Magnesium Health Watch

Some great references on Headache and Migraine News about how certain types of magnesium supplements have helped many people who suffer from migraines and other headaches.  If you’re suffering from migraines, a magnesium supplement might be worth a try.

Great news from this migraine sufferer:

“I still get migraines, but they are functional migraines (worse around menses) – no nausea, no need to stay in a dark room, I can go to work, etc.  But the hemiplegic and seizure type zone-out episodes are GONE completely.  And I feel like I have my mind back – the fog that I had experienced while on Topamax and Zonisamide, etc has lifted.  I CAN THINK AGAIN!!!  I am going to try adding the CoQ10 and upping my Mag dose (I’m only doing 400mg) and see if that helps the menstrual headaches anymore.

I always thought vitamin “pushers” were just plain weird (sorry), but here I am telling you it’s working for me!!  Good luck.”

Magnesium: Top of the List for Migraine.

As you probably know, migraine triggers are different for everyone.   Some have found that their diet may trigger migraines.  Whether it’s MSG, red wine or nitrates, there are a lot of hidden ingredients that can contribute to this condition.  If you’re looking to determine the migraine trigger, it’s important to pay close attention to what you consume.  Try keeping a daily journal.  It can help you identify patterns and relationships between the food you eat and the onset of migraines.

This article suggests riboflavin and, you guessed it, magnesium as supplements to help prevent migraines:

“Are there any foods or supplements that can help prevent a migraine?

Magnesium. It’s thought that a deficiency of the mineral magnesium in the brain can cause nerve cells to be overly excited, triggering a migraine attack. Some studies have shown that taking a magnesium supplement can reduce migraine frequency in adults and children.

The best sources of magnesium include whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, dried fruit and leafy green vegetables.

Studies have given patients 600 milligrams of magnesium per day as a supplement. But before supplementing, speak to your health care provider. Taking more than 350 milligrams of magnesium can cause diarrhea and stomach upset”

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