Recognize Your Migraine Triggers
Certain things can trigger a Migraine in some people. Triggers are different for each individual, but some common triggers include:
- Food and drink–chocolate, aged cheese, alcohol, and any food that contains certain artificial sweeteners or MSG (monosodium glutamate)
- Menstruation–changes in hormones during a woman's period
- Stress–during or after a stressful event
- Fatigue–being worn out from too much activity, lack of sleep, or even
too much sleep - Caffeine withdrawal–cutting way back on caffeine or suddenly having
no caffeine at all - Weather–drastic changes in atmospheric pressure, and weather
- Environment–exposure to second-hand smoke, perfume, or fresh paint
