Riboflavin for Migraine Sufferers

Multiple studies have demonstrated that high dose riboflavin is extremely beneficial for migraine sufferers, both adults, and children.

WHAT IS RIBOFLAVIN?

Riboflavin is also known as Vitamin B-2, is an essential nutrient required for life. One of the most important uses of riboflavin is that it helps in the production of energy in the body. The vitamin is water-soluble, which means the body cannot store it, but it is vital for red blood cell production and growth.

Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins all interact with riboflavin when releasing energy for our bodies to use. Riboflavin also acts as an antioxidant that can prevent premature aging and chronic illness.

NATURAL FOOD SOURCES OF RIBOFLAVIN

It’s naturally found in organ meats such as liver and kidney and in many vegetables, legumes, nuts, and leafy greens like spinach. Some of the richest sources include calf liver, torula yeast, and brewer’s yeast, whole almonds, wheat germ and mushrooms, milk, cheddar cheese, and eggs are also good sources.

RIBOFLAVIN BENEFITS

– Riboflavin is involved in energy production in every cell.

– Riboflavin helps convert carbohydrates to sugar which acts as fuel to carry out bodily functions. It is also critical to the breakdown of fats and proteins into energy your body can use. The enzymes involved in energy production do not function optimally without adequate riboflavin in the diet, which may lead to fatigue.

– Riboflavin is an excellent antioxidant that protects your body from free radical damage and aids in slowing the process of aging and many chronic diseases.

– Riboflavin is essential for the formation and proper functioning of fresh red blood cells. It interacts with iron which is used to synthesize hemoglobin (a major component of oxygen-carrying red blood cells.) Keeping hemoglobin levels high, helps your body to get the oxygen-rich blood necessary to perform the daily functions of life.

– Riboflavin is essential for the growth of healthy body tissue, including skin, hair, nails, and connective tissue. (One of the most common signs of riboflavin or vitamin B-2 deficiency is scaly, dry skin, cracked lips, and lesions around the mouth.)

– Riboflavin ensures proper growth and healthy reproductive organs

– Riboflavin helps to maintain a healthy immune system by enhancing natural immunity by strengthening the antibody reserves and by reinforcing the defense system against infections.

– Riboflavin protects the nervous system: Vitamin B2 can help in treating various nervous system conditions such as multiple sclerosis, anxiety, and epilepsy.

– Riboflavin helps to prevent acne. It helps improve the mucus secretion of skin and might clean up the skin pustules.

– Riboflavin (B-2) also plays a major role in the functioning of the other B complex vitamins like vitamin B3 (niacin) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). Therefore, a lack of riboflavin in the body can hinder the activity of other vitamins.

– Riboflavin is used in iron therapy for the treatment of sickle cell and iron deficiency anemia.

– Riboflavin may lower the risk of cataracts in people.

– Riboflavin helps in the repair of tissue, healing and infection

– Riboflavin assists in regulating thyroid activity.

– Riboflavin is known to be beneficial for people suffering from the following conditions; rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, acne, and migraines.

RIBOFLAVIN & MIGRAINES

Riboflavin/B-2 metabolites such as Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide or “FAD” are co-factors in the Krebs Cycle that produces energy. This coenzyme is an important component of the electron-transport chain. This is crucial because a deficiency of mitochondrial energy reserves has been observed in migraine sufferers and many people exhibiting poor cerebrovascular tone. Furthermore, migraineurs experience significant mitochondrial energy deficiencies prior to a migraine. Replenishing them with high dose riboflavin has positive consequences for migraine sufferers.

Note: “Flavin” refers to any of a group of yellow nitrogen-containing pigments, as riboflavin, that function as coenzymes. Because the vitamin riboflavin is water-soluble and not stored in the body, excess riboflavin not utilized by cells in the body is safely eliminated through the urine causing it to turn yellow.

Original MigreLief provides 400 mg of riboflavin, which is significantly higher than most multi-vitamins or B-complex products. Children’s MigreLief contains 200 mg of riboflavin.

Multiple studies have demonstrated that high dose riboflavin can help maintain healthy mitochondrial energy reserves, which are the powerhouses of cells, including brain cells. While women suffer migraine attacks three times more than men, both men and women equally benefit from riboflavin It is low cost and well-tolerated option.

COMBINATION OF NUTRITIONAL THERAPIES

Riboflavin – Magnesium – Feverfew

Nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, and vasospasms can independently and together contribute to migraines occurring. While riboflavin can be effective for maintaining healthy levels of mitochondrial energy reserves, combining riboflavin with magnesium and feverfew provides three mechanisms of action, each working independently and together to provide ongoing nutritional benefits for migraine sufferers.

In fact, a 2003 study in the Journal of the American Nutraceutical Association noted that using riboflavin in combination with feverfew and magnesium helps to maintain normal cerebrovascular function aiding the blood to flow more properly in the brain. When the blood is flowing the way it should, it helps to maintain a healthy inflammatory response and to maintain healthy cerebrovascular tone and function.

Learn more:

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The Science of MigreLief Supplements for Migraine Sufferers

Magnesium, Riboflavin and Puracol® Feverfew – Triple Therapy for Migraine Sufferers

Migraine is a neurological disease with symptoms ranging from severe head pain, visual disturbances, vertigo, nausea, and sensitivity to light, sound or smell. Approximately 40 million Americans suffer migraines which can last from hours to days. For many men, women and children, migraine attacks not only disrupt quality of life, they are also debilitating. Nutritional deficiencies, inflammation and vasospasm can independently and together contribute to migraine occurrence, frequency and intensity.

The dysfunctional brain processes that have been shown to be present in migraine sufferers during migraine attacks include:

• Excessive platelet aggregation resulting in vasospasms due to serotonin release.
• Decrease in the brain cell’s mitochondrial energy reserves.

The ‘Triple Therapy’ combination of Magnesium, Riboflavin and Feverfew have been proven in double blind placebo-controlled studies to be beneficial to migraine sufferers. This combination helps maintain healthy cerebrovascular tone and function while promoting healthy mitochondrial energy reserves.

Magnesium

Studies have shown migraine sufferers with poor cerebrovascular tone have low levels of magnesium. Magnesium is a natural mineral that is necessary for healthy bodily function as it promotes heart health, stabilizes blood pressure, regulates nerve and muscle function and builds bone, DNA and protein. Magnesium is intimately involved in the control of N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) glutamate receptors which play an important role in pain transmission in the nervous system and in the regulation of cerebral blood flow. Magnesium ions plug the NMDA receptors which renders calcium unable to exert its vasodilatory effects.

Magnesium has numerous effects that support cerebrovascular tone and function including the following mechanisms of action:

• Inhibition of platelet aggregation
• Interference with synthesis, release and action of inflammatory mediators
• Direct alterations of cerebrovascular tone
• Inhibition of vasospasm
• Stabilization of cell membranes.

Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2)

Research has shown that a mitochondrial defect may reduce an individual’s threshold to migraine triggers and lead to migraines. A deficiency of mitochondrial energy reserves has been observed in many people exhibiting poor cerebrovascular tone. Riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin that helps the body convert food to energy. It is a precursor of flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN ) which unlike CoQ10 are involved in all three cellular energy production processes; glycolysis, krebs cycle and electron transport. At the proper dose, riboflavin helps maintain healthy mitochondrial energy reserves which is very beneficial to migraine sufferers.

Feverfew

The herb feverfew (Tanacetum Parthenium) has been recorded as a medicinal remedy for millennia. Commonly recommended for its ability to support cerebrovascular tone, feverfew is rich in compounds known as sesquiterpene lactones and glycosides. While much of the feverfew research focuses on parthenolide, a type of sesquiterpene lactone, Akeso feels this is myopic and ignores studies that show feverfew benefits when the parthenolides are removed. While parthenolide may help, the presence of a full spectrum of other feverfew phytochemicals that Akeso has identified is what really makes the difference.

Scientific studies show feverfew inhibits platelet aggregation and the release of serotonin from platelets and polymorphonuclear leukocyte granules. Feverfew also inhibits pro-inflammatory prostaglandin synthesis and the release of arachidonic acid, making it beneficial to migraine sufferers.

MigreLief Triple Therapy with Puracol®

The world-class efficacy of MigreLief’s original patented formula is, for the most part, a result of the research and investment in feverfew chemistry that Akeso Health Sciences pioneered leading to the development of Puracol® feverfew. The unique profile of the phytochemicals present in Puracol® feverfew go beyond industry standards and give MigreLief users a significant advantage in achieving the results they seek.

4 Nutritional Options for Migraine Sufferers

Recommended by neurologists and headache specialists for twenty-five years, Akeso’s line of MigreLief supplements include four nutritional options: Three daily maintenance formulas for chronic migraine sufferers; MigreLief Original (teens & adults), Children’s MigreLief (age 2-12) and MigreLief+M (for women with menstrual / hormonal migraine) PLUS a fast-acting “as needed” formula, MigreLief-NOW.

THE MIGRELIEF NUTRITIONAL REGIMEN FOR MIGRAINE SUFFERERS: HOW IT WORKS:

Action Step 1
Choose one of MigreLief’s 3 daily formulas: (Original MigreLief (teens and adults), Children’s MigreLief (age 2-12 or under 100 lbs), or Menstrual MigreLief+M) and take twice a day, every day (1 caplet in the a.m. and one caplet in the p.m.). Stick with it for 3 months for maximum benefits and optimum results. It will grow in effectiveness over this time period. 1 bottle is a 30-day supply. MigreLief comes with a 90-day satisfaction guarantee when purchased at MigreLief.com – So don’t give up too early and miss the opportunity to feel the difference MigreLief can make.

