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Know Your Triggers
From the National Headache Foundation
Migraine triggers include a number of environmental, biological, dietary or emotional factors. Most people have several triggers. The next time you have a migraine, make a note of what may have triggered it. then, in the future you can minimize, as much as possible, your exposure to your individual migraine triggers. Some triggers can't be avoided — but at least you'll know when to expect a migraine and can take steps to prevent or minimize a migraine the trigger sets off.
Dietary
- Alcohol (particularly red wine)
- Aged cheeses (cheddar, gruyere, brie, camembert)
- Foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG, a preservative)
- Caffeinated drinks
- Aged, canned, cured, processed or smoked meats
Environmental
- Weather
- Bright sunlight
- Odors or perfumes
- Cigarette smoke
Biological
- Missing a meal
- Too little or too much sleep
- Menstruation
Emotional
- Stress – during or after an emotional situation
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