Natural health: What can I take for my throbbing headaches? 

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Magnesium is a good supplement for tension headaches. For maximum effectiveness, it is best to take a two-pronged approach and use magnesium internally and topically.

I’ve started to get throbbing headaches whenever I’m under pressure at work. They are more likely to happen at the end of a busy day. What would you suggest?

Tension headaches can be quite debilitating, and while the best solution is prevention, you need to know what to do when you feel that familiar throbbing.