Originally Posted by Vowel Lady

Web MD did an article on headache triggers on Sept. 1. I don't know how to do the link. But if you go to the website, www.webmd.com, you should be able to get it.

Article in a "nutshell"

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Headache Triggers

Yes, your boss really can give you a headache. The
weather and even foods like cheese can bring on
those dreaded headaches and migraines.

Triggers:
Your Boss/stress at work and elsewhere
Strong Scents
Hair Accessories
Increase in Temperature/warm weather
Poor Posture
Various Foods: Red Wine, Cheese, Cold Cuts
Caffeine; used in moderation it "might" be acceptable and sometimes caffeine is used to stop a bad headache or a migraine in conjunction with medication to help stop pain
Skpping meals
Smoking
Intense Exercise (although mild/moderate exercise can be helpful)


The article (more like a slide presentation), says it is best to keep a diary to discover triggers and how to avoid them. Learn to manage stress and carefully watch your diet...avoiding trigger foods.

A suggestion was made to take Naproxen if necessary, to try physical therapy and to explore healthy techniques for coping with stress.