Headache or migraine is the most common type of disease and never experienced by all people.Many factors that can trigger headaches, such as sinusitis, stress, and mental tension. But, did you know that dietary patterns or certain food consumption also has a great contribution to this condition.
Diet expert Dr. Sunita Dube agree with the opinion that food can trigger a headache. "In addition to the family history with migraine and stress, food may be held accountable by 30 percent as the cause of migraine headaches. However, other conditions, such as hormonal changes, stress, sleep habits, and depression, still has a higher percentage, "he said.
Experts argue, one of the most common reasons cause headaches is the dietary changes suddenly (switch to a diet very low in calories).
"This can lead to headaches, especially if You live on a diet to reduce or eliminate carbs completely. The reason, the brain can only use carbohydrates as fuel, "said Desai, Consultant Nutritionist Niri.
He added, "If you start skipping meals, these conditions will trigger a headache. Even a very low-intake water can trigger a headache. "
The experts concluded that, tyramine (one kind of amino acid) as the main perpetrator cause headaches. Tyramine occurs in some certain foods. It works by reducing the levels of serotonin in the brain and affect the dilation of blood vessels.
The following are some foods and beverages that can trigger headaches with tyramine content in it:
1. alcoholic beverages
Researchers say that red wine contains tyramine. Red wine contains fitomkimia called phenol, which may be a precursor to a major headache. For some people, eating certain types of alcohol can trigger the onset of migraine. Other compounds contained in beer, whiskey, and wine can also deplete serotonin levels (hormones that calms) in the brain which eventually trigger a migraine.
2. Brown
Chocolate can also trigger the development of migraine for containing tyramine. The amount of the consumption of chocolate can also be a problem, because of migraine in patients with high fat diet tends to be more likely to have headache.
3. Coffee
"The coffee is light and addictive substances can improve mental alertness and concentration.Stop drinking coffee suddenly often can cause headaches, irritability, and other symptoms, "said Dr. Nupur Krishnan, a clinical nutritionist.
4. sugar
Natural sugar is important, that is because all plants and animals store energy chemically in the form of sugar. All types of natural sugars have the same energy value, i.e. about 4 calories per gram. Natural sugars are also relatively better compared with sugar or artificial sweeteners.
Desai said, only very few among them who are intolerant to sugar suffered a headache. However, the case number is bigger headaches for those intolerant with the sweetener aspartame. So, if you are indeed often experience headache or migraine due to diet or a diet, you should immediately consult a doctor.
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