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Migraine, Migraine Go Away

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By Rebecca Duerrwaechter

I haven't written in quite a while because I have been having migraines pretty often. Ever since I was little I would have migraines but as I got older they became fewer and fewer apart. However, starting at the end of last year I started getting them every other day and sometimes every day. I went to the doctor multiple times and tried several medicines but none worked. That is when I tried to see if there was some home remedy that may at least help alleviate some of the pain.

I am happy to report that I am now migraine free (besides one small headache) for 18 days! I don't quite know what helped because I changed a bit in my routine and diet but I am going to keep my changes in place and hopefully my migraines will keep at bay.

Things I changed to help with my migraines:
Completely took out all animal products from my diet.
Upped my water intake.
Started taking magnesium supplements.
Had back and neck massages often.
Tracked my migraines.
Cut down on screen time (Instagram, Facebook, Email, TV, etc.)

If anyone suffers from migraines I would suggest that they download a migraine tracker app. I did and it helped me figure out my triggers, symptoms, and what helped relieve the pain. The app I am currently using is called Migraine Buddy.

Since I haven't had a migraine in a while I have been running more, been doing HIIT, and yoga.

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