Headaches are a problem with a number of people. There are
many different kinds of headaches and range from being infrequent to a persistent
severe problem. They are usually caused
by muscle tension or vascular problems. It is important to try and find out
what triggers your headaches so you can try your best to avoid them.
8 Common Triggers- · Hormonal changes in women
- Fluctuations in estrogen level during their menstruation cycle seem to trigger headaches in many women.
- · Food
- Skipping meals or fasting can trigger headaches. There are also a number of foods that are likely to trigger headaches. Chocolate, red wine or other alcohol, coffee, cheese, soy sauce, aspartame, salty foods, and processed food are all possible triggers for headaches.
- · Stress
- Being over stressed at home or work can cause you to have a headache. Eyestrain caused by overwork can be a trigger as well.
- · Sensory Stimuli
- Bright lights, the sun, loud sounds, or unusual smells also are known as triggers of headaches.
- · Changes in wake sleep pattern
- By missing sleep and not getting enough sleep you are more likely to get a headache. Headaches also can be triggered by getting too much sleep. Sleeping in irregular patterns can interfere with normal eating patterns, causing blood sugar levels to rise and decrease when they should not.
- · Physical Activity
- Intense physical exertion my trigger headaches; however headache pain is not worsened by routine physical activity. Not having any physical activity also can trigger a headache.
- · Poor Posture
- Having poor posture while working or sleeping may trigger headaches. Especially poor posture with your neck and shoulders.
- · Weather
- A change in the air pressure is a common trigger for headaches. This can include changes in humidity levels, temperature, storms, extremely dry conditions, and dusty environments as well as many more.
No comments:
Post a Comment