You probably already know about common migraine triggers such as stress, lack of sleep, and even exercise (yes, seriously), but did you know that what you are eating might also be giving you migraines?
Celebrated Nutritionist Avni Kaul says that’s correct—even if your migraines are usually triggered by visual stimuli such as flashing lights, refraining from the foods below might help decrease the frequency or severity of your attacks.
Does Your Food Actually Triggers Migraine?
Yes, the relationship between your food and migraine is still not clear-cut, and sadly, no single factor can be directly linked to your attacks. Having said that, there is scientific proof that suggests migraines could be triggered by specific foods. Further, almost 27% of those who experience migraines believe that certain foods are personally triggering. (Refer: https :// my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/9648-headaches-and-food ).
Specific foods and additives are more possibly to trigger headaches in a higher percentage of migraineurs, but even in individuals, other factors such as stress, hormonal changes, and lack of sleep can raise the likelihood of an attack after eating or drinking a known trigger.
So, through this blog, India’s top Nutritionist and Dietitian Avni Kaul shares a list of the most common food that can trigger a migraine.
Excessive Coffee
You may know that some of you are perhaps groaning when you see this, but excessive caffeine consumption can trigger migraines. By cutting back on coffee, you can help reduce migraines.
Well, if you can’t begin your day without coffee, remember the use of the word “excessive. (Refer: https : //www.amjmed.com/article/S0002-9343(19)30210-4/fulltext ).
Aged Cheese
Sadly, for all cheese lovers, this delicacy can also be a cause of trigger for migraine symptoms. Again, the problem is tyramine. Blue cheese, cheddar, swiss, brie, feta, mozzarella, and several other common kinds of cheese should be avoided if they bring about the migraines in you.
Citrus Fruits
Though eating plenty of fresh fruit is a good way to avoid migraines (and remain healthy!), you might need to be careful with citrus fruits. As many people say oranges, limes, and lemons give them migraines, they are not as typical a trigger as some of the other foods on this list. Try keeping a track of your migraines to see if refraining from these fruits could make a difference for you.
Certain Seeds and Nuts
Are you fond of almond butter? It might be bringing some bad news: almonds, peanuts, and a few other nuts and seeds have tyramine, and you know what it means. Like all triggers, not each migraine sufferers are sensitive to nuts, so having a close look can be the key to figuring out if you are.
Aspartame and Other Artificial Sweeteners
If you are fond of sweets, be aware of this point. Some research suggests that artificial sweeteners such as aspartame normally found in Diet Coke and other calorie-free beverages could increase the risk of migraine headaches..
**This article has been written by team Nutri Activania**
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