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Causes of migraines that you do not know about

by Kate Summel Sport

To heal the head, start with the intestines

The gastrointestinal tract is as important to your body as roots are to a tree: it feeds all systems in the same way. Therefore, it is important to know what the gut can signal us.

What food and substances pass through your intestines regularly? How does the immune system react to them?

The specific response of the immune system to certain foods can cause migraines. Testing for class E and G immunoglobulins, which the body produces in response to antigens in food, can help determine the types of immune mediated responses. Although research results vary, one randomized crossover study of migraine sufferers showed that dietary restrictions that exclude immunoglobulin G antibodies are an effective strategy for managing migraine attacks.

The latest study, published in the journal Headache (2013), evaluated the benefits of a diet that eliminated immunoglobulin G antibodies in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. The researchers concluded that such dietary adjustments can reduce the frequency of attacks of both diseases, as well as positively affect the quality of life of patients and their health. 

Could other types of food trigger migraine symptoms?

An example of this is the histamine reaction. The natural presence of histamine in food, along with other vasoactive (or biogenic) amines, explains why some migraine sufferers experience relief from taking antihistamines. The list of foods high in histamine includes aged cheeses, red wine, smoked / cured fish and meats, spinach, eggplant, and yeast. 

Foods that trigger a histamine reaction include chocolate, egg white, shellfish, strawberries, tomatoes, fish, pork, and citrus fruits. Another vasoactive amine is tyramine, which is found in fermented sauces (such as soy sauce), smoked / cured fish and meats, sauerkraut, some beers, aged cheeses, and chicken liver. In addition, caffeine, food additives - monosodium glutamate, sulfites, nitrites - or similar substances can cause a migraine attack. 

How can you determine what factors related to bowel function or metabolic disorders are affecting your body?

Stool comparative analysis is an ideal way to determine treatment: it helps assess imbalances in markers of food digestion and absorption, inflammatory / immune status, and intestinal microflora. In addition, it is necessary to check the activity of Helicobacter pylori ( Helicobacter pylori - a  bacterium that causes gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer). Active Heliobacter pylori is directly related to migraine outbreaks and seizure frequency. Healing from Heliobacter pylori relieves headaches significantly. Do not forget about the Migraine Stopper. This device helps you decrease your headaches and stops migraine seizures. 

Are the nutrients in healthy foods and supplements being absorbed by the body or excreted?

Several nutrients, such as vitamin B2 and coenzyme Q10, have proven to be excellent helpers for headaches. Decreased levels of nutrients, especially magnesium, have also been associated with migraines. An overall nutritional status assessment will help you assess how much you need magnesium, vitamin B2 and coenzyme Q10, as well as antioxidants, other B-complex vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins, amino acids, digestive stimulants, and fatty acids.

Hormonal factors

Women are more prone to migraines than men. Menstruation causes headaches for 60% of women who suffer from migraines. According to the Migraine Research Foundation, only 5% of women over 60 continue to experience headaches. Checking hormone levels before menopause can help determine the cause of the migraine. Saliva testing is the most convenient way to find out your estradiol, progesterone and testosterone levels over a monthly cycle. By the way, histamine can also be involved in this: it was found that it can stimulate the synthesis of estradiol. An imbalance in adrenal hormones, often caused by stress, decreases resistance to migraines. Based on these data, diagnostics that evaluate adrenal hormones (such as cortisol and DHEA) can determine the true cause of the disease. Finally, the level of melatonin, a hormone secreted by the pineal gland - can also help fight migraines. In a recent review of the pain relieving properties of melatonin, it was noted that melatonin is effective in treating pain symptoms of conditions such as fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, migraine and cluster headache.

Let's summarize.

While there are many reasons why people may suffer from migraines, the best first step in managing a headache is to identify and eliminate triggers and assess the effect of the gut on overall health. By the way, the benefits of diet are also mentioned in this article.



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