How to reduce migraine headaches with good nutrition

Migraine headaches, which are also known as vascular headaches, happen when the arteries in your brain expand and contract too quickly. Migraine headaches cause intense pain in the head and are often triggered by fatigue, stress and food. Learn about improving your diet to prevent migraines in this nutrition how-to video.

Take Action
Avoid MSG
Reduce excessive caffeine
Avoid nitrates from deli meats
Eat 3 to 5 small meals per day

About this Author
Mary Hondros graduated from University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. She currently works as a nutritionist for New Hanover County Schools in North Carolina. Her main focus is to teach children to improve nutritional habits.