Hey, Dr. Bec here. Let’s talk about headaches.
You know the one. The dull throb at your temples. The tight band around your forehead. The ache that creeps up from your neck and shoulders right when everyone suddenly needs you.
Excellent timing. Very rude.
As a mum and healthcare practitioner, I know how frustrating headaches can be when you are already managing a full plate. Work, kids, meals, messages, washing, noise, mental load, and then your head decides to join the drama.
While headaches can have many causes, magnesium may be one helpful piece of the support puzzle, especially when tension, stress, tight muscles, and tired bodies are involved.
The Real Talk About Headaches
Headaches are common, but that does not mean you should just put up with them.
They can be linked with lots of things, including:
- Stress
- Dehydration
- Poor sleep
- Skipped meals
- Jaw clenching
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Hormonal changes
- Screen time
- Migraines or other headache conditions
So yes, magnesium may help support the body in some useful ways. But headaches are not something to guess your way through if they are severe, new, unusual, or happening often.
Your body deserves support, not “she’ll be right” energy.
Where Magnesium Comes In
Magnesium supports normal muscle function and nervous system function. That matters because many headaches are tied up with tension, stress, tight muscles, and bodies that have been bracing all day.
Think shoulders up around your ears.
Jaw clenched.
Neck tight.
Breathing shallow.
Body quietly whispering, “Please stop holding the entire universe together.”
Magnesium is not a miracle cure, and it is not a replacement for medical care. But it can be a helpful addition when your body needs support with tension and wind-down.
Magnesium May Support Headache-Prone Bodies By Helping With:
- Normal muscle relaxation
- Nervous system function
- End-of-day tension
- Tight neck and shoulder areas
- General body wind-down
For some people, magnesium is also discussed in relation to migraine support. If migraines are part of your life, please speak with your doctor, pharmacist, or qualified health professional about whether magnesium supplementation is appropriate for you.
Where To Apply Topical Magnesium
If your headache feels connected to tension, start with the areas that usually hold the load.
- Back of the neck
- Shoulders
- Upper back
- Jaw area, avoiding eyes and mouth
- Feet or legs before bed if your whole body feels restless
Avoid applying magnesium spray too close to your eyes, broken skin, or freshly shaved skin. Your skin will absolutely let you know about that decision.
How To Use It
- Start with a small amount, especially if you are new to magnesium.
- Apply Magnesium Spray to tight shoulders, neck, back, or legs.
- If your skin is sensitive or tingly, try Magnesium Cream instead, or apply to damp skin.
- Massage slowly into the areas that feel tight.
- Take three proper breaths while you rub it in.
No performance. No complicated plan.
Just a simple cue to your body:
You can unclench now.
Dr. Bec’s Headache Support Checklist
Because magnesium is helpful, but it is not the only thing your body may be asking for.
Hydration
Water matters. Annoying, but true. And no, coffee does not fully count, despite our best negotiations.
Food
Skipped meals can be a headache trigger for some people. Tiny scraps of toast crust are not a meal. Rude news, I know.
Sleep
Poor sleep can make headaches more likely, and headaches can make sleep worse. A deeply unhelpful loop.
Jaw and shoulder tension
Notice if you are clenching your jaw or holding your shoulders high. Many of us do it all day without realising.
Stress
If your nervous system is stuck in go-mode, your body may be holding tension long after the stressful moment has passed.
When To Get Checked
Please seek medical advice if your headaches are:
- Sudden or severe
- New or unusual for you
- Getting worse
- Happening often
- Linked with vision changes, weakness, confusion, fever, injury, or vomiting
- Waking you from sleep
- Not improving with your usual care
Better to check it out than stress about it in the dark at 2am. We do enough unpaid admin already.
Your Simple Action Plan
- Track your headache triggers for a week.
- Drink more water than your current “three sips and vibes” system.
- Eat regular meals where possible.
- Use topical magnesium on tension areas daily.
- Speak with your healthcare provider if headaches are ongoing, severe, or changing.
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The Bottom Line
Headaches are common, but they are not something you have to ignore.
Magnesium may help support normal muscle and nervous system function, which can be useful when tension, stress, tight shoulders, and tired bodies are part of the picture.
But if headaches are severe, recurring, or changing, please get proper medical advice.
Your body is not being dramatic.
It is asking for support.
Salty love,
Dr. Bec
By Dr. Bec
Dr. Bec is an Osteopath, Naturopath, mum of two, and founder of Salt + Earth Co. She writes about tired bodies, busy brains, nervous systems doing the most, and simple support that fits into real life. No wellness theatre. No miracle claims. Just practical help for women who are holding a lot.
Please note: This blog is for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical advice from a registered doctor, pharmacist, or qualified health professional. Always speak with your healthcare provider if headaches are severe, sudden, recurring, changing, or affecting your daily life, or before using magnesium supplements if you take medication, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease.