Given how crippling migraines can be, it can be helpful to recognize and stay away from potential triggers. Some people may find that certain foods or food groups are migraine triggers. On the other hand, some foods may lessen the severity or frequency of migraine headaches.
Although there is no one-size-fits-all migraine diet, people may be able to reduce their migraines by keeping an eye on what they eat. The foods that may prevent, trigger, or relieve migraines are discussed in this blog.
- Kale
Like broccoli and cabbage, kale has a magnesium content of 32 milligrams per cup of chopped leaves. Kale is more fibrous than spinach and has a more complex flavor. It also contains a lot of fiber, essential for a healthy diet. If you enjoy eating your greens raw but find kale too harsh, finely chop the leaves, squeeze in some lemon juice, and let sit for an hour to soften slightly. The kale can then be added to a salad or a quick stir-fry. Kale can be cooked similarly to spinach, added to pasta dishes, or roasted to make kale chips.
- Almonds
These tree nuts are also a great source of magnesium and are convenient for on-the-go eating. Furthermore, they contain a lot of fiber and good fats. Almonds can be eaten raw or roasted, made into almond butter, or used as a milk substitute in cereal or smoothies. Cashews and Brazil nuts are also excellent sources of magnesium if you don’t like almonds. Because nuts are high in calories, be careful not to consume more than a quarter cup daily.
- Spinach
This leafy dark green vegetable has a high magnesium content. One hundred fifty-seven milligrams of magnesium are present in one cup of cooked spinach, making it a simple and excellent place to start when trying to increase your diet’s intake of the mineral. Make sautéed spinach with garlic as a side dish for dinner, toss some baby spinach into your salad for lunch, or add spinach to your scrambled eggs in the morning.
- Avocados
You guessed it; these fruits are green gems high in magnesium. They are also abundant in good fats. Avocados are commonly used in guacamole, but you can also add slices to sandwiches and chunks to salads. Avocado goes well with eggs and gives smoothies a rich, creamy texture.
- Flax seeds
These tiny seeds are an excellent plant-based source of magnesium and Omega-3 fatty acids. Flax seed needs to be ground because the whole grains are inedible. You can purchase flax seed that has already been ground or use a food processor or coffee grinder at home to crush them as needed. Furthermore, 3 grams of fiber, including soluble fiber, are present in one tablespoon of ground flax, which may help to balance blood sugar and lower cholesterol.