Leftovers
Caffeine
Caffeine Withdrawal
Drinking caffeine can cause migraines by narrowing the blood vessels, but not drinking caffeine can also cause migraines. If you drink caffeine daily, and then suddenly stop, you will feel drowsy, nauseous, angry, and have a killer migraine. You can avoid the withdrawal headache by slowly decreasing your intake of caffeine.
Ponytail
Skipping Meals
Computer Screen
Fluorescent Lighting
Lightning
Perfumes
Red Wine
Cigarettes
Cheese
Air Pressure
Stress
It’s commonly known that stress causes migraines, but you might not know that relaxing after a stressful day can cause migraines, too. Known as a “let down” headache, this happens when the blood vessels expand after being constricted for a long period of time. Manage your stress throughout the day by using breathing techniques and taking breaks when you can.
Change in Hormones
Muscle Tension
Daylight Saving's Time
Aspirin
Genes
Depression
Soda
Stroke
A stroke happens when part of your brain doesn’t get the proper blood supply. One of the signs of a stroke is a migraine that causes weakness, numbness, and vision and speech difficulties. If your migraine persists for more than four or five days, it may be best to seek a medical professional. If you notice other signs of a stroke, go to your nearest emergency room.
Loud Noise
Dehydration
Not drinking enough water will give you a “dehydration headache” from not having enough fluids. The brain will temporarily contract or shrink from fluid loss, which causes the brain to pull away from the skull and leads to migraine pain. Luckily, all you must do to avoid this type of migraine is to drink enough water.
Brain Tumor
Most of the time migraines are caused by relatively benign factors and clear up on their own or with some over-the-counter medication. Sometimes, a migraine is a sign of something more serious, like a brain tumor. Signs your migraine might be more serious is if the pain is new or worse than previous migraines, weight loss, or pain with a movement that you didn’t experience before. Talk to your doctor if your migraine symptoms are worse than normal.
Lack of Sleep
Too Much Sleep
On the other side of sleeping-related pain, sleeping too long or taking naps can also trigger migraines. Too much extra sleep affects the brain’s neurotransmitters and serotonin levels. This can cause you to wake up at bad times, such as in the middle of a REM cycle, leading to migraines. Get a good, consistent sleeping schedule to prevent getting migraines associated with sleeping too much or too little.
MSG
Nitrates
Fake Sugar
Aspartame, saccharine, and other fake sugars found in diet soda (and other desserts) are a triggering factor of migraines. This low-calorie sugar replacement might be the answer to someone looking to cut calories, but it has terrible side effects on your health. Try to stick with natural sweeteners if you're looking to cut calories. Erythritol and stevia can be a better option for those who suffer from migraines.