Dizziness is a general feeling of spatial disorientation. It is a common occurrence and can happen for a variety of reasons. Dealing with recurrent dizziness can be difficult but there are some herbal treatments that can help minimize this problematic condition. However, if the dizziness lingers for more than 48 hours or becomes so severe you cannot stand or walk, see your physician immediately.
Ginger Herbal Treatment
Ginger is commonly thought of as a treatment for nausea. However, it is also a treatment for motion sickness, which commonly causes dizziness. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, research has shown that ginger is more effective than a placebo in reducing symptoms associated with motion sickness. In addition, ginger does not cause side effects like sleepiness that over-the-counter treatments can cause. This can be important if you are a traveler experiencing motion-related dizziness who does not want to spend your vacation sleeping because of the effects of motion sickness medication.Ginger supplements can be purchased at your local pharmacy or health food store. Taking the supplement as directed on the bottle is usually enough to relieve the dizziness.
Ginko Biloba Herbal Treatment
Amy Brownlee of Vanderbilt University reports that ginko biloba contains antioxidants that help improve oxygen levels in the body and promote blood flow to the brain. Because of these actions, ginko biloba can be a useful treatment for dizziness. In fact, research done by G. Vorberg showed that ginko biloba significantly reduces symptoms of vertigo or dizziness in elderly people with mild cognitive impairments. One downside to using this herbal treatment is that it may take eight to twelve weeks to alleviate the condition. Ginko biloba can be easily purchased at most major drug and grocery stores and pharmacies.
Feverfew Herbal Treatment
Feverfew has been used by many different cultures including in ancient Greece, where it was valued for the treatment of fevers, colds and inflammations. In the present day, feverfew has been used to treat migraines, colds and tinnitus. However, according to the Journal of Addictive Disorders, feverfew also aids in the treatment of dizziness. It works very slowly and gently and allows the body the time it needs to heal itself. For people who suffer from migraines that cause dizziness, feverfew can offer additional benefits because it can also help to relieve the symptoms of a migraine and help to reduce the number of headaches one suffers from. Feverfew can be easily purchased at a health food store and is sometimes found in the vitamin section at major pharmacies.
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Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE): A long-term study of cerebral insufficiency in geriatric patients; G. Vorberg; Clinical Trials Journal; 1985;22:149-57
Kristie Jernigan - Kristie Janeway Jernigan has worked in the health care arena for over 20 years. She has a Masters degree in Health Administration and is ...
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