Action Step 2
Take fast-acting MigreLief-NOW “as-needed” for on-the-spot nutritional support and neurological comfort. MigreLief -NOW is a great back-up supplement to take at first warning signs during difficult times. We recommend keeping MigreLief-NOW on hand during the build-up period when taking a MigreLief daily formula.

Note: Take MigreLief with food, and it is very beneficial for migraine sufferers to stay well hydrated and get plenty of sleep.

All of Akeso Health Sciences’ condition-specific dietary supplements are formulated by Chief Scientific Officer, Curt Hendrix, M.S., C.C.N., C.N.S. Curt has dedicated his life to researching and developing natural medicines for improving health and longevity and has been a principal scientific investigator for multiple NIH (National Institutes of Health) studies researching the effects of nutritional supplements on Alzheimer’s disease.

For more information visit MigreLief.com or email HealthAdvisor@MigreLief.com

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Abdominal Migraine in Children – Safe Options

Abdominal migraine is one of the most common causes of abdominal pain in children and is becoming more frequently diagnosed in adults. Although the pain will come and go, it is severely debilitating during a migraine episode, is very distressing for children. Recurring abdominal pain can have a drastic effect on a child’s overall quality of life and school performance.

Abdominal pain in childhood accounts for 2-4% of office visits to the doctor and 50% of referrals to pediatric gastroenterologists. (1) Even though it is a well-recognized type of pediatric migraine with specific diagnostic criteria under the International Classification of Headache Disorders, it is often underdiagnosed by both pediatricians and pediatric gastroenterologists. (2)

The diagnosis of abdominal migraine is much more prevalent in Europe than in the United States because in the U.S. it is often misdiagnosed as U.S. doctors are still struggling to understand it. Many doctors are only able to make an accurate diagnosis years after the abdominal migraines when the child becomes a teen and then develops classic migraines. Parents should be extra cautious as children could be subjected to unnecessary surgery if the condition is misdiagnosed.

What is an abdominal migraine?

Abdominal migraines are diagnosed in children who meet these criteria:

At least five attacks of abdominal pain that each last 1 to 72 hours
Dull pain around the belly button, moderate to severe in intensity
At least two of these symptoms: appetite loss, nausea, vomiting, pale skin

Other abdominal migraine symptoms may include, headache and sensitivity to light and sound.

Who gets abdominal migraines?

Children with a family history of migraines are at higher risk
Occurs slightly more often in girls than boys
Children who experience motion sickness are more likely to get abdominal migraines
Adults susceptible to migraine

Diagnosis of Abdominal Migraine

Abdominal migraines usually follow a pattern, same type of appearance, same time of day, and the same duration with the symptoms going away completely between migraines.

Doctors may use ultrasound or endoscopy to check for other potential causes of your child’s stomach pain and evaluate your child’s medical history to determine a pattern.

Preventing Migraines
Help your child prevent migraines by discovering and avoiding their triggers if possible. The triggers for abdominal migraines are similar for regular migraines:

Chemicals such as nitrites that are found in processed foods such as deli or processed meats, lunch meat, packaged sandwich ham, turkey, and chicken
Caffeine
Chocolate
Bright lights
Foods that contain monosodium glutamate (MSG) including Chinese food, dressings, seasonings, condiments, and many buffet foods in restaurants
Motion sickness
Fatigue or exhaustion
Flickering lights
Stress, worrying, or being upset
Swallowing a lot of air
Lack of sleep

In many cases, taking proactive steps to prevent migraine attacks can lead to less frequent attacks and a decrease in intensity and duration.

Where to start if your child was diagnosed with abdominal or classic migraines.

Consider a Safe & Gentle Nutritional Option…
The MigreLief Nutritional Regimen for Pediatric Migraines

Recommended by pediatric neurologists and headache specialists for almost 2 decades, MigreLief is a great place to start.

ACTION STEP 1:

Choose one of two MigreLief “daily maintenance” formulas:

Original MigreLief (age 12+)
Children’s MigreLief (age 2-11)

The caplets may be crushed or capsules opened and mixed with food such as applesauce, yogurt etc. for children or teens that have difficulty swallowing pills.

ACTION STEP 2:
Keep MigreLief-NOW “as-needed” formula on hand at all times and take whenever needed for on-the-spot help.

The ‘Dream Team’ for Migraine Sufferers
Daily and As Needed formulas work well together. While you are waiting for the daily formula to kick in, you can take MigreLief-NOW as-needed. All MigreLief formulas are drug-free, safe, gentle, and very effective.

Where to Buy?
If purchased at MigreLief.com or by calling 1-800-758-8746 you can try risk-free as there is a 90 Money Back Guarantee if you try MigreLief or Children’s MigreLief for 3 allows sufficient time for MigreLief to build blood levels for maximum effectiveness (each bottle is a one month supply). If you are not satisfied for any reason, Akeso Health Sciences will refund your purchase price.

You can also buy at the Vitamin Shoppe, Meijer stores, or at independent pharmacies nationwide. If your local pharmacy doesn’t stock it, you can ask them to order it and they can usually have MigreLief within 24 hours.

Questions? Email: HealthAdvisor@MigreLief.com or call 1-800-758-8746
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Don’t Start The New Year With A Champagne Headache

Champagne is a big part of many New Year’s Eve celebrations. It can be a pleasure to drink, but it can also cause headaches for some. Headaches after drinking champagne may be caused by dehydration, mineral depletion, or even an allergy to the sulfites in champagne. Sulfites are chemicals used as preservatives to inhibit browning and discoloration in foods and beverages during preparation, storage, and distribution. Sulfites have been used in winemaking for centuries.

Sulfites are found in certain foods and beverages, and in a variety of medications. The use of sulfites as preservatives in foods and beverages increased dramatically in the 1970s and 1980s. Due to cases of severe reactions to sulfites, a ban by the FDA went into effect in August 1986. This ban prohibited the use of sulfites in fresh fruits and vegetables. Sulfites continue to be used in potatoes, shrimp, and beer/wine and are also used in the pharmaceutical industry.

Bubble Trouble: Champagne contains tiny little pockets of carbon dioxide. Like all carbonated beverages, that satisfying fizz in soft drinks and sparkling wine is created when carbon dioxide gas under pressure is dissolved in a liquid.

Champagne feels like it goes right to your brain because it does. The carbon dioxide gas bubbles in Champagne help your body to absorb the alcohol faster. The bubbles increase the pressure in your stomach, which forces alcohol out through your stomach’s lining and into your bloodstream for faster absorption. In your bloodstream, carbon dioxide competes with oxygen, which is why champagne makes you feel dizzy. You’ll also get drunk faster – and your hangover will be worse.

To avoid headaches and hangovers, try these tips

Stay hydrated:

Stay hydrated

Drink water before and after consuming alcohol. Alcohol is very dehydrating because it removes water from your cells. Try alternating a glass of water with each glass of champagne or other alcohol. And try to drink a full glass of water before going to bed. Alcohol promotes urination because it inhibits the release of vasopressin, a hormone that decreases the volume of urine made by the kidneys. If you wake up with a hangover, start hydrating as soon as possible. If your hangover includes diarrhea, sweating, or vomiting, you may be even more dehydrated. Although nausea can make it difficult to get anything down, even just a few sips of water might help your hangover. Drinking water throughout the day is even better for rehydrating and recovering the water you’ve lost and dramatically help your hangover headache.

Take aspirin:

Taking some aspirin can help reduce some symptoms of a hangover such as a headache. Never take aspirin on an empty stomach as that could increase the risk of G.I. distress and nausea.

Eat carbs:

Try eating complex carbs like nuts

Do not drink on an empty stomach. Start with a light meal or snack of complex carbohydrates and protein that will help absorb the alcohol. Nuts, beans, seeds, whole grains (crackers, toast etc.), yogurt are just a few common complex carbs. Drinking may lower blood sugar levels, so theoretically some of the fatigue and headaches of a hangover may be from lack of fuel to your brain. Also, many people forget to eat when they drink, which can also cause blood sugar to drop. Eating some complex carbs, toast, crackers and juice for example can get your blood sugar back to normal.

Drink caffeine:

Drink a couple of cups of coffee. The caffeine causes your blood vessels to constrict, which can relieve the discomfort of a headache. WARNING: FOR some migraine sufferers, caffeine can be a trigger.

Try MigreLief-NOW:

MigreLief-NOW is Akeso Health Sciences’ fast-acting formula to be taken as needed by headache or migraine sufferers for neurological comfort. MigreLief-NOW contains magnesium, ginger, Boswellia, and Puracol® feverfew.

To the Best of Health,

Curt Hendrix, M.S., C.C.N., C.N.S.

Holiday Stress – Tis the Season for Migraines

Winter holidays are the most festive occasions of the year, providing an opportunity to celebrate with family and friends. They can also lead to an onslaught of responsibilities and chores; shopping, gift wrapping, baking, cooking and cleaning are just a few things that might overwhelm us this time of year. With holiday joy comes holiday stress and for migraine sufferers, stress can easily trigger bad headaches or migraines that can interfere with finishing holiday errands, let alone enjoying the season.

So, let’s look at what makes the holidays so stressful and how you can combat it.

Why Are Holidays So Stressful?

