This isn’t vegetarian related at all but I thought I would post some ways that I deal with migraines. The internet is a great place to find information of the ever devastatingly painful evil maniacal F-ing migraine! Since I have used the internet to gather info, I figured I would add my two-cents.

GENERAL INFO:

I started getting migraines a couple of years ago and I had no idea why. I would keep track of them: when did they happen, what was I doing, how often was I getting them, etc. I finally went to my doctor where he prescribed me Zomig. I should just say without Zomig my migraines would be so much worse then they are now. However, where Zomig can take a lot of the pain away, it doesn’t seem to help all too much with migraine-related symptoms (nausea, sleepiness, etc.)

HERE ARE SOME THINGS THAT I DO TO HELP WITH MIGRAINES:

• I realized that a lot of the time my migraines stem from my neck or not sleeping well. I try to get a good night’s rest and I also see my chiropractor occasionally for a readjustment.
• Eating. Migraines can happen if you don’t eat, so I try to eat a balanced diet and not go too long without any food. If I do have a migraine, I will try to eat something filling but not unhealthy. Usually an English muffin or toast with peanut butter. Sometimes it is hard to eat when you are feeling this way, but once I do get myself to eat, it is such an improvement.
• Posture. Since my migraines shoot up from my neck, I try as hard as I can to have good posture.
• Strengthening. Last summer I took out a beginner’s yoga DVD from the library. A lot of the neck stretches help a lot with preventing and relieving migraine symptoms.
• Shower. Taking a hot shower can help a lot to relieve migraine symptoms.
• Peas. Okay, not really peas, but a pack of frozen peas. I keep them in my freezer. Just take the bag and put it on the ole forehead for some quick relief.
• Tea. Make sure to have some back-stock of Black tea in your pantry. I try to drink a cup or two of an English/Irish tea or Chai (a spiced tea). Drinking tea/coffee has been a remedy for headaches/migraines in many cultures, ancient and present.
• Allergies. Not specific to myself, but some people have food allergies that trigger migraines and they might not even know it. Keeping a journal might help figure it out. I don’t get migraines after eating or drinking but some people can get triggers from: MSG, soy, wine, chocolate, etc. (pretty much anything it seems like!).
• Pillows. I changed my pillow a few months ago and it has been a huge step in relief. Even if your migraines don’t stem from your neck, if you are having a migraine, laying your head down on suitable pillow can help a great deal.
• Remember, prevention is the best. If you are eating poorly, sleeping terribly, etc. you might want to change something. I try my best at prevention, but if that doesn’t work, some of the above mentioned tips help.
• Feel free to share your tips, too.