triggers for headaches and migraines

preventing a headache is a lot easier than treating one.

clipped from www.everydayhealth.com Stress Drinking alcohol, and red wine in particular Sensory overload — exposure to lights that are too bright, sounds that are too loud, or smells that are overpowering Dehydration — not drinking enough water Too much sleep or not enough sleep Exercising too rigorously Hormonal changes Not eating frequently enough Smoking Straining your eyes reading or sitting at a computer A difference in your caffeine intake — just skipping your morning cup for one day can cause a caffeine-withdrawal headache Food additives or naturally-occurring substances, including nitrates in processed meats, MSG in fast food and Chinese food, tyramine found in certain aged cheeses and soy-based foods, and the artificial sweetener aspartame