Headache Remedy: Lemon Peel

Photo Credit: Dinner Series

Ingredients:

• 1 Lemon

Method:

1. Peel a long strip of lemon rind
2. Rub the inner part of the peel on your temples 
3. Place the rind across your forehead 
4. Secure it with a bandage or a handkerchief
5. Repeat every time headache occurs

Why it works

The lemon peel contains essential oil that can cool the head and reduce the heat that comes from the headache. These oils also balance out the nervous system and muscles. Also the refreshing aroma from the lemon is able to mentally reduce the intensity and ease the pain.