Lifestyle Changes for Migraine Patients

Overview
Because there are many factors that contribute to headache disorders, lifestyle changes can impact patient outcomes. Behaviors like getting consistent sleep, eating a more balanced diet and exercising regularly can help reduce attack frequency and intensity. Learn more about lifestyle changes and resources you can offer patients to track their daily activities and utilize changes within their control to start reducing the frequency of their attacks.
Test Your Knowledge
Videos
Explaining the Importance of Routine
SMART Tips for Migraine in Adolescents
Diet and Migraine: A Q&A with Dr. Vincent Martin
News & Articles

Research Summary: Prospective cohort study of routine exercise and headache outcomes among adults with episodic migraine

Research Summary: Stress Reduction for Migraine Management

Maintaining Compassion on Diet-Based Migraine Matters

Sleep, Migraine and Improved Patient Outcomes

Migraine Triggers
Podcasts
Prescribing a Migraine-friendly Lifestyle
Patient Resources

Guide to Managing Migraine at Work

Meal Planning Toolkit | The American Migraine Foundation

Guide to Healthy Sleep | The American Migraine Foundation

Nutraceuticals for Migraine | The American Migraine Foundation

S2: Lifestyle Tips for Migraine by Move Against Migraine: A Podcast by the American Migraine Foundation

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