How to tackle migraine
Question : I SUFFER from migraine. The pain is often accompanied
by nausea and changes in vision. Is there any way to prevent an
attack?
Answer : MIGRAINE is a form of headache. It is usually very
intense and disabling. Some people suffer from it repeatedly.
Migraines are different from other headaches because they occur
with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light.
Migraines can be triggered by allergies and stress. They may be,
relieved by identifying and avoiding problem foods.
Some sufferers react to salt, lactose in milk and ice cream,
cigarette smoke, birth control pills, caffeine and tryptophan,
an amino acid found in protein-rich foods.
All these allergens may trigger or worsen a migraine attack.
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is helpful in treating migraine. It has
been noticed that a reduction of energy production within the
blood vessels of the brain is one of the causes.
Thus flooding the system with riboflavin can indirectly help
regenerate this flagging energy system and somehow short-circuit
migraine pain.
On average, those with migraine have lower levels of magnesium.
Studies have shown that magnesium supplementation decreases
premenstrual migraines.
High doses of calcium and vitamin D have also been useful in
treating migraines.
Fish oil may also be used to reduce the symptoms of migraine
headaches. Ginkgo biloba may also help as it reduces the
platelet-activating factor, which may contribute to migraine
attacks.
Exercising and managing the stress wisely may also be of
benefit.