I have many patients suffer from migraines. I have never suffered from a headache , let alone a migraine. Migraines are not just ordinary headaches; they are intense throbbing pains usually affecting one side of the head. They are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. The experience can be debilitating for sufferers, sometimes lasting hours or even days.
Sometimes a c eertain food can trigger a migraine. Food-related triggers are especially puzzling, as the same food item may not trigger migraines in every individual In all patients that suffer from migraines, I do a blood Ig G Food sensitivity blood test. This detects food sensitivities that are delayed and can result in gut issues. The Ig E food sensitivity is for immediate allergies that can result in a rash, redness and even anaphylaxsis I also ask the patient to avoid food that are inflammatory for their blood type ( Eat Right for Your Blood Type- Dr Peter D’Adamo )
There might be other foods in this patient that trigger migraines which are not positive on the Ig G Food sensitivity test The key is not just what to avoid but also understanding why these foods might trigger migraine episodes.
There are foods that are discussed when mentioning migraines. Chocolate contains multiple ingredients that could induce migraines. One key ingredient is theobromine, a compound similar to caffeine, which can affect blood vessels and potentially lead to headaches Therefore caffeine can be a trigger. For some, it can help alleviate headaches and improve focus
Other foods that are discussed are aged cheese You might ask why AGED CHEESE ? Aged cheeses, such as cheddar, gouda, and blue cheese, contain higher levels of tyramine, a naturally occurring compound. Tyramine can cause blood vessels to constrict and then expand, leading to headaches or migraines in susceptible individuals
Find out what foods trigger migraines It is essential to your recovery
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