{"id":2176,"date":"2026-06-16T04:30:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T04:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/?p=2176"},"modified":"2026-06-16T04:30:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T04:30:17","slug":"foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods That Trigger Migraine Headaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve ever experienced an intense pain behind your eyes that was followed by a sudden sensitivity to light, you know how disruptive a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/migraine-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>migraine headache<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be. This is not a regular headache that you can just shake off with a cup of tea. A severe episode can leave you stuck in a dark room for hours, feeling completely helpless. While genetic factors play a massive role, what you choose to eat every day acts as one of the most powerful dietary <\/span>triggers for migraines<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying your personal food <\/span><b>triggers for migraines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can give you your life back. When you consume certain items, your nervous system can overreact, leading to sudden swelling in your brain\u2019s blood vessels. While tracking your specific <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/causes-of-migraine-symptoms-and-prevention-in-hindi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>migraine headache symptoms<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps you understand your body\u2019s unique warning signs, cleaning up your kitchen is your best first line of defence. Let\u2019s look at the top ten common food culprits that might be causing your painful episodes.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#10_Common_Food_Triggers_for_Migraines\" >10 Common Food Triggers for Migraines<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#1_Aged_Cheeses\" >1. Aged Cheeses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#2_Processed_and_Cured_Meats\" >2. Processed and Cured Meats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#3_Chocolate\" >3. Chocolate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#4_Alcohol_Especially_Red_Wine\" >4. Alcohol (Especially Red Wine)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#5_Too_Much_Caffeine\" >5. Too Much Caffeine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#6_Artificial_Sweeteners\" >6. Artificial Sweeteners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#7_Monosodium_Glutamate_MSG\" >7. Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#8_Pickled_and_Fermented_Foods\" >8. Pickled and Fermented Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#9_Fresh_Citrus_Fruits\" >9. Fresh Citrus Fruits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#10_Yeasty_Breads_and_Overripe_Fruits\" >10. Yeasty Breads and Overripe Fruits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#Tracking_Your_Migraine_Headache_Symptoms_for_Better_Prevention\" >Tracking Your Migraine Headache Symptoms for Better Prevention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#FAQs\" >FAQ\u2019s<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#1_How_long_after_eating_a_trigger_food_does_a_migraine_start\" >1) How long after eating a trigger food does a migraine start?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#2_Can_drinking_water_help_ease_my_migraine_headache_symptoms\" >2) Can drinking water help ease my migraine headache symptoms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#3_Why_does_red_wine_cause_more_headache_pain_than_other_drinks\" >3) Why does red wine cause more headache pain than other drinks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#4_I_suffer_from_frequent_headaches_Can_I_eat_any_fruit\" >4) I suffer from frequent headaches. Can I eat any fruit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/blog\/foods-that-trigger-migraine-headaches\/#5_Can_missing_meals_cause_bad_migraine_headache_symptoms\" >5) Can missing meals cause bad migraine headache symptoms?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Common_Food_Triggers_for_Migraines\"><\/span><b>10 Common Food Triggers for Migraines<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Aged_Cheeses\"><\/span><b>1. Aged Cheeses<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love eating cheese? If you struggle with a frequent <\/span><b>migraine headache<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you might want to reconsider items like Cheddar, blue cheese, Swiss, feta, and Parmesan. These aged dairy products contain high amounts of tyramine. This specific amino acid forms as protein breaks down over time and causes rapid changes in your blood vessels, acting as one of the top food <\/span><b>triggers for migraines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Processed_and_Cured_Meats\"><\/span><b>2. Processed and Cured Meats<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacon, hot dogs, salami and other deli meats are often filled with artificial preservatives such as nitrates and nitrites. They are added to keep the meat fresh, but they can cause your blood vessels to expand quickly. This rapid growth puts a lot of pressure on your skull and causes excruciating pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Chocolate\"><\/span><b>3. Chocolate<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chocolate is a highly debated topic among medical experts. While many people report it as a direct trigger, researchers believe that a sudden craving for sweet chocolate might actually be one of the early <\/span><b>migraine headache symptoms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Your body craves sugar right before the pain phase begins, making you reach for the very item you blame later.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Alcohol_Especially_Red_Wine\"><\/span><b>4. Alcohol (Especially Red Wine)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A single glass of red wine can trigger an intense throbbing sensation within a couple of hours. Alcohol contains a heavy mix of histamines, tannins, and sulfites. These compounds combine with the natural dehydration you get from drinking, and it creates a perfect storm in your nervous system, a major migraine trigger.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Too_Much_Caffeine\"><\/span><b>5. Too Much Caffeine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine is a double-edged sword. While a small drop of caffeine can sometimes relieve a mild headache, consuming too much of it ruins your internal balance. More importantly, experiencing sudden caffeine withdrawal if you skip your morning coffee is a massive reason your head starts pounding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Artificial_Sweeteners\"><\/span><b>6. Artificial Sweeteners<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you frequently drink diet sodas or eat sugar-free packaged snacks, check the labels for aspartame and saccharin. These chemical sugar substitutes alter your brain chemicals and are widely reported across the globe as direct chemical <\/span><b>triggers for migraines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Monosodium_Glutamate_MSG\"><\/span><b>7. Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MSG is a flavour enhancer heavy in some restaurant foods, some packaged potato chips, canned soups and some savoury snack mixes. It works as a neuroexcitatory agent, which means it overstimulates your nerve cells and can trigger a severe episode with nausea.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Pickled_and_Fermented_Foods\"><\/span><b>8. Pickled and Fermented Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Items like olives, sauerkraut, kimchi, and traditional pickles undergo long fermentation. This means that they are loaded with histamine and tyramine, two major compounds that can cause spasms of the blood vessels in the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Fresh_Citrus_Fruits\"><\/span><b>9. Fresh Citrus Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits are full of healthy vitamin C, but they also contain a compound called octopamine. In sensitive people, this particular compound can trigger a massive histamine reaction, leading to an acute painful flare.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Yeasty_Breads_and_Overripe_Fruits\"><\/span><b>10. Yeasty Breads and Overripe Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freshly baked bakery goods made with active yeast can make you feel dizzy. Similarly, overripe fruits like brown bananas, papayas, and avocados accumulate high levels of tyramine as they sit on your counter, turning healthy snacks into unexpected dietary <\/span><b>triggers for migraines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tracking_Your_Migraine_Headache_Symptoms_for_Better_Prevention\"><\/span><b>Tracking Your Migraine Headache Symptoms for Better Prevention<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone\u2019s body reacts differently to these items. To truly get ahead of the pain, it is highly beneficial to keep a simple food diary. Write down exactly what you eat throughout the day and note down any <\/span><b>migraine headache symptoms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like blind spots, nausea, or neck stiffness that show up later. Pinpointing your exact personal food <\/span><b>triggers for migraines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes it much easier to plan your daily meals without fear.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In chronic <\/span><b>migraine headache<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a steady combination of diet discipline and stress management is important. Cutting out highly processed foods, avoiding chemical additives, and making sure you are well-hydrated can help to significantly reduce the number of your attacks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are trying to figure out what is causing your chronic headaches and you want a personal approach, then getting expert guidance is a great option. You can schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/vopd\/?utm_source=Hiims_doctor_page&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=dr_vopd_booking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>VOPD consultation with the medical team at Jeena Sikho HiiMS<\/strong><\/a>. Our experienced doctors look closely at your lifestyle and guide you toward a natural, holistic recovery plan to live a pain-free life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/vopd\/?utm_source=Hiims_doctor_page&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=dr_vopd_booking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1825 \" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/05\/vopd-new-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"vopd\" width=\"813\" height=\"248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/05\/vopd-new-1-1.jpg 656w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-thane\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2026\/05\/vopd-new-1-1-300x91.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 813px) 100vw, 813px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQ\u2019s<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_long_after_eating_a_trigger_food_does_a_migraine_start\"><\/span><b>1) How long after eating a trigger food does a migraine start?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A flare-up can trigger within 2 to 24 hours after consuming a specific food item.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_drinking_water_help_ease_my_migraine_headache_symptoms\"><\/span><b>2) Can drinking water help ease my migraine headache symptoms?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, drinking lots of water helps reduce dehydration, which is a major trigger for head pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_does_red_wine_cause_more_headache_pain_than_other_drinks\"><\/span><b>3) Why does red wine cause more headache pain than other drinks?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red wine has more tannins and sulphites which are strong migraine triggers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_I_suffer_from_frequent_headaches_Can_I_eat_any_fruit\"><\/span><b>4) I suffer from frequent headaches. Can I eat any fruit?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most fruits are fine, but avoid overly ripe bananas and avocados, and too much citrus fruit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_missing_meals_cause_bad_migraine_headache_symptoms\"><\/span><b>5) Can missing meals cause bad migraine headache symptoms?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping meals can cause your blood sugar levels to fall quickly, and this can easily trigger nerve pain. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve ever experienced an intense pain behind your eyes that was followed by a sudden sensitivity to light, you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2177,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[28,21,30,35,22,20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2176","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-migraine","category-migraine-causes","category-migraine-hospital","category-migraine-hospital-in-mumbai-thane","category-migraine-symptoms","category-migraine-treatment"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>10 Foods That Trigger Migraine Headaches: Common Food Triggers &amp; Symptoms<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover 10 common food triggers for migraines, including cheese, chocolate, caffeine, and red wine. 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