The best way to prevent migraines is to identify what triggers their onset:
- Stress Exercise, rest, and hobbies can reduce stress. Some children can reduce migraines by learning biofeedback techniques to control stress.
- Good diet Children should always eat three balanced meals, because skipping meals lowers the blood sugar level and can cause migraines.
- Caffeine Suddenly cutting back on caffeine can trigger a migraine, as can drinking too many caffeinated beverages. Cutting back on caffeine should be done slowly.
- Food Certain foods or additives can trigger a migraine in some children, including aged
cheeses, pizza, luncheon meats, sausages or hot dogs containing nitrates, chocolate, yogurt, and MSG. - Sleep Children should have consistent sleep schedules and avoid lack of sleep, which can
trigger migraines. - Hormones Ovulation and menstruation can trigger migraines or increase their frequency.