In 1980, the throngs that packed the annual County Fair in Neshoba, Mississippi, the area made infamous with the murder of three civil rights workers in 1964, buzzed with excitement at the prospect of a speech by their special guest, Ronald Reagan.
Whole grains. In addition to being a quality source of fiber, whole grains are rich in magnesium, a mineral that can soothe headaches due to menstruation. Eat a whole-grain food at every snack and meal. Other magnesium-rich foods include seafood, nuts, seeds, avocadoes, raisins and leafy greens.
And for people in need of a natural headache treatment, the oil derived from basil plants can also be a useful home remedy. Basil works as a muscle relaxant, so it is especially helpful for headaches caused by tension and tight muscles.