Is there a link between whole milk and migraine headaches?

Answer 1

Yes, there is a link between migraine headaches and whole milk. Clinical research from The National Headache Foundation suggests that a large percentage of all migraines are directly linked to food allergies or to reactions caused by food additives, particularly certain preservatives and colorings, caffeine, and chocolate.

Many sufferers are allergic to more that one food, and surprisingly the offending allergies are often among the sufferer’s favorite foods. The most common offenders are cow’s milk, eggs, wheat, cheese, and rye, along with benzoic acid (a preservative), and tartrazine (a popular food dye). Other allergens may be hidden in complex foods. For example, two common allergens, corn and brewers yeast, hide in many recipes and even in some vitamin pills.

A well-kept headache diary plays an important role in discovering if dietary allergies may be playing a part in your pain.

Answer 2

There are links between migraines and almost any food or drink. Each individual has different responses. If you want to find out, the only way is to remove the item from your diet if difficult look for substitutes such as soya milk. My personal belief is that stress and/or high blood pressure are major contributors and the food item is only a trigger. Some foods would almost guarantee I'd get a migraine but as soon as I changed jobs and reduced my blood pressure they no longer triggered attacks.

Answer 3

Absolutely! Food allergies can cause terrible migraines. Keeping a headache journal is an excellent idea.