Symptoms of a Migraine Headache
Symptoms of a Migraine Headache.
The classical feature of a migraine headache is that throbbing usually on the one side of the head, not always but normally. 10% of the population suffers with this condition and women normally more common in women.
This is caused by the narrowing and or dilating of the blood vessels in one or another part of the brain. These attacks can last up to two days. There are two types of migraine, the common one and the rare classical. Migraines can be experienced as a result of a genetic predisposition or may be triggered by factors such as:StressHormonal changes with menopause Menstruation sometimes with pregnancy, oral contraceptives. Foods that contain tyramine, or amino acids which affect blood vessels such as bananas, cheese, chocolate, eggs, oranges, spinach, tomatoes and spices with MSG,wine.
Possible causes of migraine headaches.
Wheat based bread.
Refined cane sugar.
Chocolates.
Cheese
Wine
Cut out dairy
In some people the following can be problematic.
Eggs.
Bananas.
Tomatoes.
Gassy drinks.
Potato crisps.
Treatment.
Eat rye bread.
Separate starch and protein.
Put lavender under your nose and breathe deeply.
Chew peppermint leaves.
Mix 1 teaspoon of cyenne pepper and turmeric mix in hot water with lemon juice.
Cut a few slices of ginger root boil 10 minutes and add to rooibos tea, mix with honey and lemon juice.
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