What is a migraine?

A  migraine is a strong headache that often comes with nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light .it can last hours or days

aura 

these symptoms stem from your nervous system and often involve your vision .they usually start gradually over 5to20 minute period and last less than an hour 

Attack

A migraine headache en beings as a dull ache and grows into throbbing pain. It usually gets worse during physical activity; the pain can move from one side of your head to the other, can be in the front of your head, or can feel like it's affecting your entire head.

About 80% of people have nausea along with a headache,, and about half vomit .you may also be pale and clammy or feel faint.

Most migraine headaches last about 4 hours, but severe ones can go for more than 3 days .its common to get two to four headaches per month. Some people may get migraine headaches every few days, while others get them 0once or twice a year.

Postdrome

• Feeling tired 
• Feelings are unusually refreshed or happy.
• Muscle pain or weakness.
• Food cravings or lack of appetite.

migraine triggers hormones changes

many women notice that they have headaches around their periods while they are pregnant or ovulating. Symptoms may also be tied to menopause. Birth control uses hormones or replacement therapy.

stress 

when you are stressed, your brain releases chemicals that can cause blood vessel changes that might lead to a migraine.

food

some food and drinks such as aged cheese like nitrates (in pepperoni hot dogs and lunchmeat )and monosodium glutamates may be responsible in some people.

skipping meals

getting too much or not getting as much as you used to can cause headaches.

changes in weather 

Strom front changes in barometric pressure, strong winds, or changes in altitude can all trigger a migraine.

senses

loud noise, bright lights,, and a strong smell can set off a migraine.

physical activity 

this includes exercise and sex 

tobacco

changes to your sleep 

you might get headaches when you sleep too much or not enough.

types of migraine 

there are several kinds of migraines. The most common are migraines with aura,, also known as classic migraine.

menstrual migraine 

this is when the headache is linked to a woman,, period.

slint migraine 

this kind is also known as acephalgic migraine .you have aura symptoms without a headache.

abdominal migraine 

experts don't know a lot about this type. It causes stomach pain,, nausea,, and vomiting.it often happens in children, and many changes in classic migraine headaches over time.

status migrainosus

this severe type of migraine can last more than 72 hours.  The pain and nausea are so intense that you may need to go to the hospital sometimes,, and medication withdrawal can cause them.

How we relieve migraine pain.

Tips to get rid of a headache cold pack.

• Dim the lights.
• try massage
• take some ginger 
• to use a heating pad or hot compress

   food that trigger migraine attacks

• excessive coffee
• whine
• aged cheeses
• chocolate 

the best food to eat to help prevent migraines

vegetables

fill your plate with bright veggies as they are are great for your body and lead to nasty migraines. Oranges,, yellow and green vegetables contain plenty of vitamins contribute to overall health .they will help keep you energized and well which can prevent migraines from occurring she explains .whats more vegetables often have a high water content such as peppers, cucumbers, leafy greens like kale and swiss chard carrots sweets potatoes and more which will keep the body balanced and prevent it from losing too much water.

whole grains 

whole grains like brown rice and whole-wheat pasta are considered good sources of fiber that contribute to overall digestive and heart health. once again,, including this in your diet helps keep you healthy and happy and hopefully prevents migraines from occurring .

fruits

fruits contributes minerals, vitamins antioxidants and fiber all of which can fulfill your daily requirements for many nutrients plus its rich in water so getting enough daily is a good way to prevent migraines .  If you are eating dried fruit, look for options with no added sugar .you also want to avoid sulfates which might be in dried fruit .