Being open to change in your diet is a good start, says Dr. Brown.
Often, we can get in a rut and eat the same things over and over.
Reach for abananarather than highly processed foods like granola bars or candy, suggests Brown.
Headaches and Migraine attacks can be debilitating. Try eating these foods to curb your symptoms and even prevent an attack before it begins.
Bananas are about 74 percent water, so there are hydration benefits as well, Brown says.
Watermelon also has (surprise!)
a lot of water in it.
Its actually 92 percent water, according to theNational Watermelon Promotion Board.
Getting enough fluids is important for all aspects of health, including migraine, says Brown.
About one in three people with migraine say dehydration is a trigger, according to theAmerican Migraine Foundation.
Flaxseed, sprouted pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds are all goodsources of magnesium, says Ferreira.
Pumpkin seeds are also high in fiber, according to theU.S.
Department of Agriculture, preventing theconstipationthat sometimes comes with migraine.
Cashews are high in magnesium, too, she says.
Peppermint oil is used as an essential oil for a headache or migraine.
There is some evidence that ginger tea can help with a tension headache, according to Brown.
Anotherstudyfound that drinking a half teaspoon of powdered ginger in warm water helped reduce migraine severity.
A cup of coffee is a quick fix for this key in of headache, says Brown.
Its important to remember that caffeine can stay in your system for up to five hours, she says.
Even decaf coffee has some caffeine in it, she adds.
Some people believe chocolate is a food group all its own, she says.
Dark chocolate is also a good source of magnesium, according to theCleveland Clinic.
Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries are all good choices.
Smaller fruits tend to have more exposure to pesticides, and so Brown recommends getting organic berries whenever possible.
There is research to suggest that riboflavin may help inpreventing migraines.
Yogurt Hydrates and May Improve Gut Health
Many people with migraine experience gastrointestinal symptoms, including constipation.
Dehydration can contribute to headaches and constipation, says Brown.
Brown suggests choosing almond or cashew yogurt.
For some people, dairy products can intensify sinus pressure and headaches, she says.
Theres also someevidencethat phytoestrogens help to prevent menstrual migraine attacks in premenopausal women.
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Jessica Baity, MD, is a board-certified neurologist practicing in southern Louisiana.
Becky Upham has been professionally involved in health and wellness for almost 20 years.
Upham enjoys teaching cycling classes, running, reading fiction, and making playlists.
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