It was also found that platelet levels of ionized magnesium were significantly lower in patients who suffer from migraine headaches. A study conducted at the University Department of Neurology in Liege, Belgium postulated the brains of migraineurs were characterized by reduced mitochondrial phosphorylation. Riboflavin could be used because of its potential to increase mitochondrial energy efficiency in the brain. A group of 49 patients were studied who suffered from migraine. Patients were given 400 mg of riboflavin as a single oral dose for at least 3 months.
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The dose is one 50 mg capsule twice each day. The hormone melatonin has been reported to reduce the incidence of migraine attacks and to treat active migraine. The suggested dose is 500 mcg to 10 mg a night for people over 40. Younger people may need only 500 mcg to 1 mg of melatonin every night. Summary Migraine sufferers are finally receiving the attention they have deserved.