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Gluten and migraine-is there a link?

February 16th, 2012 - Posted by Dr Marcus
I was recently asked to review a book on the benefits of gluten-free diets. Gluten is a protein found in foods made with wheat and other grains. Some people have an inherited... READ MORE
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A Balanced Diet -Living with Migraines

December 22nd, 2011 - Posted by Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE
There are over 60 triggers to a headache, and not eating may have twice the impact (57%) then the actual foods you eat (27%).  Spikes in blood sugar levels may trigger migraines;... READ MORE
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I’ve got to stop these meal-skippin’ ways

December 13th, 2011 - Posted by The Migraine Girl
Y’all, I have been a million times worse about not practicing what I preach than ever before. Common Triggers Management Essentials: Triggers Alcohol Caffeine Exercise MSG Sleep Triggers (Part 1) Weather Changes... READ MORE
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Aspartame, a Potential Migraine Trigger

December 10th, 2011 - Posted by Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE
Aspartame is found in over 6,000 food products as well as in carbonated/non-carbonated beverages that contain artificial sweeteners, including diet soft drinks, sports drinks, iced tea, fruit drinks, and powdered mixes. See... READ MORE
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Meal Planning & Hunger Related Migraines

December 6th, 2011 - Posted by Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE
Do you get migraines when you delay or skip a meal?  Are you too busy to eat on time and eat healthy? You may be glad to know that with a little... READ MORE
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Foods Implicated in Migraines

November 21st, 2011 - Posted by Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE
There are over 37 million people in the U.S. who suffer from migraines. For some individuals, food is a major contributor.  The top four migraine triggering foods are: Chocolate Cheese Citrus Fruit... READ MORE
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Food, glorious food!

January 20th, 2011 - Posted by The Migraine Girl
Sometimes when I wake up with a migraine I think to myself, “What have I done to deserve this?!” This rings especially true when I’ve been feeling bad earlier in the week.... READ MORE
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