20 Things You Could Do To Treat and Prevent Headaches

6. Reducing Alcohol Intake

If you suffer from migraine headaches, you may already know that alcohol can sometimes trigger them. It isn’t clear yet exactly why this is. However, alcohol contains histamine and pushes your body to produce more, in turn increasing inflammation throughout your body. Alcohol also contains the chemical ethanol, which can trigger a migraine. This chemical is also a natural diuretic, which means it causes you to urinate more than usual. This could lead to dehydration, which may cause headaches. If you find that you are sensitive to alcohol, it would be wise to reduce or totally avoid consumption. But if you choose to enjoy an occasional drink, make sure to drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration.