Almost anything can cause migraine, including stress, strong odours, weather changes, lack of sleep and certain foods and drinks. However, making an effort of eating foods that can control migraine may reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches you experience.
1. Coffee
Although coffee triggers migraine in some people, when a migraine strikes, a cup of coffee help relieve the pain. Caffeine helps shrink swollen blood vessels and it is one of the key ingredients in over-the-counter medications.
2. Low-Fat Milk
One of the common triggers of migraine is dehydration, so skipping salty foods and alcoholic beverages are the key to staying well hydrated. Other than water, milk is also a hydrating drink and is full of minerals like potassium and calcium that off-sets high-sodium diet. If you think migraine is about to attack, reach for a tall glass of milk to prevent it from setting in.
3. Potatoes
Like milk, potatoes are loaded with potassium as well. One potato with skin packs a quarter of our daily recommended intake of potassium. Plus, it is full of vitamins A, C and B6 to contribute to a better overall health.
4. Ginger
According to research, this warming spice contains potent compounds that are similar to those in non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications. It can work help alleviate migraine symptoms by blocking the inflammatory substance prostaglandins. Ginger has not been tested rigorously for relieving headache, but even if it doesn’t it should help relieve nausea, which often comes with migraines.
5. Cantaloupe
Because this fruit is high in potassium and water, it can counterbalance headaches due to migraine. Cantaloupe provides about 16% of daily magnesium recommended intake. And since low blood sugar can worsen headache, more magnesium can regulate your blood sugar and alleviate headache.
6. Fatty Fish
Fatty fish, which are high in omega-3 fatty acids, can help lower your body’s production of prostaglandins, a chemical that can cause migraines. To help relieve migraines, take one serving of four to six ounces of fish three times a day. Likewise, flaxseed is reach in omega-3, which provides the same benefit of blocking the release of prostaglandins in the body.
The next time your migraine attacks and your head is painfully pounding, reach for one of these healthy foods to snack on.
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