MIGRAINE HEADACHES, HEADACHES

Migraine headaches are a common disorder affecting 15-20% of men and 25-30% of women. 50% of people with migraines have a positive family history. Migraines are thought to be caused by excessive dilation of a blood vessel in the head causing a typical pounding , unilateral (though may become generalized), debilitating headache. Blood vessel instability may be triggered by serotonin deficiency, food allergies, hormonal imbalances, low magnesium levels, and platelet aggregation induced by excess histamine. Migraine attacks are often preceded by psychological or visual disturbances, and may be accompanied by nausea, and gastrointestinal upset followed by drowsiness. Many migraine sufferers have warning symptoms (auras) before pain. Auras typically include blurring or bright spots of vision, anxiety, fatigue, numbness or tingling on one side of the body, or disturbed thinking.

Triggers for migraines may include; alcohol (especially red wine), chemicals, caffeine withdrawal, stress, emotions, hormonal changes, too much or too little sleep, exhaustion, muscle tension, weather changes, glare or eyestrain.

Lifestyles Recommendations:
Consistent sleep pattern
Take breaks when working on computer or other eye-straining activities
Avoid chemical exposures, and perfumes.

Dietary Recommendations:
Avoid all food allergies
Avoid all alcohol especially red wine
Avoid foods that alter vascular dilatation; cheese, chocolate, citrus fruits, and shellfish initially, then slowly try to reintroduce.
Low consumption of red meat, and high intake of foods that inhibit platelet aggregation; vegetable oils, fish oils, garlic, and onions.

Naturopathic Protocol:
Men up to age 40 and post menopausal women: (contains no iron)
Wellness Essentials™ (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Great multi-vitamin with detoxification support (has some AdvaCear®).
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Men over 40:
Wellness Essentials™ for Men (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-vitamins with support for vitality, strength, and stamina.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Women who are menstruating: (Contains iron)
Wellness Essentials™ for Women (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-Vitamins with extra calcium added.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Everyone:
UltraClear Plus pH (MET): Shake 2 scoops of UltraClear Plus pH in 8 ounces of chilled water or juice 2 times daily. Promotes detoxification. Take with Advaclear (MET): 2 capules 2-3 times daily. Supports bifunctional detoxification.
Magnesium Glycinate Plus (IT): 3 capsules with meals 3 times daily.
Grape Seed (PCO) Phytosomes (IT): 1 capsule 3 times per day. Anti-histamine and anti-allergy effects.
Vitamin B-6 (IT): 1 tablet per day.
Riboflavin (B2) (IT): 1 tablet per day.
5-HTP (IT): 2 capsules 3 times per day.
Vitamin C (IT): 1 g 2 times per day.
Feverfew 0.7% (VN): 1 capsule 2 times daily. Migraine prevention.
GingerMax (IT): 1 softgel 3 times per day.

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