you can pay what you want. Which means  for $5, 10, 13.25, 16, or $28+ you can buy my ebook. And then you can email me and tell me what you liked or didn’t like about it, because I truly want to know. So I can make it even better next time.

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What Causes Migraines?

What causes migraines still remains a mystery. Although we now know that several events can cause migraines, it is still uncertain why they do so. Migraines can be very painful and debilitating. Often they interrupt our daily functions and cause serious problems.

What Causes Migraines

While the root cause of migraines remains unknown, there have been many factors that have associated with migraines. These are usually external factors such as changes in weather, stress and foods. Internal causes such as hormonal imbalance and problems have also been known causes of migraines.

Migraines occur when blood vessels in the brain become inflamed or enlarged. This is due to irritation in the brain stem. The inflammation itself causes the pain and the throbbing sensation we often associate with migraine attacks.

The pain felt by migraines is often a throbbing sensation around the head or can also be pain located on one side. The pain can last for several hours, subsiding a little and peaking in different intervals. Migraines can also be accompanied by aura. This is when people start to see jagged lines or waves or colors in their field of vision. Some attacks also result in partial visual impairment or even loss of motor functions.

Food rich in tyrmaines is a likely culprit of what causes migraines. These foods are those that have been aged or fermented. Cheese, hams and other cured meat have been documented to trigger migraine headaches in many people. Chocolate and caffeine are also likely factors as to what causes migraines. While you can limit yourself to about 2 servings of these kinds of foods, it may be best to avoid them. Go for fresh options and fresh ingredients, and avoid preservatives and artificial flavoring such as MSG.

Stress, hunger, fatigue and dehydration are also causes of migraines. This is why changes in lifestyle to avoid stress and unhealthy habits help in avoiding getting migraines. Eat right, and drink plenty of water. Get regular rest and avoid staying up late at night.

Hormonal changes such as those naturally occurring in old age as well as pregnancy can also cause migraines. In these cases you can consult your doctor on what steps to take to avoid migraines.

Getting Help For Migraines

As we understand more about what causes migraines, we can also learn for ourselves how to avoid these triggers. You can make a log of the different times you had migraine attacks and what you were eating at that time. This way you can determine what caused the migraine.

A lifestyle change along with taking different medication can be your best defense against migraines. You can ask your doctor about preventive medicine such as anti-seizure and anti-depressants, this kind of medicine has been shown to be effective in preventing migraines.

Migraine medication such as aspirin and ibuprofen has also been very effective in treating migraines. They are used most often when the migraine attacks already occur.

Learn for yourself what causes migraines in your case so you can be better prepared to manage and altogether avoid getting these attacks.

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Signs and Symptoms of Migraine Headaches

Learning the symptoms of migraine headaches can help you detect if you are suffering from a migraine. A migraine is not an ordinary headache and can usually warrant different treatment. Migraines are very painful and they can impair your daily activities and put you at risk for other health issues such as stroke.

Learn the symptoms of migraine headaches below and know how you can deal with them.

Symptoms of Migraine Headaches

Pre-attack symptoms – these include changes in the mood and cravings for certain food. Stiff muscles (usually in the neck) can also be observed at this time. Change in temperature and usual bodily functions are also signs that a migraine attack may be coming.

Aura – aura is a symptom that precedes a migraine attack. Though it is not present in all migraine sufferers. As one of the symptoms of migraine headaches, this is characterized by the appearance of lights, lines and waves in the vision. Vertigo and lightheadedness can also be present. Some aura also includes the sensation of pins and needles as well as the observance of different smells.

Nausea – dizziness and nausea are common symptoms of migraine headaches. Some victims of migraines will eventually vomit.

Paralysis or Impairment of Motor functions – migraine suffers can also experience a feeling of paralysis or inability to move in some parts of their bodies.

Visual Impairment – tunnel vision and temporary blindness can also be symptoms of migraine headaches. This is usually felt in one eye. Loss of perception is also observed in migraine sufferers. Some also experience high sensitivity to light.

Pain – pain is the most common of the symptoms of migraine headaches. Although there are some who suffer from migraines without going through headaches. The pain is usually very severe and can last from several minutes to hours and even days. The pain can be felt at one or both sides of the head. This can be throbbing pain as well as sharp pain. The intensity and frequency of such pain can vary from time to time.

Treating Migraines

Preventing migraines is perhaps the best way to deal with them. Migraines are often caused by stress, lack of sleep and different kinds of foods. Food which has been aged such as hams, cured meats and cheese are likely culprits for migraines. Learn which foods can trigger migraines by keeping a diary of what you ate when you had a migraine attack. This helps you keep track of what food to avoid.

You can also ask your doctor about medicine for migraines. Preventive medicines in the form of heart medicine, anti epilepsy and anti depressants are now prescribed for migraine prevention. When you are suffering from migraines, a host of different analgesics are also available.

Aspirin, Ibuprofen and Naproxen are effective in dealing with migraines. Fro more intense migraine you can take Triptans and Ergotamines which have also been effective in dealing with migraines.

Ask your doctor about these different ways to manage migraines. With the proper changes you can avoid suffering from the symptoms of migraine headaches.

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