I’ve suffered from migraines for many years.
For me, they are caused by stress, dehydration, lack of sleep and all sorts of things.
The pain can be severe enough that I become sensitive to lights and sounds, feel nauseous and struggle to get out of bed. I can sometimes prevent a headache by drinking lots of water or taking a nap. Most of the time, I need to take medication. While over-the-counter Excedrin works fairly well for me, I don’t like to take it. I am also unwilling to take prescription medication. I worry about potential side-effects. I was extremely thankful when medical marijuana was finally legalized in my state. This provided access to a plant-based remedy. Getting qualified for my MMJ card was super easy. Having this card allows me to shop at the dispensary and purchase cannabis without paying tax. The dispensary carried every possible consumption method, including smokable flower, pre-rolls, vapes, tinctures, topicals, concentrates, edibles and beverages. Sativas strains offer energizing effects while indicas tend to provide more relaxing effects. I am more concerned about the chemical profile of the various products. I’ve experimented with different THC and CBD levels and consumption methods. I’ve found several strains that take the edge off even the worst migraine symptoms, including pain and nausea. OG Kush and OG Shark are two of my preferred strains. For those times when I need to be clear-headed, I choose CBD gummies or beverages. They are discreet, cause no psychoactive effects and allow me to go about my regular daily activities.