Migraine and the Weather

I rarely get migraines now, but I do know that I’m more likely to get one if a thunderstorm is in the air, then I start to feel better when the “storm breaks”. I found an explanation for this that makes a lot of sense – and a possible solution! Several hours before a thunderstorm, low atmospheric pressure causes the number of positive ions in the air to increase dramatically, to levels that sometimes exceed 5000 ions per cm³. In [...]

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The Reason Alternate Nutritional Supplements Are Essential To Your Overall Health

By Rolf Adams Individuals are now really beginning to take alternative health solutions seriously. Why? You might possibly ask! The correct answer is because they honestly work! There are so many herbs in the world that are classified as wonder solutions of mother nature herself. These herbs have amazing health and well being advantages that have all-natural healing effects, and can be utilized to treat anything from arthritis and inflammation, to reversing your aging. An additional reason why alternative health [...]

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Antioxidants and Migraine

There is much scientific evidence as to the effectiveness of antioxidant supplements in promoting health, particularly as the “ageing” problems start to set in. However, I have now found a scientific study on the use of a pine bark extract and antioxidant vitamin combination product as therapy for migraine patients. This was published in the prestigious, peer-reviewed, scientific journal: Headache 46: 788-793; 2006. Click to read more about the science behind the use of antioxidants, and watch for the paper [...]

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Headache Relief – What Is Triggering Your Headaches?

Most people think of headaches as a disease. As you well know, many of us have to deal with headaches on an almost daily basis. Changing the way you think about your headaches, however, and realizing they are usually caused by something happening in our environment can help you get rid of them if you make the right plan. This should be done by identifying the triggers that could be causing the headaches you are suffering from. If you get rid of those triggers, you can get rid of many of the headaches and you won’t suffer so much any longer.

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Indigestion and Migraine?

Do you find that at some stage in your migraine, you suffer from indigestion, nausea or bloating? If so, I recently stumbled across this website with lots of helpful advice for indigestion and acid reflux sufferers. There’s usually (but not always) an offer of free information that you can download. Visit indigestion remedy now!

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Review of The Migraine Brain by Dr Carolyn Bernstein

A few weeks ago I received a pre-publication copy of The Migraine Brain, by Dr Carolyn Bernstein and Elaine McArdle. Amazon.co.uk Widgets I found this book interesting and easy reading, but packed full of useful information. As well as explaining the mechanisms and chemistry that lead to migraines occurring, it helps migraine sufferers devise their own tailored plan which will reduce the impact that migraine has on their own life, and family life. As well as covering the latest drugs [...]

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MSG in Health Foods

Thanks today to Charlie from http://www.persephones.co.uk for an interesting note in a forum of the professional body we both belong to. Charlie says: “I came across a study done on MSG (monosodium glutamate) and HVP (hydrolysed vegetable protein) a while back when I was trying to find out exactly what HVP is. I was pretty shocked to discover that a whole range of flavors used in health foods and vegetarian alternatives actually contain high amounts of MSG, which is a [...]

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Migraine and Detoxification

Recently I wrote here for you about the health benefits of Chlorella that I had been researching. I use this as a very affordable multi-purpose supplement. I was very excited about the product’s use in detoxification, because I was writing a new ebook for a client. At the time I was unable to give you a free copy as I had granted the supplier a period of exclusivity, but that is now over, and I’m pleased to offer you a [...]

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The Migraine Brain, Dr Carolyn Bernstein

In March 2010 I was contacted via this blog and asked to review a new book, The Migraine Brain, by Dr Carolyn Bernstein and Elaine McArdle. The accompanying pre-publication material explains how this book helps prevent and treat your migraine: Collates the latest research on why you get a migraine Explains how the brain chemistry of migraine sufferers differs, and why migraines occur Interactive approach with quizzes, graphics and fun facts Encourages you to take charge of your own illness [...]

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