One reader with migraines tells Dr. Gott that she has spent the better part of her life fighting migraines. According to Dr. Gott, vitamin B2--or riboflavin--has been known to help some migraine sufferers because the headaches can be the result of B2 deficiencies in brain cells. In this article, Dr. Gott gives advice on some other natural remedies that people have used to ease headache pain, and he discusses why narcotics should be used only as a last resort for those who suffer from migraines.
Read moreTeri and I are often asked what patients can use for Migraine prevention. The answer isn't simple because there are so many different... Read more »
A reader thanks Joe and Teresa Graedon of the People's Pharmacy for a recent article on how vitamin B2 (riboflavin) may prevent migraines. The... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Riboflavin is a type of B vitamin. It is water soluble, which means it is not stored in the body. You must replenish the vitamin every day.... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Non-Drug Treatments and Lifestyle ChangesThere are several ways to prevent migraine attacks. You should first try a healthy diet, the right amount of... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Migraine Headache
There are no studies to prove the efficacy or safety of most alternative therapies. It is important that migraineurs notify their health care... Read more »
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »