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Published 10:21 16 Feb 2016 GMT
Updated 10:22 16 Feb 2016 GMT

By placing a pencil between your teeth — but not biting down hard — you relax your muscles, which reduces pain.
Sheftell adds that the act of focusing on your bite can also help distract you from the pain while your jaw relaxes, easing the headache symptoms quickly.
Although this handy home-remedy can be a drug-free lifesaver, it’s worth remembering it only applies to tension headaches and won't relieve pain caused by sinus pressures.Explore more on these topics: