certain things may trigger migraine attacks in some people. some of these triggers are: certain foods or drinks such as cheese chocolate citrus fruit (oranges grapefruit lemons lime and others) caffeine and alcohol. stress. change in behavior such as too much or too little sleep missing a meal or a change in diet. hormone changes in women such as during monthly menstrual periods. you may be able to prevent migraine attacks or make them come less often if you understand what triggers your attacks. keeping a headache diary may help you identify and monitor the possible triggers that cause your migraine. once you identify the triggers you and your doctor can change your lifestyle to avoid those triggers.
what might trigger a migraine attack?