If you've suffered from migraine pain, you know exactly how unbearable it can be. Your friends may think it's "just a headache," but the awful, grinding pain is way worse. Anyone who's experienced it will want to avoid that awful feeling for the rest of their life, but that's easier said than done.

We all know to take medication like Aspirin or Tylenol, and to turn off the lights when we feel a migraine beginning, but often these don't have any real effect on your pain level.

If you need relief, these 7 solutions have been proven to ease migraine pain, so try them as soon as you feel one starting!

Remember: Migraines can be a sign of more serious conditions, so check with your doctor if you have severe and prolonged migraines.

1. Keep track of your migraines

While finding relief is important, learning what causes your migraines matters too. New research even suggests learning how to cope with "migraine triggers" can be more important than easing the pain. Take note in a "migraine journal" what you're doing when the pain starts.

2. Change your diet

Eating healthier can relieve chronic headaches and migraines, but even small changes can have a big effect. Foods like aged cheese and alcohol have been linked to migraines, so cut them out of your diet along with any food that seem to cause your head pain.

3. Drink tea or coffee

In the early stage of a migraine, caffeine drinks have been shown to relieve pain and help your medicine work better. Just drink in moderation, because too much caffeine can make the pain worse!

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4. Go natural

The science is still out on whether new treatments and "traditional cures" can ease migraine pain, but some definitely will. Stress could be causing your migraine, so relaxing exercises like yoga and tai chi can help you unwind. Natural ingredients that have been proven to improve blood circulation in your brain, like the butterbur herb, are also worth a try.

The fact is there's no telling what will help you unwind, so if you find something that relaxes you don't worry if it really "works" or not.

5. Exercise more

We could all use an excuse to be a bit more active, and there's no better motivation than curing your migraine pain. Exercising releases hormones and chemicals that block pain signals in your body, plus it's a great way to unwind after a busy day.

6. Stick to a regular sleep pattern

Getting out of routine can make migraines worse, or more frequent. Try to avoid naps, sleep at a regular time and keep your routine on the weekend. Skipping meals is just as bad, so make a routine and stick to it.

7. Change the temperature

A hot or cold pad applied to your head or neck is a great pain reliever. So is a hot shower.

Remember: keep track of your migraines and what helps relieve the pain, then stick to your routine!

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