According to data collected from studies of various cases it appears that
there are a number of factors that can trigger a migraine attack. This
information was gathered over time with various groups of migraine sufferers.
It appears that there is no evidence to prove that these substances and
conditions do trigger off an attack.

By comparing notes with various sufferers one can come to the conclusion that
these factors do have an influence on this disease and by keeping a record of
your own attacks you will with time be able to realise what is affecting you
adversely.
Prevention is better than cure - so if you can prevent these attacks by
watching your diet or stress levels it could be very advantageous for you.

STRESS AND ANY FORM OF ANXIETY - this is probably one of the most important
factors in triggering off a migraine. Many migraine sufferers clench or
grind their teeth in their sleep and this could trigger off an attack. A
device can be made by a dentist to cover the front teeth at night so that the
grinding cannot take place. This will reduce pain in the jaw and could be a
factor to reduce migraine attacks.

POST STRESS - the attack could occur after the stress is over. This is
why many sufferers have attacks once they begin to relax, for example when
they are on vacation or over a weekend.

BRIGHT LIGHTS AND FLICKERING LIGHTS - you do not have to be exposed to bright
or flickering lights for long before you will find that your eyes begin to
ache and you will feel the symptoms of the headache starting

DEHYDRATION - this is an important factor and doctors are realising that this
could trigger off many sufferers migraine

LOUD NOISES - this factor seems to be particularly true when the sufferer is
over tired or anxious

LACK OF SLEEP OR ANY CHANGE IN YOUR SLEEP PATTERN can cause stress and in
turn this will cause an attack

ALCOHOL - moderation in the intake of alcohol is recommended

CAFFEINE - caffeine is not recommended and yet there are sufferers who have
reported that by drinking a cup of coffee when they feel the onslaught of an
attack they can actually ward it off.
There are certain prescription drugs that contain caffeine which have proved
to be beneficial for severe attacks of migraine. You will have to decide for
yourself how this substance reacts with your condition. If you are addicted
to caffeine and you suddenly stop taking it, it could cause you to have a
migraine attack.

MENSTRUAL CYCLE IN WOMEN OR THE USE OF CONTRACEPTIVE PILLS - this can be due
to estrogen levels dropping at this time

CERTAIN ALLERGIES

SMOKING OR THE EXPOSURE TO SMOKE - it is advisable to stop smoking if you are
a smoker and avoid areas where you will be exposed to smoke even for a little
while
SKIPPING MEALS is a huge factor as the blood sugar can drop too low. It is a
good idea to take food supplements and this does help sustain the body if you
have to skip a meal
BEING OVER TIRED - this causes stress

VARIOUS TYPES OF FOOD - in this category many types of food have been
mentioned. There is little or no evidence to prove that chocolate, cheese
and red wine. Smoked fish and peanut butter and various fruits were also
named as causes of migraine. There is no evidence that any of these food
types are the cause of migraine although many sufferers do name them as
culprits.
VARIOUS TYPES OF ODOURS AND PERFUMES

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