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23. Treating Migraine Headaches
with Vitamins and Supplements

Scientists have conducted several studies to prove that specific vitamins and

supplements provide relief from migraine headaches. Many supplements may be
effective as preventive agents but you must only take them under a doctor’s

guidance to ensure the correct dosage of these supplements and ensure there
are no harmful side effects.

Check for any adverse interactions with your regular medicines, before taking

these vitamins.

Here is a list of some supplements that some people believe are useful:

Magnesium, taken twice daily, may help to maintain the flexibility of the blood
vessels and avoid migraines.

You can take Vitamin B to reduce the intensity of the headaches.

Fatty acids like gamma-linolenic (GLA) and alpha-linolenic (ALA) fatty acid

minimize the occurrence of migraine headaches.

You can take l-arginine, useful in the synthesis of nitric oxide that is essential
for proper movement of the arteries.

A combination of calcium and vitamin D may also reduce occurrence of

migraines.

A standard daily multi-vitamin capsule or tablet may be useful.

Vitamin C is present in citrus fruits seems to strengthen the blood vessels. Also,
consuming foods that are rich in bioflavonoids are believed by some to aid the

absorption of Vitamin C.

Some people take fish oil capsules daily and claim that they get relief from
migraine headaches.

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