Found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and certain soft drinks. Caffeine can help or worsen headaches and migraines for different people.
Especially red wine, beer, and spirits. Alcohol is a common trigger for headaches and migraines.
Includes milk, yogurt, ice cream, and aged cheeses like blue cheese, cheddar, and parmesan. Dairy can trigger headaches in some people, especially those who are lactose intolerant.
Present in processed meats such as hot dogs, sausages, and deli meats. Nitrates can trigger headaches in susceptible individuals.
Includes oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits. Citrus can cause an inflammatory response leading to headaches for some people.
Such as aspartame and sucralose, found in diet sodas, processed foods, and baked goods. These sweeteners can be headache triggers.
Tyramine can cause blood vessels in the head to narrow and dilate, leading to throbbing pain. Found in aged meats, smoked fish, and fermented foods like sauerkraut, pickles, kimchi, and kombucha.
Includes foods cooked with onions, green onions, and shallots. Onions can be a headache trigger for some.
ncludes peanuts, walnuts, almonds, and cashews. These can trigger headaches in sensitive individuals.
Found in breads, baked goods, cereals, barley, and rye. Gluten can trigger headaches, particularly in those with gluten sensitivities.