The Surprising Health Benefits of the Kudzu Vine

4. A decrease in frequency of Cluster Headaches

According to a study by Yale University, Kudzu extract has been shown to reduce the frequency of cluster headaches - painful and debilitating headaches the prevent the sufferer from enjoying everyday activities and working. In addition to limiting the frequency of cluster headaches, Kudzu extract has been demonstrated to reduce the pain associated with the headaches - a pain that some say surpasses any other human pain. Although the extract may not alleviate all of the pain from cluster headaches, even mitigating that pain has been a blessing for sufferers. Chemicals in Kudzu increase cerebral blood flow, thus increasing the blood going to the brain. It also is shown to prevent swelling and stiffness in the neck, which can exacerbate cluster headaches.