What Triggers Migraines
From diseaseproof:
“Tyramine
Mechanism: amino acid and vasodilator
Found in: aged cheese, wine, chocolate, smoked, cured or pickled meat, processed meats, tofu, some fruits and vegetables such as eggplant, avocado, bananas and raspberries
Food Additives: Nitrites, MSG
Mechanism: preservative that excites neurons and has been linked to the onset of migraines; research is inconclusive.
Found in: Chinese food, cheese powders such as Doritos, Campbell’s soups, potato chips, frozen meals, and some salad dressings
Aspartame
Mechanism: artificial sweetener that research has linked to onset of migraines, though mechanism is unknown. Some believe it’s linked to serotonin. It’s been shown to cause neurons to fire spasmodically, burning out neurons.
Found in: diet drinks and foods
Alcohol: contains Histamines
Mechanism: histamines stimulate the immune system
Found in: wine and beer, some cheese, beef, pork, bananas”
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