Chronic Migraine Daily Triggers
Weather changes: Changes in temperature and humidity can affect people who experience migraines. Avoid going outside in high winds, extreme heat or cold.
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Sleep: Not getting enough sleep or too much sleep can cause a migraine so be consistent with when you wake up and go to sleep — aiming for 7 to 8 hours each day.
Hydration: Make sure you’re drinking enough water throughout the day to keep you well hydrated. Foods like watermelon and cucumber also contain lots of water.
Certain foods: Avoid or limit foods that are known migraine triggers like aged cheese, red wines, chocolate and preserved meats.
Caffeine: Maintain a consistent level of caffeine, found
in drinks like coffee, tea, soda or energy drinks. Too much
or less than your usual amount can cause a migraine.
Bright lights: Avoid fluorescent and flickering or pulsing lights and sit near indirect natural light when possible.
And make sure you wear polarized sunglasses when outside.
Loud noises: While you might not be able to avoid all loud noises, consider wearing earplugs or noise-canceling headphones when needed.
Certain smells: Remove yourself from environments where smells like scented candles, incense, cigarette smoke or perfume overwhelm your senses.
Stress or anxiety: Stress and worry are common migraine triggers. Going for a walk, writing in a journal or focusing
on sleep can help lessen the impact of daily stressors.
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Learn about chronic migraine daily triggers:
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