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-sleep delay that alters 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 excesses
In summer, long live aperitifs with friends and big 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. These foods cause an “allergic reaction” that 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 tyramine-rich foods. Try to eat balanced, without excess, and do not skip meals.
Avoid heatstroke
“Heat can trigger migrainebecause it promotes dehydration. This phenomenon indeed leads to 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 regular dips to cool off.
Protect your eyes
“Strong light picked up by the retina influences certain neurotransmitters, thus promoting migraine attacks in susceptible people“, reports Dr. Scimeca.
The solution: “Wear sunglasses when you go out, it considerably moderates this sensitivity to light», recommends our expert.
Soft on sports…
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 muscle contractions or bad
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 non-violent physical activity (swimming, volleyball, etc.).
