Not all migraine headaches can be prevented. However, identifying your headache triggers can help to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Common migraine triggers include:
Caffeine (either using too much or cutting back on regular use)
Certain foods and beverages, including those that contain tyramine (aged cheeses and meats, fermented beverages), sulfites (preserved foods, wines) and monosodium glutamate (MSG, a common flavor...
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Migraine Headache
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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