Winter Blues: The cold weather does not make it any easier. Sometimes, the dull and gloomy weather outside starts to project on your mood as well. The lack of sunshine can get you a little depressed and the festive season doesn’t seem so jolly anymore. Feelings of sadness that last throughout the holiday season—especially during the months of November and December. For some people, holidays can be a period of painful reflection, sadness, loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
Financial Strains: Holidays can also get expensive. If you have a big family, you’re probably buying a lot of gifts and your savings are taking a huge hit, which can lead to stress.
Unhappy Memories: Most of the time, reminiscing with your family is great. It feels good to relive childhood memories. However, not all memories are happy. You might be missing the presence of a loved one who has passed away or maybe your children were not able to join you for Christmas this year.
Nosy Relatives: You have to spend your holidays socializing with people that you were dodging all year. Questions regarding your career and love life may come up and if you’re not in a good place, it will most likely stress you out.
Workplace: So, your boss has decided to make you work right up until Christmas Eve. This means you have not had much time to finish all your errands and you’re probably loaded on caffeine to keep yourself going.
Cold & Flu Season: The warm holiday traditions you cherish may still be upended by illnesses due to viruses lingering about but your family’s safety comes first. Take extra precautions when appropriate and practice basic safety hygiene.

You may be experiencing some of the above stresses, maybe all or maybe more, but despair not!
You can effectively cope with the holiday madness with the tips below.

Tips for Combating Holiday Stress & Migraines

While it can be frustrating, recognize that some unforeseen circumstances are out of your control. Instead of focusing on what you can’t control, focus on what you can.

Embrace Winter: Don’t let winter ruin your holiday celebration. Instead, enjoy what winter has to offer. Take your kids out to the front yard and build a snowman. Go ice skating, enjoy the festive music in the mall while you shop, and grab a warm cup of coffee or tea.
Plan Ahead and Ask for Help: Make a to-do list and keep things simple. Don’t take everything on yourself – don’t be afraid to ask for help and delegate when you can. Plan out all you need to do so you don’t fall behind on your errands and then get stressed about it. Avoid putting off your shopping until the last minute. Noisy, bright-lighted shopping malls filled with strong scents and long lines are the last place you want to be if you are prone to migraines.
Take Time Out to Relax and Remember to Breathe: When we are stressed our breathing pattern changes. The primary role of breathing is to absorb oxygen and to expel carbon dioxide through the movement of the lungs. Typically, an anxious person takes small, shallow breaths, using their shoulders rather than their diaphragm to move air in and out of their lungs. This style of breathing disrupts the balance of gases in the body and can prolong feelings of stress and anxiety by worsening the physical symptoms of stress. So, remember to control your breathing and take a few deep breaths to stay relaxed.
Exercise: Even if it’s only taking a short walk get a little exercise daily.
Avoid Migraine Triggers: Some triggers can’t be avoided, changes in barometric pressure, holiday noise, bright lights, and scents. However, some triggers you can avoid…
- Nitrate-rich foods (cheese, processed meats, ham, etc.)
- Chocolate
- Caffeinated beverages
- Alcohol (red wine & beer)
- Lack of Sleep
If you drink, do so in moderation: “Does alcohol trigger migraines?” is a question as old as time itself. The truth is that the relationship between alcohol and migraines is not fully understood, and while some migraineurs seem to tolerate most kinds of alcohol just fine, others can get a raging migraine after a couple of sips. These holidays, avoid migraines by erring on the side of caution and drinking in moderation if you are going to drink at all. Avoid red wine, which has substances known to trigger migraines, and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

As you run around shopping, attending to last-minute details, and staying out a little too late at that office party, you may find yourself getting less sleep than usual. This can be a huge trigger for migraines. Though sometimes it is unavoidable, do your best to get 6-8 hours of sleep nightly. If you have an occasion where that isn’t possible, at least try to squeeze in an afternoon nap the next day. If your occasional sleeplessness is ongoing, consider taking an effective natural sleep supplement.

Seasonal parties and alcohol seem to go hand in hand. Unfortunately, alcohol and migraines also go hand in hand. Hydration is your best line of defense. Make sure, before, during, and after consuming alcohol, you make sure to consume water. Healthy snacks every hour or so can prevent drops in blood sugar which can also trigger migraines and headaches.

Despite all the stress, many consider the holidays their favorite time of year, and you can too! Don’t let the fear of stress or migraines ruin your seasonal festivities. As long as you are aware and prepared, you will decrease your risk of holiday migraines.

If do you feel a migraine coming on take fast-acting MigreLief-NOW as early as possible to provide nutritional support that can be very helpful.

If stress is something that’s part of your daily life consider using AKESO’s Calm and Clever unique formulation for reducing stress and anxiety while enhancing focus, memory, and recall. If you are prone to mood issues, consider Akeso’s new Resilient Mood nutritional supplement that supports feel-good neurotransmitters and helps balance mood and positive outlook.

Have the happiest and safest of holidays.

Best wishes from all of us at Akeso Health Sciences.

MS and Migraine: Is There Really a Connection?

When most people think of MS, migraine usually doesn’t come to mind. Yet, research shows that patients with MS are far more likely to experience migraine than the average person. (1.)

Some people never have a migraine attack in their life – until their multiple sclerosis (MS) shows up. Others seek medical attention for headaches, only to discover they have MS.

So, does MS cause migraine? Or do the two conditions just tend to happen in the same people?

In this article, we’ll break down what the research says and whether the link between migraine and MS is legit.

Migraine is a common condition, affecting around 12% of Americans.(2.) MS on the other hand, is rare. Less than 1% of people in the US have multiple sclerosis. (3.)

Now here’s where things get interesting. Research shows that migraine affects between 31% to 43% of people with MS. (1. & 4.) That’s roughly three to four times the prevalence of people without multiple sclerosis!

Given those stats, many assume there must be a link between MS and migraine.

What’s the Link Between MS and Migraine?

Migraine and MS are both due to issues with the central nervous system. But they play out in very different ways.

MS is an autoimmune disorder where the body attacks myelin, the protective coating around your nerves. This can result in a host of symptoms including pain, tingling, weakness, and vision problems.

No one’s exactly sure what causes migraine. But it’s thought to be due to abnormal brain activity affecting the blood vessels and chemicals of the brain. (5.) The hallmark symptom of migraine is throbbing one-sided head pain. Yet, it can cause nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and sensitivity to light too.

While research shows that MS and migraine often go hand in hand, the whys remain unclear. Scientists aren’t sure whether MS triggers migraine or if certain people are just susceptible to both conditions.

Most people with migraine and MS had migraine attacks before their MS diagnosis

Yet some people’s migraine symptoms worsen after the onset of their MS. (6.) For others, migraine doesn’t emerge until after MS symptoms appear. Some suspect certain medications may be to blame.

Case in point: interferon, a medication that’s often prescribed to treat MS symptoms. (7.) For some people, interferon can trigger headaches. So, if someone receives a MS diagnosis and begins taking interferon, headaches may pop up.

But it goes both ways. Some medications prescribed for migraine can cause symptoms that mimic MS.

One study showed that topiramate, a medication used for migraine, can cause cognitive problems. (8.) This includes memory issues and trouble concentrating, both symptoms that can affect people with MS. (9.)

But medications aren’t the only link between migraine and MS. Both conditions share similar symptoms and comorbidities.

What are the Similarities Between MS and Migraine?

As mentioned, multiple sclerosis and migraine both affect the central nervous system. But that isn’t where their similarities end. Here are a few more ways migraine and MS are alike:

Attacks

If you’re reading this, you likely know that migraine symptoms come on as attacks. The same is true for most cases of multiple sclerosis.

Around 85% of people with MS have relapsing-remitting MS. (10.) For people with this form of MS, symptoms come on as flares or relapses, followed by periods of remission.

Triggers

MS flares and migraine attacks can both be set off by triggers. Apart from stress (which seems to be a trigger for almost everything), most MS and migraine triggers are unique.

MS triggers include:

Childbirth
Infections
Low vitamin D
Heat (whether due to warm temperatures or fever)
Smoking

Migraine triggers include:

Lack of sleep
Hormones
Weather changes
Strong scents
Bright lights
Certain foods, including alcohol, aspartame, caffeine, aged cheeses, and chocolate

Visual symptoms

Visual problems can also occur with both conditions. Some people with MS experience optic neuritis, a visual symptom due to lesions on the optic nerve. Optic neuritis can cause blurry vision, double vision, and even the loss of vision in one eye.

People who have migraine with aura may also experience visual disturbances. This might manifest as bright spots, flashes, or zig zags. Some even lose vision altogether for brief periods! (11.)

The main difference is how long these visual symptoms last. Visual disturbances from migraine with aura tend to last between 20-60 minutes. Yet, visual symptoms from MS flares can persist for days or even weeks.

Depression is a comorbidity

Living with a chronic condition like MS or migraine can be frustrating – even debilitating. That may explain why depression is more common in people with either condition.

People with migraine are 2-4 times more likely to deal with depression than someone without migraine. (12.) And half of all people with MS suffer from depression at some point in their lives. (13.)

Why Misdiagnosis Happens

Since MS and migraine symptoms are similar, misdiagnosis is common. In fact, one study found that out of 241 new patients with multiple sclerosis, 18% were wrongly diagnosed. (14.) Of those misdiagnosed patients, 16% had migraine.

Another study from Neurology found that out of 110 patients diagnosed with MS, 33% had been misdiagnosed for ten or more years! (15.)

So symptoms aside, why does misdiagnosis happen so often?

Well, for many, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) results are to blame. Both migraine and MS can cause brain lesions, which can show up on MRIs. This can make diagnosis tricky.

Treatment for MS and Migraine

Doctors often prescribe medications to manage symptoms of multiple sclerosis and migraine. But prevention is the simplest treatment option for both.

