Here’s how to manage your migraine
Manage Your Migraine – These foods and drinks can help ease your migraine which can disrupt your everyday routine.
Headaches can happen from time to time and these may be brought by different reasons. The more intense can happen. It is when it reaches the level of migraine and the pain can be much more severe and occur with other symptoms, based on the article in Healthline.
Here are the foods and beverages that can help you with this problem.
Magnesium-rich foods
- dark leafy greens
- avocado
- tuna
- bananas
- dark chocolate (but a debate happened about whether the components it contains may trigger migraine attacks)
Omega-3 fatty acids
- fish such as mackerel and salmon
- seeds
- legumes
Fiber-rich foods
- whole grains
- fruits
- vegetables
- potatoes
- beans
Whole foods
Fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds are good for migraine. Unprocessed foods are generally helpful in achieving a healthy diet. It is a challenge for many to stay away from processed foods but just be sure to be more aware of additives like artificial flavorings, sweeteners, or preservatives that can trigger migraine.
Water
It is important to hydrate yourself not just because of migraine as drinking enough amount of water can give you a lot of health benefits.
Meanwhile, here is the list of foods that can trigger migraine:
- nitrate-rich foods, such as cured meats and hot dogs
- monosodium glutamate (MSG), an additive often found in processed foods
- artificial sweeteners, especially aspartame, and sucralose
- tyramine, a chemical found in fermented foods, aged cheeses, and some kinds of fresh-baked bread
- phenylethylamine, an amino acid found in chocolate, nuts, citrus fruits, soy foods, and vinegar
- alcoholic beverages like wine and beer
- dairy products and ice cream
- caffeine-containing beverages like coffee
- certain vegetables, including tomatoes and onions
- histamine-containing foods, including alcohol, fermented foods, dried fruits, and others
- gluten, a protein found in wheat