Once a migraine takes hold, it's a bugger to relieve. So women doctors offer this additional advice for migraine sufferers in particular. Restock your magnesium . Good food sources of magnesium include green leafy vegetables, legumes, seafood, nuts and whole grains. Regulate sleep patterns.
Circadian rhythms seem to play a part in migraines.
Try to get to sleep and wake up at the same times each day and don't sleep late on weekends. Also, avoid napping during the day, as this may change your circadian rhythms. Give aspirin a chance. An aspirin a day may keep migraines away, suggests Dr. Buring. She conducted a study using low doses of aspirin regularly to prevent migraines.