Both Men & Women at Risk for Hormonal Headaches

Throughout our lives, we are at risk for many types of health conditions, some serious and others less so. Some are genetic and inevitable, while others are preventable with proper care like better eating habits and adequate exercise. In the case of headaches, a common health complaint that can vary greatly from person to person, the chances of developing recurring or severe headaches are mixed. There are many different causes for headaches, such as lack of sleep, stress, and dehydration, along with many underlying health issues such as hormonal imbalance. Headaches can affect anyone, but women are especially prone to hormone-related headaches. Starting typically in the early teen years with the onset of menstruation and usually lasting until a woman is in her mid to late 50s, headaches are a common part of monthly hormonal fluctuations. However, men too are susceptible to hormonal headaches. Read more…