See which trigger foods you may want to avoid if you havemigraines.
Heres a quick breakdown:
More research is needed about the exact associations between diet and migraines.
Often recommended for migraine management is keeping amigraine diaryto track what may be setting off attacks.
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So how can you tell?
Alcohol
The most commonly reported dietary trigger isalcohol, with red wine being especially associated with attacks.
How might alcoholic beverages function as triggers?
However, a majority of evidence suggests alcohol, itself, brings on migraines because it dilates blood vessels.
Chocolate
Approximately 20% of migraine sufferers report chocolate as a trigger.
In addition, some cured meats contain tyramine, another trigger.
Fluctuations in caffeine levels affect the dilation of blood vessels, which can cause headaches.
When to Seek Professional Help
Even if youve had migraines before, certain cases prompt emergency help.
Coping with this disorder means understanding your triggers and what you’re free to do to prevent attacks.
Talk to your doctor about steps you’re able to take to live well with migraine.
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