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No Brainers- My Headache Hit List
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items As a chronic migraine sufferer (7+ years) here are my tried and true recommendations
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On The Go
Neurologist recommended supplements
At Home
Purse Essentials
On The Go
Things you can bring with you to discreetly reduce migraine symptoms
I love my Loops (very discreet in)! I use these for everything from concerts to dinners to loud classes. These earplugs buffer enough noise to allow me the social interaction migraines sufferers tend to miss out on. I find that I can still hear peopl...
Loop Earplugs
Perfect for reducing eye strain. I wear them when using screens or in bright rooms!
Migraine glasses and sunglasses
Anxiety feeds migraines and this bracelet uses acupressure to reduce it!
Rubber Band Snap Bracelet - Peppermint Scent
I love my peaks dip and chug. I have it in the 24, 32, and 40 oz sizes of the sip and chug model. Owala is great because they offer warranties on the bottle and will replace any broken parts for free. As someone who drinks a lot of water my bottles f...
Owala
Neurologist recommended supplements
Supplements that mimic the benefits of a migraine cocktail
I take these before bed then do a lymphatic drainage massage to help with bloating. Magnesium is also added to my migraine cocktails so my doctor recommended this and other vitamins as an at home “migraine cocktail”
High Absorption Magnesium Citrate 250 mg Softgels
I take 400mg twice a day (morning and night) to help with cellular turnover to reduce migraines per recommendation of my neurologist
Micro Ingredients Riboflavin B2, 400mg, 240 Tablets
I was recommended coq10 from my neurologist to help with electrolyte absorption. It also helps with heart health!
Coenzyme Q10
At Home
More time consuming treatments with big impact
I was prescribed a Nerivio device by my neurologist to treat my migraines by forcing my nerves to relax. However you have to pay for refills so I switched to using my TENS machine. Place on the middle of your bicep and turn the pressure setting up as...
INSMART TENS Unit Rechargeable Muscle Stimulator EMS Dual Channel ...
Perfect for migraines over your eyes. I leave mine in the freezer and put it on any morning I need some TLC
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap Ice Pack Mask
Perfect for any back or neck pain that might be leading to tension headaches!
Heating Pads Neck
Migraines can cause tension in your neck and back. I started adding foam rollers into my stretching routine and felt my tension ease.
Foam Rollers in Sports Recovery, Injury Prevention(1000+)
Purse Essentials
Perfect for an on the go fix for electrolyte imbalances
Flavorless electrolytes perfect for any drink! I add two squirts to my water bottle when my I want to avoid sugary alternatives. Buoy also sells digestion drops to help with any bloating onset by your headaches.
Hydration Drops - Unflavored Electrolytes & Minerals for Any Drink
The perfect fun drink for any migraine days! My favorite is the citrus flavor, it has the perfect sweetness to cut the salty flavor
LMNT products at Target
Can’t say enough good things about this product! I tried this on a whim because the medicine my neurologist prescribed me for nausea made me dizzy. Wish I found this sooner!
Emetrol : Digestion & Nausea Treatments
Perfect size to carry on the go! I add peppermint oil to mine and use it whenever a strong scent triggers a migraine or I get nauseous
Plant Therapy Aromatherapy Nasal Inhalers 3-Pack
I learned from an RN that alcohol prep pads can be used to help with nausea. These are cheaper and more compact alternatives to the peppermint sticks. I also use them to prep for any injection treatments I have.
Alcohol Prep Pads in First Aid(235)