10 Tips for Enjoying the Holidays Despite Migraines

Holidays are times to enjoy, but those of us with problem Migraines and headaches can find ourselves actually dreading the holiday season. Ho ho ho, HA! Don't give up on the holidays though! There are many things we can do for ourselves to reduce or avoid episodes to help us reduce our pain, give us some control over our disorders, and restore quality of life. Let's see how to give some of that head pain the boot!

By Teri Robert

Get Those ZZZZZZZZZZs!

Get Those ZZZZZZZZZZs!

Too much, too little, poor quality, or disrupted sleep is are common Migraine and headache triggers. Experts recommend that we set times to go to bed and get up and stick to those times, even on weekends and holidays and during vacation. If you often wake with a Migraine, don't feel rested after a night's sleep, or experience excessive daytime sleepiness, talk to your doctor about your sleep patterns. For more information, see Transformed Migraine Related to Sleep Problems.

12 Tips for Living Well with Migraines
12 Tips for Living Well with Migraines
The beginning of a new year is a time when we often review our lives and make resolutions of things we're going to do or not do. While that's admirable, how many of us actually keep those resolutions? Here are tips for living well all year with Migraines and headaches.
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27 Foods That Can trigger Migraines
27 Foods That Can trigger Migraines
It can be frustrating to manage food triggers. It can seem especially difficult to eat in a restaurant or go to parties. When managing food triggers means fewer Migraines, it's well worth it.
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By Teri Robert— Last Modified: 09/28/2012, First Published: 11/25/2011