Health Tip: Help Prevent Childhood Migraines

Have the youngster learn to avoid triggers

Posted: October 2, 2009

(HealthDay News) -- Adults aren't the only ones affected by the often disabling pain of a migraine. Many children and teens also are prone to the intense pounding, occasional nausea and "aura" that warns some migraine sufferers.

While there's no sure way to prevent a migraine, the American Academy of Family Physicians says there are certain things that your child can do that may help:

Eat regularly and don't skip any meals.
Maintain a regular sleep schedule.
Get frequent and consistent exercise.
Recognize what triggers migraines (examples may include stress or overexertion) and try to avoid those triggers.
Identify any foods that may trigger a migraine. Common examples are chocolate, caffeine, cheese and processed meats.
Talk to your child's pediatrician about medication if migraines can't be controlled by other methods.

Childhood Migraines

A great way to help prevent childhood migraines and headaches in general is to not have them start their days off on a sugar rush. Too many children eat sugary cereal, juices loaded with sugar, or even soda. Make them a healthy fruit smoothie, or oatmeal with bluberries, etc. Be sure and also give them a good, healthy multi-vitamin.
Children are becoming obese at an early age. Help them learn how eating healthy can actually be fun and even taste good too.

Randy Elliott of CA @ Oct 27, 2009 02:02:03 AM

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