Making healthy lifestyle shifts may ease symptoms and even prevent relapses and attacks from occurring. Here are a few prevention tips to add to your toolbox:

Avoid triggers

As mentioned, both migraine and MS can be triggered by environmental factors such as weather, heat, and certain foods. But not everyone’s triggers are the same.

For some migraineurs, bright lights and hormones may set them off. For others, caffeine and poor sleep are the culprits. That’s why knowing your own triggers is key.

So get clear on your triggers (this free migraine diary can help). That way, you can shift your lifestyle to stave off future relapses and attacks. (16.)

Manage stress

However, you don’t want to overdo it. Intense exercise can set off migraine attacks for some. So, pass on spin class and stick to moderate activities such as walking, swimming, and leisurely bike rides. (17.)

Get nutritional support

Eating a wholesome diet filled with fruits, veggies, and healthy fats provides the nutrients needed to support brain health.

However, certain nutrients and herbs can provide extra support. Lack of vitamin D is one trigger for multiple sclerosis flares. One simple way to remedy this is to get regular sun exposure. But if you live somewhere where sunlight is sparse, consider taking a vitamin D supplement.

For migraine, magnesium deficiency is often an issue. One study showed that taking a daily magnesium supplement reduced migraine frequency by 42%. (18.) Research also shows riboflavin (vitamin B2) can help stave off migraine attacks and reduce symptoms.

If you’re looking for a migraine support supplement that contains both, consider MigreLief. This safe and effective formula features magnesium, riboflavin, and Puracol Feverfew for a triple shot of migraine support.

Takeaways

Migraine is far more common in people with MS. This makes many wonder if MS causes migraine or if it’s simply a coincidence. For now, scientists aren’t sure. Some aspects of migraine attacks and MS relapses are similar, such as visual symptoms, which also blurs the lines.

Some people are even misdiagnosed with MS, when in fact they have migraine. That’s why it’s important to share a detailed account of symptoms with your doctor. Often doctors prescribe medications to manage symptoms of MS and migraine.

Yet, the best treatment is prevention. Avoiding triggers, getting regular exercise, managing stress, and nutritional support can all help ease the severity of future attacks.

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Avoid Labor Day Migraines | Summer’s Last Hurrah | Sept 2022

Summer doesn’t officially end until midnight September 22 but if you are planning to hit the road for one last fun in the sun hurrah, take safety precautions; tell someone where you are going, wear your seat-belt, stay well-hydrated, wear your mask when necessary and avoid Labor Day migraines!

Labor Day the first Monday in September, was first celebrated on September 5, 1882. It is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It is traditionally marked with parades and other celebrations and is a time for Americans to take a break from their jobs and honor the historic role that the labor movement played in the creation of the middle class, the rise of living standards, and the strength of the country.

Labor Day has also come to represent, for most Americans, the symbolic end of summer. School starts for most students the day after Labor Day Monday, however many schools have switched to resume in late August. Nevertheless, for many people it has always been considered the last hurrah to partake in traditional summer activities, lazy beach and picnic outings, camping trips, and travel away from home.

Labor Day may look a little different for most people this year as we continue to stay at home more during this time of social distancing.

Labor Day weekend is historically one of the most dangerous holidays for traveling, according to the National Highway Traffic Administration. If you do plan to venture out…

Drive safely and be prepared for any type of emergency. Always keep a first-aid kit in your vehicle.
Let someone know where you are going, the roads you are taking, and when you expect to get there and return.
Wear your seat belts and don’t drink and drive. Be prepared for sobriety and seat belt checkpoints

STAY WELL HYDRATED: Keep plenty of water on hand. Keep a bottle of H20 with you if the weather is hot and you will be outdoors for a considerable amount of time. If plain water doesn’t interest you, try adding a slice of lemon or lime to your drink. If you’re going to be exercising, make sure you drink water before, during, and after your workout. Start and end your day with a glass of water. When you’re feeling hungry, drink water. The sensation of thirst is often confused with hunger.

Avoid heat-related illnesses & heat stroke. Sweating heavily without replacing enough fluids can lead to dehydration or heat cramps. If the body cannot shed enough heat for any reason, there is a risk of heat exhaustion and, in extreme cases, heatstroke – a medical emergency. Children are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses because their bodies do not get rid of heat as efficiently as adults’ do. Make sure you know how to prevent, recognize, and treat heat-related illness.

Heat exhaustion is caused by loss of water and salt, often as a result of exercising in hot weather. If it is not treated, it may progress to heatstroke.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion include Normal or elevated body temperature, although not as high as 40°C (104°F) Profuse sweating – Pale skin – Skin may be cool and moist – Fast, shallow breathing – Fast, weak pulse – Headache – Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea – Dizziness, weakness, or fainting – Heat cramps or Exhaustion. If you or a child experience any of these symptoms, move to a shady or air-conditioned area, and lie down. Remove extra clothing and sports equipment, if any. Cool down with cold water, fans, or cold towels. If not nauseated or vomiting, drink water, juice, or a sports drink.

TIPS TO AVOID END OF SUMMER MIGRAINES

*Drink an 8-ounce glass of water every couple of hours. If you are out and about, carry water with you throughout the day.

*Bright sunlight can often lead to migraines in photosensitive sufferers so a good pair of polarized sunglasses can really help.*Scents and odors can trigger migraines. Don’t hang around people who smoke and ask those close to you (friends, family, co-workers) to go easy on the cologne or perfume.

*Avoid bright or flickering lights if possible. If you work a lot on a computer, use an anti-glare screen/filter.

*Eat healthy snacks every hour or so to prevent drops in blood sugar than can also serve as triggers to migraines.

*Pay attention to prodromal symptoms (symptoms like dizziness, visual or speech impairments) which occur prior to the pain of the migraine striking. Sometimes taking ibuprofen during this period can prevent the full migraine from occurring.

*Small amounts of caffeine may help with migraine pain, but large amounts will cause more migraines to occur.

*Barometric Pressure Headaches Strategies: Some migraineurs have reported that lying down in a dark room can ward off the pressure headache, but if you are or want to be an outdoor enthusiast, you have to figure out other ways to deal with it.

The good news is that there are gadgets that can help you. If you are one who prefers gadgets over devices and apps, Newspring Power International Company, Ltd. offers a fishing barometer designed to check the barometric pressure at specific locations. The application for migraineurs is that you can set the device for up to six places where you might wish to go for the day, and program it to warn you when a storm is approaching any of those places. If you prefer a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), there are several smartphones and tablets which have barometric sensors with free apps that will send you alarms when the pressure reaches the danger zone for you.”

*Avoid stress. If you are preparing a Labor Day picnic or festivity, remember that after a flurry of activity and preparation, when a person finally has a chance to relax, headaches often set in. The beginning of the weekend or a vacation is a common time for migraines to occur. Take it easy, plan in advance, and just agree with yourself or family members that the number one key to everyone enjoying the time is to relax and be unhurried in everything.

*Don’t forget to take your MigreLief (daily formula – Original MigreLief, MigreLief+M, or Children’s MigreLief) twice a day, once in the a.m. and once in the p.m., to keep blood levels of the beneficial ingredients consistent for optimal results. KEEP MIGRELIEF-NOW on hand at all times and take as needed for fast-acting on-the-spot nutritional support.

Have a wonderful and safe, migraine-free Labor Day. Enjoy this delicious and eye-catching salad if you are looking for something new to prepare and serve this weekend and keep cool and hydrated with frozen grapes and fruit infused water.

FROZEN GRAPES – The perfect low calorie, naturally sweet summer treat! These frozen bites always stay icy, but not frozen solid. They must be eaten as soon as they are removed from the freezer before they thaw completely.
1. Wash and dry green or red grapes.
2. Place in a sealable plastic bag.
3. Keep in the freezer for 2 hours or until frozen.
4. Fill a bowl with several ice cubes and place the bag in the bowl to keep cool while you enjoy!

FRUIT INFUSED WATER – Making your own fruit-infused waters is a great alternative to drinking sugary sports drinks and sodas with additives and dyes. Fruit-infused water doesn’t really require a specific recipe. You can experiment by making small or large batches and adding as much or as little fruit as you would like to increase flavor and sweetness. Let your concoction stand for 2 to 8 hours then enjoy! Popular fruits: raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, mango, pineapple, oranges, lemons, limes, and cucumbers. Popular herbs: mint, basil, and rosemary. Slice strawberries but keep other berries whole and press lightly with a spoon to release some of the flavors. Add your favorite ingredients to a 1/2 gallon pitcher of water, cover and let sit overnight in the refrigerator. Or make by the glass. To jazz it up a bit, make your own fruit-infused water.

Migraine Hangover: What It Feels Like & How to Ease Symptoms

You did it. You survived your migraine attack. Your headache pain is gone, the dizziness has faded away, and you’re ready to exit your dark, quiet cave and start living life again.

But just when you thought the migraine storm had passed, the next wave arrives — the migraine hangover. And no, I’m not talking about the kind that comes after a night of bar-hopping.

I’m talking about postdrome – the final phase of migraine that often mirrors how you feel when you’ve had one too many cocktails.

But what exactly is postdrome… and how long does it last? And is there anything you can do to bounce back quicker?

Read on to learn everything you need to know about migraine hangovers, including how to prevent them.

What is Postdrome?

A migraine hangover, or postdrome, is the fourth and last phase of a migraine attack. It happens after the symptoms like pain, nausea, and vomiting fall away.

