Treatment Of Migraine
Migraines are not typical headaches. People who experience them know they may experience pounding or throbbing pain, nausea, and associated symptoms such as sensitivity to light and sound. When a migraine attacks, you will do almost anything to make its troublesome symptoms disappear.
Although there are plenty of over the counter as well as prescription drugs available for migraine, natural remedies are a safe and effective way to reduce migraine symptoms. We are going to discuss some at-home remedies that may help prevent migraine attacks or at least help reduce their duration and intensity.
Note: Severe migraine attacks may require over-the-counter medication or treatment with a prescription. Talk to your physician about a well-organized treatment plan that works for you.
Diet
Diet plays an important role in triggering as well as preventing migraines. Many beverages and foods are known to trigger migraine attacks, such as:
- Foods with nitrates as their main ingredients; including hot dogs, sausages, deli meats, and bacon
- Chocolate, especially brown chocolate
- Processed foods
- Alcohol, especially red wine
- Cheese that contains the compound tyramine, such as Swiss, Parrmesan, blue, feta, and cheddar
- Very cold foods such as ice cream or iced drinks
- Foods that contain monosodium glutamate (MSG)
- Dried fruits
- Pickled foods
- Cultured dairy products like yogurt, buttermilk and sour cream
Studies and clinical trials suggest that a small amount of caffeine may ease symptoms of migraines in some people. It is also a part of some migraine medications. However, too much caffeine can even trigger a migraine attack. Therefore, you should be mindful of what might trigger a migraine attack. To keep track of potential triggers, you are advised to use a food diary or migraine log. Changing eating patterns or diets to minimize potential triggers may help prevent future episodes of migraine.