Lifestyle factors
The risk of migraines is associated with the lifestyle habits of the patients.
The unhealthy dietary habits, smoking, lack of sleep, and excessive alcohol consumption may lead to the development of inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, and obesity making a person prone to develop recurrent migraine attacks.
The common dietary factors linked to the higher risk of migraines include MSG, chocolate, alcohol, caffeine, citrus fruits, cheese, and foods containing an additive called tyramine.
Lifestyle considerations
Therefore, individuals are advised to adopt healthy lifestyle habits and avoid smoking, alcohol intake, and the use of drugs known to cause addition to be able to avoid the attacks of migraines.
Moreover, efforts should be made to restore a healthy sleep pattern. Going to the bed and getting up in the morning at the same times every day is considered an effective way to regulate the body’s internal biological clock and restore a healthy sleep-wake pattern.
Getting adequate sleep would reduce mental stress, control inflammation, minimize oxidative stress, promote repair processes, and boost immunity thereby providing significant relief from migraines.
Anti-inflammatory diet
Chronic inflammation is considered the root cause of migraine. It is possible to avoid the attacks of migraine by adopting healthy dietary habits and including natural anti-inflammatory foods in your diet.
Some of the best anti-inflammatory foods include omega 3 fatty acids, probiotics, honey, and herbs such as turmeric and neem. At the same time, you should also minimize your intake of pro-inflammatory foods such as sugars and unhealthy fats like saturated and trans fats.
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In my 20’s I use to suffer terribly from migraines especially after having lunch. As more and more mercury was removed from my body (losing teeth etc) my migraines vanished completely. My only regret is that I wish I started learning functional medicine at the age of 26 instead of 66. Better late than never! Thank you TrulyHeal for giving my life a purpose and meaning even at retirement age.
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