Migraines occur as frequently as the common cold and the flu, but there isn’t that much to know about their roots since the focus is on treatment. If you’ve ever experienced a migraine, then you are aware of how painful it could be as it might leave you bedridden for days to even weeks. The most challenging part about dealing with migraines is that they happen suddenly and without warning – at least that’s what we’re led to believe.

Triggers and how to avoid them

Similar to the common cold, there are multiple environmental and internal causes for migraines, but there is no one direct link. These triggers seem to vary in their effectiveness from person to person. A smart way to avoid unexpected headaches is being aware of your triggers so that you may be able to avoid the ones that you are much more prone to being affected by.

• Sleep patterns. As much as possible, people are advised to have a full eight hours of sleep. But either due to overwork or negligence, people no longer find it easy to commit to a total of eight hours and instead make the most out of their days on the run. Sudden changes in sleep patterns can induce migraines.
• Environmental stimuli. The environment plays a pivotal role in how a person could have a migraine triggered. Triggers such as bright lights, loud sounds, strong smells, and even a sudden drop in temperature due to the weather are common sources of migraines in people.

• Hormonal changes. Don’t let the word ‘hormones’ confuse you, as both male and female individuals can experience hormonal changes, even if they don’t have PMS. A benefit that women have over men is that they can anticipate when they’ll have a migraine since women have a timeframe for knowing when they might have an attack, either before or during they have their periods. Other causes for hormonal changes are pregnancy and the intake of hormonal medications. If you are someone who’s currently undergoing hormone replacement therapy or using meds to treat your mental illness, you may be affected by a hormonally triggered migraine.
• Facing stress. Stress can come from various sources, but primarily it can be linked to work stress. Overwork and fatigue are contributing factors to stress. People who are frequently dealing with work in front of a computer might experience radiation from electromagnetic frequencies which are known to cause migraines. Knowing when to take a break from the computer can help you lessen your exposure. Reading can help you understand more about what EMF protection is, and it’s an excellent way to combat stress-related triggers.
• Unhealthy diet. Since migraines are affected by internal processes, they can also be influenced by your eating habits. Taking in too many processed foods in your diet or only having them to supplement your meals could put an imbalance in your system. Overeating food additives and preservatives can trigger migraines just as much as skipping meals.

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