Not all migraine sufferers experience postdrome. And migraine hangovers don’t happen with every attack. But for some, postdrome can be just as draining as the attack.

It’s important to note that postdrome is NOT a reaction to the attack but rather the last phase of a migraine.

So before we dive into the details on postdrome, let’s briefly review the four migraine phases:

The 4 Phases of Migraine

Prodrome: Known as the “preheadache” phase, prodrome is when you get clues a migraine may be on the way. During prodrome, you may feel irritable, depressed, have trouble sleeping, yawn a lot, pee more often, and have food cravings. It can last anywhere between a few hours to a couple of days.

Aura: This phase is marked by visual disturbances such as blind spots, blurry vision, or flashing lights. Some people also feel numbness or tingling in parts of their bodies. Not everyone experiences aura, and it typically lasts between five minutes to an hour.

Headache: During the “attack” phase, people often feel throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head, along with a long list of other symptoms (read more about them here). Usually, this phase lasts between 4 to 72 hours.

Postdrome: Once the pain subsides, many people feel exhausted, depressed, and or have lingering neck pain. Research shows that around 81% of migraine sufferers have postdrome symptoms.^[1] So let’s dig a little deeper into what you might experience during a migraine hangover.

What Does a Migraine Hangover Feel Like?

Postdrome earned the nickname “migraine hangover” for good reason. Many people feel completely wiped out during postdrome, much like you’d feel after a night of overindulging.

Here are some migraine postdrome symptoms you might notice:

Feeling tired
Stiff neck
Digestive problems
Nausea
Trouble concentrating
Feeling hungry or thirsty
Moodiness or irritability
Sensitivity to noise or light

As you can see from the list above, some postdrome symptoms are similar to ones you’d feel during an attack. So the lines between these two phases can be blurry.

How Long Does a Migraine Hangover Last?

You’ll be happy to hear, not all that long. According to one study, 93% of migraine hangovers last around a day. And over half of all postdrome phases were over within 6 hours.¹

That’s not to say that migraine hangovers are fun. Clearly, they’re not! But knowing they’re short-lived can help you ride the wave until you feel more like yourself.

Research also shows that the severity of the attack doesn’t affect the length of postdrome. So just because you have an intense attack doesn’t mean your migraine hangover will last longer.

This same study also showed that taking medications during the attack didn’t shorten the duration of the postdrome. But don’t worry – there are some things that may ease your symptoms while you recover.

Migraine Postdrome Treatment: How to Bounce Back

It takes time to recover from a migraine. So be patient and give your body the rest it needs. Once the headache passes, you might be tempted to hop right back to your to-do lists.

But if you overdo it too quickly, you could delay your recovery or even set off another attack. So lay low, get plenty of sleep, and take a day off from work if needed.

Relaxing activities like yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises may also help ease the moodiness and irritability that can come with prodrome. And gentle stretching may help ease body tension and speed up the healing process. Just listen to your body, and don’t overdo it.

Drinking water is also essential during all phases of migraine, including prodrome. So be sure to drink up.

If you experience sensitivity to light during your attack phase, it may linger into prodrome. If that’s the case for you, you’ll want to keep the lights down low and limit your screen time. Electronic devices, while handy, emit blue light and can trigger migraine.^[2]

Also, for some people, caffeine can ease migraine symptoms. Yet for others, it can act as a trigger. You know your body best.

Ice packs, heating pads, hot baths, or massage may also offer symptom relief. Everyone has their own unique combo of tools that work best for them. So experiment until you find what works for you.

How to Prevent a Migraine Hangover

The way to prevent a migraine hangover is the same way you’d prevent a migraine attack – by practicing good headache hygiene!

So here are some lifestyle habits that may help keep migraine at bay:

Get quality sleep

Lack of sleep is a common migraine trigger – so prioritizing good sleep hygiene is key. Need help sliding into sleep easier? Try sticking to a regular sleep schedule – even on the weekends, if possible. Limiting screen time an hour before bed, having a winding down ritual, and getting nutritional support are also good places to start. And for more migraine sleep tips, check out this article.

Eat healthy (& avoid your trigger foods)

Certain foods can set migraine off – especially artificial sweeteners and flavors like aspartame and monosodium glutamate (MSG). Alcohol, aged cheeses, chocolate, and cured meats can also pose problems for some. If you need help identifying your trigger foods, this post may help.

To keep things simple, focus on eating plenty of wholesome foods such as fruits, veggies, whole grains, lean protein, nuts, and seeds.

Manage stress

Stress is the #1 migraine trigger.^[3] So it’s crucial you do what you can to keep your stress in check. Here are some stress-relieving activities to consider adding to the mix:

Meditation
Yoga
Breathing exercises
Spending time in nature
Talking with friends
Playing with a pet
Reading
Gardening
Listening to relaxing music

Exercise regularly

Having a consistent exercise routine can lessen the frequency of migraine attacks.^[4] Exercise also eases stress and improves sleep – both key in migraine prevention. Just be careful not to overdo it, as intense exercise can trigger migraine for some.

Drink plenty of water

Research shows that staying well hydrated reduces the frequency, duration, and severity of migraine attacks.^[5] How much water is enough? Aim to drink about half your weight in ounces per day. But keep in mind – during an attack you may need more.

Know your triggers

You can’t avoid your triggers if you don’t know what they are. Using a migraine diary can help you pinpoint what sets you off – and keep track of which treatments work and which don’t. (Download your free migraine diary here.)

Get nutritional support

Certain nutrients, such as magnesium, feverfew, and riboflavin (vitamin B2) are clinical proven to be beneficial for migraine sufferers. Migrelief’s powerful triple-action formula combines all three, providing potent targeted, nutritional support. To learn more about this unique formula, click here.

If you’re in the midst of a migraine hangover, hang in there. Remember, postdrome usually only lasts around a day. The more you can rest and focus on self-care, the quicker you’ll bounce back and feel like your old self.

^[1] https://n.neurology.org/content/87/3/309.short

^[2] https://academic.oup.com/brain/article/139/7/1971/2464334

^[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8088284/

^[4] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6134860/

^[5] https://www.jocn-journal.com/article/S0967-5868(20)30941-3/fulltext

Act Now Before Your Menstrual Migraines Become Chronic Migraines

Migraines that start around the menstrual cycle can often become chronic. Don’t wait for that to happen. Do not let menstrual migraines become chronic migraines! Studies show menstrual migraines are often more severe, last significantly longer, and are more resistant to treatment than usual non-menstrual migraines. Medications that are currently on the market used to stop migraines can increase the frequency and tendency of migraine attacks, making sufferers more dependent on the medication.

Stopping menstrual migraines BEFORE they occur or reducing the frequency is imperative for restoring quality of life and for avoiding additional health problems.

Learn More About Menstrual Migraine

The quality of life for menstrual migraine sufferers is often significantly diminished, affecting education, careers, and social activities. This can lead to:

Depression
Anxiety
Insomnia

Menstrual-related migraines are different than the usual non-menstrual migraine attacks. According to a study published in the medical journal Cephalagia:

They are typically more severe, last significantly longer, AND are more resistant to traditional treatments
An average menstrual migraine lasts nearly 23.4 hours compared to 16.1 hours for non-menstrual migraines
Menstrual migraines cause more disability and inability to function- interrupting daily responsibilities
Medications used to treat the pain are 50% less effective for menstrual migraines
Even when the pain medication did work, the risk of the menstrual migraine reoccurring was much more likely

When medications don’t work, or the over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications taken to treat the pain work only temporarily, patients take more drugs and get caught up in a vicious cycle of Medication Overuse Headaches (MOH).

According to Stephen Silberstein, M.D., director of the Jefferson Headache Center, professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and one of the most published migraine neurologists in the country, “One of the greatest bugaboos we see every day in headache centers is patients with chronic daily or near-daily headaches, who are overusing medication. It is our most common problem. These patients have often not responded to treatment and in an attempt to treat themselves, actually make the problem worse. This is not addiction or an attempt to get “high”, rather, it is motivated by the patient’s desire to relieve pain and dysfunction.” He added, “Migraine prevention is grossly underused.”

Furthermore, according to Neurologist Jan Brandes, the founder of the Nashville Neuroscience Group, “We’ve begun to see from research that the frequency of migraine attack is linked to permanent changes in the brain, and I think that changes the playing field for patients and those taking care of them. We really need to think carefully about how to control the frequency of attacks and really need to do it earlier rather than later.”

Chronic migraines not only take you away from the life you love, but they can also lead to overuse of side-effect prone drugs, depression, and an increased risk of stroke.

Prescription medications available to treat the pain of migraine come with a long list of side effects with just some including:

Nausea
Fatigue
Depression
Insomnia
Weight gain
Decreased libido
Dizziness
Hair loss

These medications can often leave the sufferer just as unable to function as the pain of the menstrual migraine; therefore, PREVENTION is crucial.

Manage your migraines before they manage you!

