Some foods are thought to be responsible for triggering a migraine. They include: chocolate, peanut butter, nuts, some fruits (e.g., avocado, banana, citrus fruits), onions, dairy products, baked goods, fermented foods, pickled and marinated foods, foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG) or nitrates (hot dogs, bacon), foods containing the amino acid tyramine (e.g., red wine, aged cheese, smoked fish, chicken livers, figs and some beans).

The best advice for anyone suffering from frequent headaches is to seek medical attention. Headaches can also be signs of other, more serious conditions. If you are diagnosed with migraines, your doctor may prescribe medication to lessen your symptoms or help prevent migraines from occurring. You may also want to try to identify triggers and stresses causing your migraines and work to eliminate them, if possible.