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Migraine
More than a headache
C - Moderate EvidenceMedian rating across interventions. See individual treatments below for specifics.
Overview
A neurological disease causing severe throbbing pain, often with nausea and light sensitivity.
Interventions & Treatments
Magnesium Supplementation
Most evidence-backed optionHigh dose magnesium glycinate or oxide.
How it works
Stabilizes neuronal excitability and vascular tone.
Protocol
- 400-600mg daily (check with doctor).
Trigger Elimination
Identifying food triggers (aged cheese, wine, MSG).
How it works
Reduces inflammatory and excitatory load.
Protocol
- Keep a headache diary to spot patterns.
Lifestyle Factors
Diet
Stable blood sugar is key; don't skip meals.
Exercise
Regular low-impact cardio.
Sleep
Consistent wake and sleep times are critical for the migraine brain.
Stress
Let-down effect (migraine after stress drops) is common.
Research cited
- [1]Canadian Headache Society Guideline for Migraine ProphylaxisPringsheim T et al.(2012)medical guideline
- [2]NICE Guideline CG150: Headaches in Over 12s — Diagnosis and ManagementNational Institute for Health and Care Excellence(2012)medical guideline
- [3]Magnesium in Migraine Prophylaxis — Is There an Evidence-Based Rationale? A Systematic ReviewChiu HY et al.(2017)review
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Medical Disclaimer
Sudden "thunderclap" headaches require emergency care.
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