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Could thisi be true?

PuppyLoverBob666 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:28:04 GMT

I get a lot of headaches and for some reason, ice cream really helps. Has anyone else had this happen? and why would ice cream work better than aspirin or tylenol?

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KingstonsMom — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:41:26 GMT

@PuppyLoverBob666

LOL! Whatever excuse works for you to justify your ice cream craving works just fine!

Who doesn't like ice cream, any excuse will do!

Me: "Honey, I have a headache, would you bring me that pint of mint chocolate chip?"

Just funnin' with ya'!

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Pearlee — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:43:12 GMT

@PuppyLoverBob666 wrote:
I get a lot of headaches and for some reason, ice cream really helps. Has anyone else had this happen? and why would ice cream work better than aspirin or tylenol?

@PuppyLoverBob666 Actually ice cream can make my headaches worse. The cold goes up my sinuses and hurts my head sometimes.

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cindyNC — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:56:27 GMT

I have never eaten so much ice cream as I have this year. I think it was a matter of finding flavors I really like and the consistency I like.

If eating it relaxes and soothes you and helps you then go for it.

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candys mine — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:08:01 GMT

@PuppyLoverBob666 I'm with you on this one! Has to be at the first inkling of a headache coming on and I can only tolerate vanilla for this. I'm usually a Mocha chip fan. As to Why it works I don't know. I think I heard somewhere that some headachs are caused by blood vessles in the brain swelling up, so maybe the ice cream helps to constrict those vessles. I've got the usual meds on hand but Who doesnt like the thought of a bowl of "Medicinal" Ice cream?!

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Janey2 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:08:16 GMT

Do a google search " ice cream helps headaches. Yes, it does with some people. You can read the explanations why.

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:11:01 GMT

"Not tonight dear, I have a headache . . and a pint of butter pecan with my name on it."

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ECBG — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:13:31 GMT

@PuppyLoverBob666

I would think it's the sugar in the icecream. Have you discussed this with your doctor? It could indicate low blood sugar or anything where sugar interacts with the blood.

Chances are, a candy bar would do the same for you, and I find comfort in having something cooler in temperature when I get a headache and find pressure helps me.

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AuntG — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:15:13 GMT

You've found a pretty good medication.

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Janey2 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:26:32 GMT

@ECBG If you read the articles about this subject it has nothing to do with sugar. It has to do with the fact that ice cream is very cold

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KingstonsMom — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:37:24 GMT

@deepwaterdotter wrote:
"Not tonight dear, I have a headache . . and a pint of butter pecan with my name on it."

@deepwaterdotter

And isn't chocolate, especially dark, supposed to be good for headaches?

Just throw a brownie underneath that butter pecan....Bam!

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mspatmac — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:41:13 GMT

I rarely get headaches and now I know why!!! Interesting article

@Janey2

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ECBG — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:48:59 GMT

@Janey2 wrote:
@ECBG If you read the articles about this subject it has nothing to do with sugar. It has to do with the fact that ice cream is very cold

@Janey2

I have a double major including chemistry and also taught nutrition, although, It wasn't a love of mine.

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Wsmom — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:49:22 GMT

@Pearlee wrote:
@PuppyLoverBob666 wrote:
I get a lot of headaches and for some reason, ice cream really helps. Has anyone else had this happen? and why would ice cream work better than aspirin or tylenol?
@PuppyLoverBob666 Actually ice cream can make my headaches worse. The cold goes up my sinuses and hurts my head sometimes.

@Pearlee , if you get a brain freeze try putting your tongue flat up against the roof of your mouth. DD's OT gave us that tip.

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Pearlee — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:51:54 GMT

@Wsmom wrote:
@Pearlee wrote:
@PuppyLoverBob666 wrote:
I get a lot of headaches and for some reason, ice cream really helps. Has anyone else had this happen? and why would ice cream work better than aspirin or tylenol?
@PuppyLoverBob666 Actually ice cream can make my headaches worse. The cold goes up my sinuses and hurts my head sometimes.
@Pearlee , if you get a brain freeze try putting your tongue flat up against the roof of your mouth. DD's OT gave us that tip.

@Wsmom Thank you. Yes, my dad used to tell me that.

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Sage04 — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 01:48:01 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@Janey2 wrote:
@ECBG If you read the articles about this subject it has nothing to do with sugar. It has to do with the fact that ice cream is very cold
@Janey2

I have a double major including chemistry and also taught nutrition, although, It wasn't a love of mine.
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I was told by my Doctor that it helps some people because it's cold. Some people eat ice cream rather than using an ice pack.

I'm not an ice cream person so I rub the spot with icy hot and it helps.

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Sage04 — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 01:50:46 GMT

@Janey2 wrote:
Do a google search " ice cream helps headaches. Yes, it does with some people. You can read the explanations why.

@Janey2 I've been told that also by my Doctor but since I'm not into ice cream I haven't tried it.

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Sage04 — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 01:54:20 GMT

@KingstonsMom wrote:
@deepwaterdotter wrote:
"Not tonight dear, I have a headache . . and a pint of butter pecan with my name on it."
@deepwaterdotter

And isn't chocolate, especially dark, supposed to be good for headaches?

Just throw a brownie underneath that butter pecan....Bam!

@KingstonsMom that's a good one and if it makes you feel better BAM!!! lol

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Sage04 — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 01:55:51 GMT

@mspatmac wrote:
I rarely get headaches and now I know why!!! Interesting article
@Janey2

@mspatmac stay away from the ice cream lol. Any special flavor you like?

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SurferWife — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 02:17:08 GMT

Ice cream cures any ailment I migh have!