Migraine Headaches and Your Diet
Do you or someone you know suffer from migraine headaches? If so, you may have already consulted with neurologists, naturopaths, or general practitioners in search of relief. While medications and therapies may help some, others find that something as simple as a change in diet can significantly reduce the frequency and intensity of their migraines.
For certain individuals, migraines can be triggered by specific foods, much like how allergies flare up in response to pollen or dust. One study found that some people have a lower tolerance to substances found in everyday foods—such as aspartame, nitrates, and glutamate—which may trigger or worsen migraine episodes.
Common Dietary Migraine Triggers
- Caffeine
- Alcohol
- Certain Cheeses (e.g., Blue cheese, Brie, Cheddar, Feta, Parmesan)
- Avocados
- Overripe Bananas
- Nuts
- Chocolate
- Apple Juice
Use a Food Journal
If you suspect your migraines may be food-related, keeping a food journal can be an invaluable tool. Track what you eat and when symptoms occur. This can help you identify patterns and pinpoint potential dietary triggers. Once identified, you can make informed decisions to eliminate or reduce those foods—and reduce your migraines as a result.
The Role of NUCCA Chiropractic Care
Food-triggered migraines may not be solely due to what you eat. They could also be a sign of an underlying issue with the nervous system or blood flow. Much like allergies can arise from an overwhelmed immune system, migraines may result from the body’s inability to properly process certain triggers.
NUCCA Chiropractic care addresses misalignments in the upper cervical spine that may be disrupting nervous system function, immune regulation, and blood or cerebrospinal fluid flow to the brain. By restoring alignment, NUCCA helps the body return to a balanced state—one in which it’s less susceptible to food triggers and other environmental stressors.
If you’re looking for a natural, drug-free approach to relieving migraine headaches, NUCCA Chiropractic care could be a critical piece of the puzzle.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/