Workout Often

Working out can help ease stress.

Use Good Posture

Poor posture can lead to headaches. Don't slouch. Hold your phone. Don't cradle it on your shoulder or use a headset. A physical or occupational therapist can give you more tips.

Manage Stress

Stress can lead to a headache. A therapist can work with you to make stress management skills and learn ways to relax. The therapist may be able to help you identify events that start your headaches and work toward resolving them.

Get Enough of Sleep

Staying on a sleep schedule will help you get better sleep. It helps ease tension.

Take Breaks

Taking breaks helps stop your muscles from getting tight. It can also ease stress.

Keep a Headache Diary

Write down what starts your headaches and what makes them better. This will help you and your doctor make a plan to treat them.

Manage Stress and Relax

Stress can lead to a headache. A therapist can teach you ways to manage stress and learn to relax.

Workout Often

Working out helps ease stress. It can help you get fewer headaches and make them less painful.

Don't Eat Foods That Bring On Migraines

Some foods bring on migraines. Don't eat them. These may be:

• Chocolate
• Foods with MSG (monosodium glutamate), tyramine, or nitrates
• Alcohol, especially red wine
• Aspartame

Don't Take Medicines that Cause Migraines

Birth control pills and vasodilator drugs can bring on a migraine. Talk to your doctor if you take these medicines.

Eat Small Meals More Often

If low blood sugar happens before a headache, then eating small amounts of food more often may help prevent this.

Don't Change Your Sleep Pattern on the Weekend or During Vacation

Sleeping and waking at the same times may help prevent headaches.

Don't Drink Alcohol

Even a small amount can start a headache.

Learn How to Manage Stress

Stress can lead to a headache. A therapist can help you learn how to manage stress and relax.

Don't Smoke

Smoking has been linked to these headaches.

Avoid Things that Trigger Allergy or Sinus Symptoms

Allergies can lead to sinusitis.

Get Treated for Allergies and Colds

Treating allergies and colds helps prevent sinusitis. If you get them often, ask your doctor about using a decongestant before you travel. It will help keep nose passages open.

Wash Your Hands Often

Hand washing helps prevent colds and other infections. Colds can lead to sinusitis.

Don't Drink Alcohol

It can cause swelling of nose and sinus tissues.