{"id":3135,"date":"2022-09-20T10:35:05","date_gmt":"2022-09-20T05:05:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.myhealthvectors.com\/?p=3135"},"modified":"2025-04-03T16:18:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T10:48:32","slug":"migraine-dos-and-donts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/migraine-dos-and-donts\/","title":{"rendered":"Migraine dos and don'ts"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Do Sleep Smart <\/strong>
Sleep is a very common trigger\u00a0for a migraine.\u00a0
Too much or too little sleep can\u00a0bring on a migraine attack.\u00a0
It is also very important to stick\u00a0to a sleep schedule.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do be cautious of alcohol <\/strong>
Alcohol is supposed to relax you,\u00a0but for some people it can cause\u00a0headaches.\u00a0
Certain ingredients in drinks like\u00a0red wine may cause headaches\u00a0instead.\u00a0
Watch for a reaction when you\u00a0drink -- you may be able to have\u00a0a glass now and then, or you may\u00a0need to avoid booze altogether.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Don't Smoke <\/strong>
Nicotine, the smell of burning\u00a0tobacco, and secondhand\u00a0smoke are all powerful\u00a0migraine\u00a0triggers.\u00a0
If you suffer from frequent migraines, then quitting smoking is the best bet for you.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do reduce Caffeine <\/strong>
Some pain medicines have added\u00a0caffeine because it boosts the\u00a0effectiveness of pain relievers.\u00a0
Caffeine is a headache treatment\u00a0for some, while it can trigger a\u00a0headache in others.\u00a0
The bottom line is to not overdo\u00a0your caffeine and to be aware of\u00a0how much you are drinking.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don't Skip Meals <\/strong>
Hunger is a common cause of\u00a0headaches.\u00a0
If you skip meals, go on a diet,\u00a0or exercise without eating\u00a0enough food beforehand,\u00a0your\u00a0blood sugar levels can\u00a0drop\u00a0(this is called\u00a0hypoglycemia).\u00a0
People with migraine can find\u00a0this leads to them having a\u00a0migraine attack.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Do Plan for your Period <\/strong>
\u00a0Menstrual migraine symptoms\u00a0are like other types of migraine,\u00a0and they\u00a0usually occur within 1 or\u00a02 days after the onset of your\u00a0period.\u00a0
Some women get them when\u00a0they ovulate and during\u00a0menopause, too.\u00a0
Keep your migraine relief plan\u00a0ready for that time of your\u00a0month.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don't Dehydrate Yourself <\/strong>
Getting dehydrated can often\u00a0trigger a migraine.\u00a0
Keep yourself hydrated\u00a0 and try\u00a0and have at least 8 glasses of\u00a0water daily.\u00a0
Stay away from caffeine\u00a0containing beverages and\u00a0alcohol.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do track your Triggers <\/strong>
Keep a migraine diary and write\u00a0down what you eat, your sleep\u00a0patterns, medications you take,\u00a0and any symptoms you have.\u00a0
This will\u00a0help your doctor come\u00a0up with a prevention and\u00a0treatment plan.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Don't Stare at Screens <\/strong>
Hours in front of a computer\u00a0or TV can strain your eyes.\u00a0
For some people with\u00a0migraine, eyestrain can trigger\u00a0head pain.\u00a0
Take breaks often. Stretch,\u00a0close your eyes, and get up to\u00a0get your blood flowing.\u00a0
That\u2019ll help stop a migraine\u00a0before it starts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do take care of yourself <\/strong>
Focusing on your health is the\u00a0best thing you can do to prevent\u00a0migraine.\u00a0
Feed yourself nutritious foods,\u00a0drink water, move\u00a0your body\u00a0every day, and get regular sleep.
Your body will thank you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don't Grit your Teeth <\/strong>
Teeth grinding and jaw clenching\u00a0are common migraine triggers.\u00a0
If you\u2019re doing it in your sleep,\u00a0talk to your dentist.\u00a0
If daytime grinding gives you\u00a0pain, try to pinpoint the source\u00a0of stress and work to lower it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Do Try & Chill <\/strong>
Stress and tension can often\u00a0trigger a migraine.\u00a0
Exercise, meditate, eat right,\u00a0and get\u00a0enough sleep to help\u00a0lower your stress.\u00a0 You could also indulge in a\u00a0hobby or activity that helps\u00a0you destress.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don't Ignore your Environment <\/strong>
A migraine can have many\u00a0triggers like smells, light,\u00a0sound, flashing lights, cold air\u00a0etc.\u00a0 \u200b
Pay attention to such triggers\u00a0in your environment.\u00a0
Know\u00a0what things set off your\u00a0headaches and do your best to\u00a0avoid them.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Candid<\/p>\r\n

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Don't Over Exercise <\/strong>
Sometimes too much exercise\u00a0can trigger\u00a0a migraine.\u00a0
Moderate activity regularly will\u00a0give your overall health a\u00a0boost and help you keep a\u00a0headache at bay.\u00a0
Remember to start slowly and\u00a0increase your activity level\u00a0gradually.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Disclaimer: <\/strong>The advice provided is intended for informational purpose only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.\u00a0\u00a0Consult with your doctor if you\u2019re seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.\u200b<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Do Sleep Smart Sleep is a very common trigger\u00a0for a migraine.\u00a0 Too much or too little sleep can\u00a0bring on a migraine attack.\u00a0 It is also very important to stick\u00a0to a sleep schedule.\u00a0 Do be cautious of alcohol Alcohol is supposed to relax you,\u00a0but for some people it can cause\u00a0headaches.\u00a0 Certain ingredients in drinks like\u00a0red wine […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":5083,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3135","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3135","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3135"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3135\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6513,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3135\/revisions\/6513"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5083"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3135"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3135"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3135"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}