Don’t ever underestimate the power of nutrition. Key ingredients shown to make a big difference by nutritionally supporting migraine sufferers include:

Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) 400 mg
Magnesium (citrate and oxide) 360 mg
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) 100 mg

Furthermore, 5 additional ingredients can help balance blood sugar and hormone fluctuations (well-known migraine triggers for some women) include:

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6) 100 mg
Biotin (biotin-d, 15,000mcg) 15 mg
Chasteberry Extract 275 mg
L-Theanine 100 mg
Chromium Picolinate 1,000 mcg

Taking supplements at doses proven effective in human clinical studies is key to reaping their benefits. The above combination of supplements also address the symptoms of PMS and PCOS including:

Cravings	Bloating	Depression	Breast Pain	Difficulty Concentrating
Irritability	Weight Gain	Acne	Infertility	Irregular Menstrual Cycles

MigreLief– Making a Difference

“It is an absolute lifesaver for me! I recommend it to all of my friends who have migraines! ~ Pam K (Facebook Fan)

“I’ve been taking MigreLief for a little over a year now. I just wish I’d found it sooner. I’ve suffered with chronic migraines for 29 years my first being right after my youngest daughter was born. Last year it had gotten to the point I was having migraines that would last for days without end, and I nearly lost my job because of all the work I was missing. I heard about MigreLief from my Neurologist, decided to give it a try, and noticed a difference within the first 4 days. I hated the side effects from all the drugs my doctor had prescribed for me, and I still had migraines. MigreLief has been a life saver for me. It gave me back my life. I love it and I recommend it to everyone who suffers with migraines. The best part is there aren’t any drugs involved.” ~Rita M.

RISK FREE OFFER: We are so confident MigreLief+M will work for you, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee if you try it or any MigreLief product for 90 days (each bottle is a one month supply.) Although many people have experienced positive results in much less time, we recommend 90 days to build blood levels for maximum effectiveness. Nutritional deficiencies, inflammation and vasospasm can independently and together contribute to migraine occurrence, frequency and intensity. MigreLief is a “Triple Therapy” approach to maintaining normal cerebrovascular tone and function by addressing the underlying nutritional deficiencies, and imbalances many migraine sufferers have in common.

MigreLief Facts:

Available in 3 formulas: Original, Menstrual/Hormonal, Children’s
Recommended by neurologists and other healthcare professionals for over 25 years
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Does not interfere with other migraine medications.
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**DISCLAIMER: (MigreLief) is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or illness. Results may vary. Consult your physician before starting any dietary supplement regimen.

Can Brain Freeze (Ice Cream Headache) Stop a Migraine?

There is nothing like a big slushy or a double-scoop ice-cream cone on a hot summer day. But then it hits you: an excruciating headache that feels like you are being stabbed in your temples and right between the eyes – you just got brain freeze.

Brain freeze, also called ice-cream headache, occurs when something very cold comes in contact with your upper palate (aka the roof of your mouth) too fast. While painful and extremely unpleasant, it’s not a serious condition, and it goes away on its own within a few minutes or even seconds.

If you’ve ever had brain freeze before, you probably learned to avoid it at all costs. Eating and drinking cold substances slowly can help reduce your chances of getting it, and drinking some warm water can help you recover faster.

But despite their bad reputation, there may be some upsides to these dreadful headaches. Keep reading to find out how brain freeze may actually be beneficial for treating more severe headaches, and migraines.

Understanding brain freeze

Brain freeze is a common phenomenon that can affect anybody that eats or drinks very cold substances too fast, though people may also get brain freeze from inhaling cold air quickly or after diving into freezing water. Brain freeze is known to start when the cold substance hits the roof of the mouth or the back of the throat and stimulates blood vessels and nerves in these temperature-sensitive areas.

Much like a big gulp of iced coffee on a hot summer day, the medical term for brain freeze can be a mouthful: sphenopalatine ganglioneuralgia. That name means “nerve pain of the sphenopalatine ganglion,” which is a cluster of nerve cells in the parasympathetic nervous system. These nerves are located behind the boney part of the nose and are closely associated with the trigeminal nerve, which is the main nerve that causes head pain and is involved in headache disorders.

There are several theories that explain why painful brain freeze occurs, including a cold sensation causing blood vessels to constrict (tighten) and then rapidly dilate (widen) near the palate and back of throat. This results in a sudden feeling of pain.

Other theories look at the internal carotid artery as potentially responsible for these painful episodes. The internal carotid artery is a branch of the common carotid artery, which supplies oxygenated blood to the head and neck. The internal carotid extends upward through the neck, passes very close to the skin’s surface at the roof of your mouth, and enters the skull to supply blood to the brain’s frontal lobes.

Experts believe that consuming extremely cold substances causes the internal carotid artery to dilate and pump more blood to the brain, probably trying to counteract the cold stimulus with a blast of warm blood. This sudden widening of the internal carotid artery seems to be partly responsible for the brain freeze sensation.

Brain freeze and migraines

Brain freeze was, until fairly recently, just an unsavory side effect of eating ice-cream and other cold treats. But over the past few years, researchers have begun to understand what happens to the brain during these episodes and how they may be related to migraines and other headache disorders.

In a small research study published in the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) journal, 17 participants were asked to self-induce brain freeze by sipping iced water through a straw aimed at the roof of their mouths. Throughout the experiment, the volunteers were monitored with an ultrasound machine that measured changes in their cranial blood flow.

The researchers were able to identify the specific changes and activities before, during, and after an episode of brain freeze and compare them to another group of participants drinking room temperature water in a separate room.

Results showed that participants who drank iced water experienced more brain freeze pain when the anterior cerebral artery (a branch of the internal carotid artery) swelled up and blood rushed towards the brain. The pain decreased as soon as the artery constricted back to its normal diameter.

According to the authors, similar blood flow issues are at least partly responsible for other types of headaches, including migraines and headaches from traumatic brain injuries. If that is the case, new migraine treatments that control blood pressure to and from the internal carotid artery could help ease migraine pain.

There is also plenty of anecdotal evidence suggesting that self-inflicted brain freeze can halt migraines. Migraineurs who vouch for this method report that sucking ice chips, drinking slushies or iced water, or eating ice-cream or popsicles can significantly improve and sometimes even stop migraine symptoms altogether.

So, should you induce brain freeze to get rid of a migraine? It may be worth a try! Brain freeze, while unpleasant, is not dangerous in and of itself. And while more research is needed to understand the connection between cold stimuli and migraines, there is some scientific evidence suggesting a potential scientific link between the two.

Avoid Back to School Migraines | Guide for Parents & Students

Back to school time can literally mean headaches for kids as they adjust from a relaxing summer vacation schedule to a more stringent daily routine. Everybody knows that going back to school can be stressful – different teachers, new friends, and a whole new set of responsibilities can overwhelm even the most confident of kids or teenagers. Parents should be aware that their children are at higher risk for developing headaches and migraines at the beginning of a new school year. As high as 35% of kids can suffer from some type of reoccurring headache, and up to a quarter of those headaches can be migraines. Emotional issues, stress, and sleep issues can cause migraines in these children. As the number of attacks increase, depression and sleep disorders can escalate.

Head pain can range from minor nuisances to extremely uncomfortable, and when they become chronic (constantly recurring), they can take a serious toll on a child’s ability to go about daily life. There are several types of headaches: cluster headaches, tension headaches, sinus headaches, and many more. However, one of the most common (and intense) types of head pain is the neurological disorder migraine.

Migraine in Children is Often Overlooked
While adults typically have one-sided head pain with migraine attacks, children often experience pain on both sjides of the head and the headaches are commonly accompanied by sensitivity to light and sound. Pediatric migraines are usually much shorter in duration than adult migraines making them hard to treat. Sometimes a child will develop a severe headache, stomach pain or nausea, and then vomit and the episode is over. For this reason, parents and doctors alike may misdiagnose migraine as something else.

Migraines don’t just affect adults; some children start suffering from them as early as the age of two, and it is estimated that around 10% of all school-aged kids and teenagers get migraines periodically. Children’s migraines may be more bilateral such as pain across the forehead as opposed to unilateral, one side of the head. The pain may be of shorter duration than an adult’s migraine and less frequent.

Children may also experience abdominal migraines, severe stomach pain without a headache which may or may not be accompanied by vomiting. If you child experiences cyclic vomiting or stomach pain, ask your pediatrician about abdominal migraine. Unfortunately, doctors and researchers are not completely sure of what causes migraine. Migraines are thought to be hereditary. A child with one parent who suffers with migraines has a 50% risk of developing them. If both parents suffer with migraines, the risk increases to 75%.

What Are Migraine Triggers?
While on the surface migraines seem to come out of nowhere, most people can identify at least some of the factors that set off an attack. These factors are called triggers, and they vary from person to person. For some, triggers can be as specific as particular sounds or smells, while for others, their triggers can be extremely common daily events like stress or hormonal changes, and therefore are much harder to avoid.

Learning to identify triggers can significantly reduce both the amount and the severity of migraines as the new school year starts. According to the National Headache Foundation, the amount of migraine and headache-related visits to the emergency room by children between the ages of 5 and 18 increases every year around fall.

As you may have already guessed, stress is one of the main culprits of back to school migraines; children as young as five can feel anxious and overwhelmed about schedule changes, new extracurricular activities, and everything else that comes with the beginning of a new academic year. But stress is not the only factor that can set off migraines on school-aged children and young adults. Other common triggers include:

Sleep deprivation
The National Sleep Foundation recommends that children between the ages of four and 13 get 10 to 12 hours of sleep every night. A good night’s sleep is not only essential for growth and development; it also has been shown that sleep deprivation is one of the most common migraine triggers for both children and adults.

However, more than 90% of high-schoolers and nearly 80% of middle-schoolers start school before 8:30 am. It is also common that teens don’t fall asleep before 11:00 pm, making it harder to get the recommended amount of sleep each night. As if that wasn’t enough, during the first weeks of school, thanks to all the stress and excitement of the new academic year, kids and teens find it even harder to get enough sleep.

Skipping meals
Skipping or waiting too long between meals is also a big migraine trigger for school-aged children and young adults. During the first few weeks of school, as kids settle into their new schedules, it can be easy to skip breakfast or grab a quick snack for lunch, but this could mean bad news for migraine sufferers.

