It's day 3 of my cycle and so far, I haven't had a menstrual migraine!!! This is almost unheard of.
I had a couple of 'headaches' but they did not turn into full blown migraines as they usually would.
I am very pleased about this, as I have managed to avoid taking a Sumatriptan tablet this month (yay!) and have survived on basic painkillers (ibuprofen, paracetamol etc).
This is good progress.
I can only put it down to the introduction of Magnesium Citrate tablets into my regime, as nothing else has changed.
From the info I have read about the subject, it can take a few months for the body to gain the full benefits of taking the Magnesium Citrate, and so I will need to take it for a while to see if it really is helping, but so far I am rather happy with it!
For the forthcoming month, I am going to:
- continue the Magnesium Citrate
- and also avoid red meat, as I think that may be one of my triggers
Will post my progress
(Also, I'm considering trying an elimination diet sometime in the future, has anyone had any success with it?)
Lou
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Hello Lou I also have suffered from migraines but for over 45 years. You are correct about the calcium but I have found that adding magnesium to that is very important for the calcium to be absorbed properly. Country Life has a great one I use also new doctor has me taking 500mg of B2 every day and it has helped me cut down my pain killers by a third and also has helped the frequency and intensity. I have only been on the B2 for about 3 months but the longer I am on it the more it is helping. I also have a blogspot page for migraines you can find the link if you search for Just Me in blogspot. Congrats on the right step for your pain. Hugz and be safe Darlene
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