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Diet Affects Migraine Headaches Migraines account for a high percentage of all headaches. The pain is intense, throbbing or pounding. It involves only one temple. It can be felt in the forehead and around the back of the head. This doesn't make sense - you can't say it involves only one temple (which isn't necessarily true anyway) then say it can be in the forehead and around the back of the head. Usually it only affects one side of the head. Migraines can cause many unpleasant symptoms. They can bring on nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Usually women between 35 and 45 are more susceptible to migraines. Researchers have commented that women might be affected more because they go through hormonal changes. There are many reasons that a migraine can be triggered. One is the foods people eat although not everyone is affected by the same foods. If your pain starts right after you eat a particular food or beverage no doubt that is the culprit. Chocolate has certain chemicals like caffeine and phenylethylamin, which can set off migraines, but usually a great amount is needed. Caffeine consistently is an aggravator. However, too little may also bring on a severe headache or migraine. If you suddenly cut back on coffee, tea or ice-cream, withdrawal symptoms may start causing the pounding headache. Sometimes foods that contain tannin compounds set a migraine in motion. Tannin compounds are found naturally in plants, some of which are barley, alfalfa, black and red beans, red skinned apples and pears. Dairy products may affect some people. Milk protein has an allergenic substance that produces mucus, which can cause sinus problems and in turn, severe headaches. If you have allergies, then avoiding milk, eggs and cheese would be a good idea. Some people do better eating American or cottage cheese instead of aged or processed. A nutritious diet will help fight migraine suffering. Foods containing calcium and magnesium might prevent an attack. Spinach, broccoli, kale, white kidney beans, green beans and walnuts are some choices. Try not to acquire your calcium and magnesium from milk products, yogurt or an animal origin. Brown rice is a non-trigger food, as are cooked orange and yellow vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and summer squash. Studies have indicated a low fat diet and high complex carbohydrates may reduce the frequency, the severity and length of time the headaches last. Always eat regular meals as skipping a meal lowers blood sugar, which may set the headache off. Fish such as salmon and sardines are known as a brain food. It is filled with Omega-3s or essential fatty acids, which have an anti-inflammatory action. They keep blood vessels open when they are not supposed to squeeze shut. Salt intake should be decreased. There are many spices to choose from besides salt to flavor your food, for example, garlic, ginger and black pepper are a few. You should drink enough water and foods with high water content in the summer. Dehydration is something else that may cause migraine pain. Eating too many varieties of food at one meal is a common reason for migraine pain asthe body can't handle too many chemicals at one time. Eliminate all the food you think might be inducing your headaches and than introduce them back into your diet one a time, or write down any symptoms you get after eating a certain food. Article Source: Migraine Guide This article has been viewed 635 times. Add to  Del.icio.us |
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