There are some foods and drinks that headache and migraine sufferers should avoid. However the sad truth for people who suffer from severe headaches is that only around 20% see any benefit to a change in their diet. The things that are best left alone are the six C’s: Coffee Cola Chocolate Cheese Citrus Congeners Other foods that contain headache triggers are: Nuts and cheeses that have been aged, such as parmesan, cheddar and brie. These all contain Tyramine, an amino acid which can trigger headaches. Beer and red wine which both contain Histamines. Hotdogs, luncheon meats, cured ham, sausages and other processed meats which all contain nitrates as preservatives. Monosodium glutamate, or MSG which is in a lot of Chinese food. The ‘vaso-active’ amines in some foods are what are believed to bring on a headache or migraine. These amines enlarge the blood vessels, which press on nerves and cause pain. There is hope for chocolate lovers though. Although chocolate ...
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