Skipping meals or waiting too long to ear, can cause blood sugar levels to drop too low. This is called hypoglycemia and it usually causes headaches even for people who don’t suffer from migraines. Migraine attacks and headaches caused by low blood sugar levels are usually more painful and can last longer than other attacks. They also tend to be accompanied by blurred vision, nausea, excessive yawning, sweating, and mood swings.

Screen time
It is important to monitor your children’s screen time to avoid migraines and headaches. Most of us have suffered the consequences of spending too much time on the computer or staring at our phones; our eyes hurt, our neck becomes stiff, and almost inevitably a headache creeps in. Migraine attacks triggered by the computer or phone screen are becoming increasingly common now that we spend a good portion of our days on our electronic devices.

Prolonged screen time has been shown to trigger migraines for several reasons: first, fixating your eyes on a monitor for a long time requires effort from both your brain and your ocular muscles, both of which have to work quite hard to keep focused on the screen for an extended period of time.

Also, extremely bright screens can trigger migraines in people who are photosensitive (sensitive to bright lights). Aside from these factors, hunching over the computer, tablet or phone can lead to neck and back pain which can worsen migraines.

Dehydration
Did you know that healthcare professionals estimate that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated? There is a lot of controversy regarding how much water a person should drink; some sources recommend 8 glasses, others have said that the appropriate amount is between 11 and 15 cups, and others assure that drinking 2 to 3 cups of water every hour should be enough to keep you hydrated.

Remind your kids to stay well hydrated. Ultimately, the amount of water people need is based on a variety of factors like their weight, activity level, whether it is hot or cold outside, etc. The best way to avoid dehydration is to keep a water bottle with you at all times and don’t wait until you are thirsty to drink – according to healthcare professionals, once thirst hits you are already dehydrated!

Other common migraine triggers for school-aged children and teens include:

Caffeine
Loud noises
Strong odors
Lunch meats
Chocolate
Salty foods
Alcohol and smoke
Stress
Some types of cheese
Food additives and chemicals (like MSG)
Teeth grinding
Weather changes

Managing Migraines at School
As you may have realized, some of the most common school-related migraine triggers can be hard to avoid. Since there is nothing you can do to control triggers like the temperature outside, puberty and hormonal changes, bright lights in the classroom, and loud noises, managing migraines can become a frustrating task.

The good news is that other triggers like lack of sleep, stress, skipping meals, and dehydration can be prevented by making healthier choices. Here are five tips to keep migraines at bay during the school year.

1. Improve Sleep Hygiene
Even though according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), kids and teenagers could benefit from starting school later in the day both health and academic-wise, most children still have to wake up before 7:00 am to get to school on time. This means that getting enough sleep can be an extremely difficult – if not impossible task for some kids.

But if you suffer from migraines, maintaining good sleeping habits should be just as important as eating healthy or exercising. We recommend getting ready to sleep and practicing good sleep hygiene habits hours before you even go to bed to get the best quality sleep possible.

By limiting daytime naps as much as possible, making sure you don’t consume caffeine or foods that can disrupt sleep (particularly fatty, sugary or rich foods) too close to bedtime, and not bringing your cellphone or tablet to bed, you will be able fall asleep earlier and keep insomnia from triggering a migraine. For the first few weeks of school, try going to bed earlier than usual as that will help you get more sleep in and reduce the stress and anxiety that comes with the new school year.

2. Keep a Trigger Tracker
One of the worst things about migraines is not knowing when they are going to happen. Getting a headache before a midterm, right in the middle of class or during an extracurricular activity can be extremely frustrating. That’s why learning to recognize the factors that set them off is extremely important, and the best way of doing so is with a trigger tracker.

Keeping a trigger tracker is easy; you can use a notebook, a diary or your phone to list anything that was consumed or that happened right before a migraine started. Have your child note, for example, if they were about to take a test when the headache began, or were in the middle of PE; these are all things worth noting. Other important things to include on a trigger tracker or migraine diary are any symptoms that your child felt (auras) leading up to the attack, where the pain was located, the weather that day, etc.

Over time, you will be able to connect the dots and identify some of the factors that may cause or worsen your child’s migraines. Learning to recognize these factors can help prevent future migraines or at least be prepared when it happens. (Downloadable Migraine Diary & Trigger Tracker)

3. Consider Targeted Nutritional Supplement
Targeted nutritional supplements are a safe and healthy option for kids. Different plant extracts, vitamins, and minerals have been clinically proven to be beneficial for adults and children over the age of two with migraines. The following three have scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness:

Magnesium – Several studies have shown that migraines may be partly caused by low magnesium levels in the brain, which is why taking a daily magnesium supplement is so important for kids with migraine. Magnesium has numerous effects that support cerebrovascular tone and function (blood vessels in the brain). 180 mg per day for children and 360 mg per day for adults and teens is recommended.

Feverfew – The herb feverfew is a plant that belongs to the daisy family and has also been shown to be extremely beneficial for adults and children suffering migraines. Feverfew has been known to help maintain normal platelet aggregation (avoid excessive clumping together of blood platelets) and reduce or eliminate vasospasms in the brain’s blood vessels. 50 mg per day for children and 100 mg per day for adults is recommended.

Vitamin B-2 (Riboflavin) – Many migraine sufferers are known to have mitochondrial energy deficiencies before a migraine attack. The mitochondria are the powerhouses of cells. Riboflavin at the correct dose helps maintain healthy mitochondrial energy reserves, also crucial for migraine sufferers. 200 mg per day for children age 2-12 and 400 mg per day for teens and adults is recommended.

Remember, when it comes to taking dietary supplements, consistency is key for migraine sufferers. There is a build-up period of up to 3 months where supplements must be taken every day to experience maximum benefits.

MigreLief – Comprehensive Supplements Created Just for Migraine Sufferers

If your child suffers migraines chronically, consider starting a MigreLief daily (taken 1 caplet in the morning and one at night, everyday)

MigreLief Original Formula (teen-adult) or
Children’s MigreLief (age 2-12)

MigreLief is a dietary supplement that makes a difference through nutritional support by maintaining normal cerebrovascular tone and function, maintaining healthy mitochondrial energy reserves (powerhouses of brain cells) and promoting a healthy inflammatory response. These processes are key to a migraine sufferer’s health and well-being.

Although many people have experienced positive benefits with MigreLief or Children’s MigreLief in under one month, the triple therapy ingredients (magnesium, riboflavin and Puracol™ feverfew) can take up to 3 months for maximum benefits. You should notice it growing in effectiveness over that time period. We suggest keeping the fast-acting formula MigreLief-NOW on hand during the build-up period and taking as-needed for on-the-spot neurological comfort.

June or July is a good time to start the MigreLief nutritional regimen before school starts however it is never too late to start down the right path and give your child a better start in life.

MigreLief dietary supplements are recommended by many pediatric neurologists and headache specialists. It is available in a daily formula and an as-needed formula (MigreLief-NOW) for children age 2-adult.

4. Make a Plan
Once you’ve been able to identify migraine triggers using a tracker or a diary, plan ahead to avoid a ‘surprise’ attack when possible. During the first few weeks of school, help your child to remove any unnecessary stressors from his or her day to day activities; for example, have your child pack his or her backpack the night before so he or she is not running around in the morning looking for supplies – stressing out early in the morning, or as we mentioned earlier, skipping breakfast, are big migraine triggers.

Also, your child should keep emergency snacks in a bag or backpack in case of hunger during the day but remember that fatty or sugary foods sometimes trigger headaches. Some quick snacks that are considered “migraine safe” foods include:

Plain pretzels
Saltines
Bread (white, wheat, rye, bagels, etc.)
Cereal (except sugary cereals or cereals with nuts or dried fruits)
Carrot sticks or other vegetables

5. Reach Out
Suffering from migraines at school can make children feel isolated and different from peers. Sometimes they may choose to avoid hanging out with friends or skip social events because they are concerned about getting a migraine. Many people who suffer from migraines feel lonely and misunderstood because of their chronic pain. To fight those feelings of loneliness and frustration, it is important to encourage your child talk about what they are feeling and to reach out to friends and family members who want to be supportive.

Parents should also talk to the teacher or guidance counselor – more often than not schools offer resources like testing accommodations, screen reading technologies to help with eye strain, photo-sensitivity, and more.

Remember that there are things you can do to keep migraines from controlling your child’s life, like having your child stick to a good migraine prevention regimen including sticking to a healthy sleep schedule.

To the Best of Health,

The MigreLief Team at Akeso Health Sciences

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Migraine Headaches in Children – MigreLief Turning Frowns Upside Down

Parents Choose Children’s MigreLief

Children’s MigreLief is a gentle, and effective nutritional option for pediatric migraine sufferers ages 2-12. It is a the same effective “daily formula” as Original MigreLief (age 13-adult) with ingredient dosages adjusted to meet the needs of children.

MigreLief has been recommended by neurologists, pediatric neurologists, headache specialists and other healthcare professionals for over 2 decades.

One of the hardest things for a parent to do is to see their child in pain. Yet every day millions of parents must watch helplessly as their children suffer from debilitating migraine attacks often accompanied by symptoms of nausea, abdominal pain and vomiting. About one out of every 10 kids, or nearly 8 million children in the United States alone are plagued by what has become the most common acute and recurrent headache pattern experienced by children today.

MIGRAINES BEGET MIGRAINES…
So don’t wait. Give your children the nutritional support they need to make a positive difference in their lives today.

