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Why Do We Get Brain Freeze—and Can It Cause Brain Damage? Expert Doctors Explain
It's the season for slushies, slurpies, and shakes: Doctors serve the scientific scoop on why favorite cold treats going down your digestive system can sometimes make your head scream.
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Olympic Gymnast Aly Raisman on Overcoming Trauma and Feeling Healthy Today: ‘I’m Just Re...
"For people who have experienced trauma ... it's exhausting," Aly Raisman says. Here's how this six-time Olympic medal gymnast has...
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Derek Hough: Turns Out, Wedding Planning Takes “Being on Our A-Game”
"The health aspect is so important," says the beloved Dancing With the Stars judge, accompanied by fiancee Hayley Erbert, on the...
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Get Headaches? Try Eating More of This Nutrient
This might have been annoying advice when you were young...but new research shows there's actual wisdom to it.
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Here’s How Kristin Chenoweth Overcame Years of Chronic Migraine Headaches
Kristin Chenoweth makes high notes, dance numbers, and staying upbeat look effortless—but reveals how years of chronic migraines nearly ended her...
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Here’s Why You Get Headaches from Exercise—with 3 Doctors’ Tips for Relief
Exercise is often listed as a migraine preventative—but when this writer suffered severe headaches from cardio, doctors nailed a...
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Five Things to Know About Migraine and its Management
Migraine is one of the most common causes of disability worldwide1 and it is often misunderstood.2 More than 1 billion...
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What Is a Migraine Hangover?
A migraine hangover feels similar to how you do after spending a night on a bender, but without the prior...
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6 Signs You’re Having an Allergy Migraine
Sniffly, sneezy, and headachey? The reason for your head pain may be pollen.
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5 Best CBD Capsules for Migraine
Should you try CBD for migraine pain? If you want to consider trying it, here's how to find safe products,...
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Ocular Migraines: The Headache No One Talks About
Seeing spots, flashes, or blurry vision? You may be having an ocular migraine, more accurately called a migraine...
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20 Natural Headache Remedies You Can Find in Your Kitchen
Stop that headache in it's tracks! The natural ingredients you need are probably right in your kitchen cupboard or pantry.
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8 Effective Pressure Points for Headaches
Relieving tension, stress, and soreness is literally in your hands. Just follow our DIY guide.
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10 Natural Remedies for Headaches Worth Trying
Easier than you think: Next time your skull's pounding, turn to these natural DIY headache remedies for quick relief.
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7 Home Remedies for Sinus Headache Relief
Sinus headaches can create painful pressure, but these home remedies can help fight the pain.
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10 Unexpected Reasons You’re Waking up with a Headache
When you wake up with a headache, your morning won't be pleasant. We've asked health experts on what causes these...
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12 Reasons You Might Have a Migraine (Besides Hormones)
Migraines affect nearly 20 percent of the population. But why exactly do we get them?
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32 Everyday Habits That Will Reduce Your Risk of Headaches
Headaches can really throw a wrench in the best-laid plans, but these expert-approved tips can help drastically reduce your risk...
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13 Surprising Things That Could Be Triggering Your Headaches
Caffeine, dehydration, bright lights—all are potential headache causes. Check out this list to help figure out why your noggin is...
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12 Foods That Can Make Your Headaches Worse
If you’re consistently suffering from headaches or are prone to migraines, some potential triggers could be in your kitchen
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These Are the Signs You’re Having a Silent Migraine—and How to Treat It
When symptoms of a migraine creep up but you don't have the telltale head pain, you may be confused....
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The Sneaky Warning Signs a Migraine Is Coming—and How to Stop Them
Headache specialists reveal the sneaky warning signs of a migraine, like food cravings, to watch for—and what to do...
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8 Types of Headaches—and How to Get Rid of Them
A headache is not just a headache.
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12 Migraine Remedies That Are Proven to Work (And One That Won’t)
Don't just grin and bear migraine pain.
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9 Things That Can Happen to Your Body When You Get Too Much Sleep
Lots of us struggle to get enough shut-eye—but sleeping too much isn't good for you, either. Here's what happens when...
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There’s a Scientific Name for “Brain Freeze”—and You’ll Have No Idea How to ...
Just looking at the word is enough to give you a headache.
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What Your Weight Has to Do with Migraines
If you think you've pinned down the exact cause of your migraines, you could be overlooking one important factor.