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Dietary habits of migraine patients to eat
We are more or less familiar with the name 'migraine'. Especially those of us who suffer from migraines can easily appreciate the intensity of this pain. So, does food have any effect on migraines? Let's take a look at the dietary habits of migraine sufferers. Let's take a look at what migraine is and how we can get rid of it by changing our daily eating habits!
What is Migraine and its causes?
It is a neurological condition that causes various symptoms. Although the exact cause of this disease is not known, it is believed that certain factors such as - bright light, excessive heat, dehydration, hormonal changes - especially during women's period or pregnancy, stress, loud noise, Certain foods, drug reactions, smoking or drinking may be to blame. Along with severe headaches, some other symptoms can appear in this disease. which include-
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Reluctance to speak
- Shaking hands and feet
- Neck pain
- Sensitivity to light or sound
- Depression
Who gets migraines?
Migraine is a very common problem among men and women aged 30 to 40 years. However, the outbreak of this disease is often seen among teenagers.
Eating habits
Although there is no direct link between food and migraines, researchers believe that the following foods often make migraines worse. For example-
Coffee
The coffee drink is a very popular drink in our country and all over the world. Caffeine as an ingredient is also found in many energy drinks including tea, and soda. But the problem is due to excess caffeine. The association of caffeine with headaches or migraines is complex. It affects the pain in different ways. Paracetamol with caffeine is often helpful. But considering everything, experts say that the best way is to reduce the intake of caffeine from the diet of migraine patients or to eliminate the intake of foods that have excess caffeine.
Aged cheese
Many of us love to eat cheese. But those who have migraines, have problems eating old cheese. If the diet of migraine sufferers goes hand in hand with aged cheese, the disease can be greatly aggravated. However, scientists believe that it is responsible for the tyramine in it. In addition to cheese, it also exists in wine and yeast extracts.
Processed meats
Potassium nitrite (potassium nitrate), and sodium nitrite (sodium nitrate) these preservatives are present in processed meat. This is why this type of meat is often blamed for migraines. Sausage is one of the most popular names for this type of food.
Monosodium glutamate
Monosodium glutamate (monosodium glutamate) whose other name is tasting salt. We want it to enhance the taste of any type of fast food or delicious food including Chinese, and Italian. But this flavor enhancer often works as a pain reliever without our knowledge.
Chocolate
Studies have shown that at least (2-22) % of migraine sufferers are sensitive to chocolate. However, according to some, this delicious food in the diet of migraine sufferers has nothing to do with the pain.
In addition to the above foods, eggs, tomatoes, onions, wheat-based foods (such as pasta, and macaroni), and sour fruits are found to increase the intensity of migraines. Irregular food intake or poor eating habits in migraine sufferers is a major factor in worsening the pain.
Diet tips for migraine sufferers
So, what should be avoided? Let's see what should be included in the diet of a migraine sufferer!
Red rice
Red rice is not only useful for controlling sugar in our bodies, but it can also reduce the pain of this disease.
Colorful vegetables
Colorful leafy vegetables – such as sweet potatoes, carrots, and spinach. They can reduce the intensity of your pain as well as fulfill the need for minerals in the body.
Dry fruits
It is good to keep dry fruits in the diet of migraine sufferers. Raisins, dates, cherries, or cranberries. But if you are a diabetic patient, you must eat wisely.
Foods may also contain natural essences such as maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Recently, the Migraine Foundation of America identified certain fresh meats, poultry, and fish as “Migraine Safe Foods”.
But after all these words, the last thing is that if other symptoms appear along with a severe headache, it is important to go to the doctor without delay. Everyone's health is the only wish. Everyone stays healthy, stay well!
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