The under-use of migraine prevention was discussed in a recent NPR.org (Nat’l Public Radio) article stating “Researchers are finding that “migraines beget migraines,” therefore the mandate for all patients is clear: Reduce the number of migraines.” Andrew Charles, director of UCLA’s Headache Research and Treatment Program, states “The more migraines a patient gets, the more susceptible they become to having more,” adding that “There seems to be this sort of tipping point where patients go from having episodic headaches to having them really continuously and being in a state of constant sensory sensitivity.” Charles and other researchers are investigating exactly why and how that “tipping point” occurs.Safe, gentle, nutritional option for pediatric migraine sufferers without disruptive side-effects.

Children’s MigreLief Triple Therapy with Puracol™

– Same effective formula as Original MigreLief with ingredient doses adjust to meet the needs of children age 2 through 12.
– Specifically formulated to help maintain normal cerebrovascular tone and function in children who persistent migraine (many migraine days each month).
– Contains three ingredients (a vitamin, a mineral and a plant)- Magnesium, Riboflavin (B-2) and Feverfew
– All three ingredients have been shown in clinical studies to benefit migraine sufferers including children age 2+.

MAINTAINING CEREBROVASCULAR TONE AND FUNCTION
MigreLief’s Triple Therapy with Puracol™ provide 3 mechanisms of action working at the cellular level to address dysfunctional brain processes that can lead to migraines when triggered. These dysfunctional brain processes include:

– Excessive platelet aggregation (clumping together of blood platelets in the brains blood vessels)
– Vasospasms (changing sizes of blood vessels/dilating & constricting)
– Depletion of cellular energy reserves (dysfunctional mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells)

THE MERRY-GO-ROUND OF RECURRING HEADACHES
Many recurring migraine sufferers resort to taking prescription medicines such as triptans when a migraine gets out of control. These medicines are abortive drugs used “acutely.” This means you take them when you already have a migraine you hope to stop. These drugs do not prevent migraines from occurring in the first place.

In fact, not only do they not prevent migraines, the general consensus among researchers and clinicians is that on-going regular use of triptan drugs increase the total number of migraines. OTC drugs containing caffeine such as Excedrin Migraine (acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine) are also notorious for causing rebound headaches if taken too often.

PREVENTION IS KEY
It is far better to nip migraines in the bud as opposed to treating the pain and other symptoms of migraine forever. Knowing your child’s migraine triggers (lack of sleep, certain foods such as aged cheese, caffeine etc.) and avoiding those triggers can go a long way toward migraine prevention.

CHILDREN’S MIGRELIEF INGREDIENTS:

Magnesium (oxide & citrate) – 180 mg/day
Riboflavin (B-2) – 200 mg/day
Puracol™ Feverfew* – 50 mg/day

*Puracol™ is Akeso’s proprietary blend of the plant feverfew, both whole leaf and extract processed to maximize all beneficial phytochemicals

Contains no yeast, milk, corn, wheat, gluten, soy, sodium, salt, sugar, flavorings, preservatives, or artificial colors). Contains NO Butterbur.

NOTE: There are no specific side-effects associated with the ingredients in Children’s MigreLief and childhood use. Dietary supplements of any kind can cause gastrointestinal upset in susceptible users. Riboflavin is a water soluble vitamin and may turn your child’s urine bright yellow. This is normal. MigreLief does not interfere with prescription or OTC medications a child might be taking.

HOW DOES MIGRELIEF WORK?

Magnesium
Magnesium is a nutritional supplement with numerous effects that support cerebrovascular tone.

These include:

1) Inhibition of platelet aggregation
2) Interference with synthesis, release, and action of inflammatory mediators
3) Direct alterations of cerebrovascular tone
4) Inhibition of vasospasm
5) Stabilization of cell membranes

Some migraine sufferers with poor cerebrovascular tone have been found to have low brain levels of magnesium. Recommended daily dosages of magnesium typically range from 200 to 600 mg to compensate for this deficiency, far above what’s found in most multi-vitamins. Several double blind placebo controlled studies have demonstrated that oral magnesium is very beneficial to migraine sufferers.

Riboflavin
Riboflavin (vitamin B-2) is a precursor of flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). This coenzyme is an important component of the electron-transport chain. A deficiency of mitrochondrial energy reserves has been observed in some persons exhibiting poor cerebrovascular tone. This defect may theoretically be corrected by a compound such as riboflavin that improves the activity of the electron-transport chain.

MigreLief provides 400mg of Riboflavin, which is significantly higher than most multi-vitamins or B-complex products. Multiple studies have demonstrated that high dose riboflavin is very beneficial to adults and children suffering migraines.

Puracol Feverfew
Commonly recommended for its ability to support cerebrovascular tone, feverfew (Tanacetum Parthenium) is rich in compounds known as sesquiterpene lactones. One of the more important of these compounds may be parthenolide, which represents 85% of the sesquiterpene lactone content in feverfew. Some scientific studies indicate that while parthenolide may be important there may very well be other phytochemicals in feverfew that are as of yet unidentified and play a role in its effectiveness.

Some studies of extracts of feverfew containing parthenolide yielded no significant benefits. This led researchers to believe that certain of the unidentified phytochemicals may have been left behind during the extraction process. The ideal solution would be a non-extracted feverfew product that naturally contained high levels of parthenolide and kept all of the other naturally occurring phytochemicals as well. For this reason Puracol Feverfew, AKESO HEALTH SCIENCE’S proprietary non extracted plant source for feverfew maximizes all naturally occurring phytochemicals. Studies have shown the benefits of feverfew on long-term cerebrovasular tone in multiple human studies.

TRYING MIGRELIEF FOR THE FIRST TIME? – Don’t give up!

While many people experience benefits as early as 3 weeks, if you are trying Children’s MigreLief (age 2-12) or MigreLief Original (age 13-adult) for the first time, we suggest giving it 3 months which is sufficient time for the ingredients to build up, kick in and do their job. You should notice MigreLief growing in effectiveness over this time period.

MigreLief-NOW: FAST-ACTING MIGRELIEF FORMULA to keep on hand at all times.
While you are waiting form MigreLief (daily formula) to kick in, keep MigreLief-NOW “as-needed” formula on hand at all times and take when needed for neurological comfort. MigreLief-NOW is fast-acting nutritional support for adults and children age 2+ who need help on-the-spot. See back of label for usage by age.

FOR MORE INFORMATION about MigreLief supplements or other Akeso products, visit MigreLief.com

Questions about MigreLief: Email HealthAdvisor@MigreLief.com

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

We are so confident MigreLief or Children’s MigreLief will make a huge difference in your child’s life, we offer a 100% money back guarantee of your purchase price if you are not satisfied for any reason after trying MigreLief for the recommended 90 days.

ABOUT CURT HENDRIX, M.S., C.C.N., C.N.S. – THE SCIENTIST BEHIND MIGRELIEF

All of Akeso’s condition-specific dietary supplements are formulated by migraine supplement pioneer scientist Curt Hendrix, the Chief Scientific Officer of Akeso Health Sciences. The unique and synergistic MigreLief formulation received two U.S. patents with a third patent pending. Curt has dedicated his life to the research and development of safer medicines based on herbal and natural compounds. He was the principal scientific investigator for multiple NIH studies examining natural supplements for Alzheimer’s disease.

Official Website Children’s MigreLief

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WHAT IS RIBOFLAVIN?

RIBOFLAVIN BENEFITS

RIBOFLAVIN & MIGRAINES

Magnesium, Riboflavin and Puracol® Feverfew – Triple Therapy for Migraine Sufferers

Magnesium

Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2)

Feverfew

MigreLief Triple Therapy with Puracol®

4 Nutritional Options for Migraine Sufferers

THE MIGRELIEF NUTRITIONAL REGIMEN FOR MIGRAINE SUFFERERS: HOW IT WORKS:

What is an abdominal migraine?

To avoid headaches and hangovers, try these tips

Stay hydrated:

Take aspirin:

Eat carbs:

Drink caffeine:

Try MigreLief-NOW:

Why Are Holidays So Stressful?

You may be experiencing some of the above stresses, maybe all or maybe more, but despair not! You can effectively cope with the holiday madness with the tips below.

What’s the Link Between MS and Migraine?

Most people with migraine and MS had migraine attacks before their MS diagnosis

What are the Similarities Between MS and Migraine?

Attacks

Triggers

MS triggers include:

Migraine triggers include:

Visual symptoms

Depression is a comorbidity

Why Misdiagnosis Happens

Treatment for MS and Migraine

Avoid triggers

Manage stress

Get nutritional support

Takeaways

Sources

TIPS TO AVOID END OF SUMMER MIGRAINES

What is Postdrome?

The 4 Phases of Migraine

What Does a Migraine Hangover Feel Like?

Here are some migraine postdrome symptoms you might notice:

How Long Does a Migraine Hangover Last?

Migraine Postdrome Treatment: How to Bounce Back

How to Prevent a Migraine Hangover

Get quality sleep

Eat healthy (& avoid your trigger foods)

Manage stress

Exercise regularly

Drink plenty of water

Know your triggers

Get nutritional support

Learn More About Menstrual Migraine

Manage your migraines before they manage you!

MigreLief– Making a Difference

Understanding brain freeze

Brain freeze and migraines

Parents Choose Children’s MigreLief

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

ABOUT CURT HENDRIX, M.S., C.C.N., C.N.S. – THE SCIENTIST BEHIND MIGRELIEF

You may be experiencing some of the above stresses, maybe all or maybe more, but despair not!
You can effectively cope with the holiday madness with the tips below.