No sleeping in!
During the holidays, we tend to go to bed later and hang out in bed in the morning. Problem : “Those who stay up late accumulate a mini-delay in sleep that changes their serotonin productionExplains Dr Scimeca. This disturbs the internal clock, and can be the gateway to a migraine attack.
The solution: ” Take preventive naps during the day », Advises our expert.
At the table, limit excess
In summer, long live aperitifs with friends and large family meals! But alcohol abuse and an unbalanced diet are contributing factors. “Some migraine sufferers react to foods rich in tyramine: wine, fermented cheese, fish (sardines, tuna, etc.), chocolate, etc., explains our expert. However, these foods cause an “allergic reaction” which affects the arteries of the brain.. “
The solution : “If you drink alcohol, alternate with water to avoid dehydration (which is a risk factor) Advises Dr Scimeca. At the table, take the time to chew well and limit foods high in tyramine. Try to eat a balanced diet, without overdoing it, and don’t skip meals.
Avoid heat stroke
“Heat can trigger migraines, because it promotes dehydration. This phenomenon indeed causes a vascular fluctuation which causes spasms of the arteries of the brain, and therefore migraines.Says Dr Scimeca.
The solution : drink plenty of water, avoid going out during the hottest hours (between 11 am and 4 pm) and the “oven effects” under the parasol. On
the beach, take a regular dip to cool off.
Protect your eyes
“Strong light captured by the retina influences certain neurotransmitters, thus promoting migraine attacks in sensitive people», Reports Dr Scimeca.
The solution: “Wear sunglasses when you go out, this considerably moderates this sensitivity to light», Recommends our expert.
Very soft on sport …
We often take advantage of our free time in summer to get back to sport. Gold, “the body heat produced during exercise is added to the ambient heat, which can lead to dehydration, a risk factor for migraine“. Violent or bad muscle contractions
gestures can also promote seizures in people with fragile necks.
The solution: play sports at the end of the day when the temperatures are cooler. And choose a less violent physical activity (swimming, volleyball, etc.).
