The migraine diet should be rich in foods such as fish such as sardines and tuna, and low in stimulating foods, such as coffee and green tea, and it is also important not to go without eating for long periods, especially in situations of tension and stress.
Care with the diet should always be done, as food mainly helps to prevent new crises. In addition, it is important to see a neurologist for guidance and assess the need to use any medication.
Foods That Improve Migraines
Foods that improve migraines are those with soothing properties and anti-inflammatory and antioxidant action, as they act on the brain by releasing substances that decrease inflammation and promote well-being, such as:
- Fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna, sardines or mackerel, as they are rich in omega 3; Milk, bananas and cheese, as they are rich in tryptophan, which increases the production of serotonin, a hormone that gives a feeling of well-being; Oilseeds like chestnuts, almonds and peanuts, as they are rich in selenium, a mineral that reduces stress; Seeds, such as chia and flaxseed, as they are rich in omega-3; Ginger tea, as it has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve pain; Cabbage juice with coconut water, because it is rich in antioxidants that fight inflammation; Lavender, passion fruit or lemon balm flower tea are calming and help promote well-being.
The consumption of foods rich in B vitamins, such as beans, lentils and chickpeas, also helps prevent migraines because this vitamin helps to protect the central nervous system. See other Foods rich in antioxidants.
Foods That Cause Migraines
The foods that cause migraines are usually those that stimulate the central nervous system, in addition to processed foods rich in artificial additives. Here are some examples:
- Alcoholic beverages; Pepper, ajinomoto and ready-made spices, such as meat cubes; Coffee, guarana, energy drinks, chocolate and soda, for containing caffeine; Green tea, mate tea and black tea, for containing caffeine; Orange, pineapple, kiwi and fruits citrus, for being rich in vitamin C, a nutrient that can trigger a crisis; processed meats, such as ham, salami, sausage and sausage, because they contain a lot of additives; ready-made soups and instant noodles, due to the excess of additives.
Although these are some of the main foods that cause headaches most often, there is always an individual variety and that is why each migraine patient should write down what they eat, making a food diary in order to check which foods usually cause their headaches. See how migraine treatment is done during pregnancy.
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