How many times do you get headaches? Being among the most common health problems, suffering from a headache or a migraine is common to most people. And since the debilitating effect of a headache can affect your productivity in work and in enjoying the day, you probably want to know how you can fight it off.

Read on as these pieces of information might help you.

Did you know that having an irregular stress pattern causes headaches? Sometimes I find myself writhing in pain on weekends just when I’m supposed to be relaxing. The thing is, during long periods of stress, you get used to the adrenaline rush. But once you start chilling out, your body adjusts to the suddenly laid-back activity and the lack thereof.

The best way to avoid this is to not oversleep on your weekends if you usually wake up early on weekdays. Sleeping for more than eight hours can result in a migraine rather than enjoyment. Adopt a more regular and consistent sleeping habit so that you get 8 hours of sleeping time on weekdays and on weekends. You can also level the activities by being more active on the weekends, rather than just lounging about.

Don’t rely on the pills. Sometimes a pill can get too addictive and sometimes it causes more pain than relief. Taking pills affect your systems so be careful what you pop in, especially the OTC drugs. Never give yourself more than the recommended dosage because your migraine tends to become worse.

For women, menstrual period is sometimes responsible for your headaches. pregnancy and menopause also cause migraines because of hormonal fluctuation. If your headache is caused by any of these reasons, it is best to consult with a doctor to get a prescription drug.