Magnesium for Migraine Prevention
When you have migraine attacks, it is tough to use conventional painkillers to deal with them.
Luckily, there are other methods to help ease migraine attacks and symptoms. The ideal medication for migraine prevention would be inexpensive, have no risks, have no serious side effects, and be safe for pregnant women. It’s a little-known fact, but magnesium is a potential remedy for migraines.
Based on research, magnesium is a safe, inexpensive, and well-tolerated choice for preventing migraine signs and symptoms consisting of sensitivity to mild and sound, nausea, visible disturbances, intense headache, and vomiting.
Migraines affect almost 10 million adults in the UK
What is Magnesium?
Magnesium is the second most abundant mineral in your body and can be found in nutrient-dense foods such as nuts, whole grains, and several vegetables and fruits. It helps in the functioning of bones, proteins, and DNA.
Magnesium also makes blood pressure stable, regulates muscle and nerve function, and keeps the heart healthy.
Magnesium Citrate capsules is an easily absorbed form by the body to support migraine reduction
Does Magnesium Prevent Migraines?
Based on several pieces of research, magnesium deficiency can be associated with migraines and headaches. Experts believe that a drop in magnesium levels in your body can cause blood vessels in the brain to constrict—which may result in migraine.
But, how do you know if you are magnesium deficient?
To be honest, there are no obvious signs unless your symptoms are severe such as weakness, fatigue, nausea, and loss of appetite.
People with diabetes, heart disease, alcoholism, and those who are on diuretics are prone to magnesium deficiency.
Magnesium also blocks signals in the brain that often lead to migraines with aura or virtual disturbances.
This is the reason why magnesium is more effective for people experiencing migraines with aura.
Experts believe that magnesium prevents cortical spreading depression (CSD) which provides sensory and visual changes in people who have migraines with auras.
Daily dosage of magnesium has also been shown to prevent menstrual-related migraines. Magnesium also helps in preventing the narrowing of blood vessels caused by the neurotransmitter serotonin.
A number of double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trials have shown that magnesium is efficacious in relieving headaches and have led to the recommendation of oral magnesium for headache relief in several national and international guidelines.
Using Magnesium for Migraines
Magnesium is often taken in the form of a pill to help prevent migraines. It is recommended to take at least 400-600 mg per day. If you are having difficulties absorbing magnesium oxide, some healthcare professionals recommend it be given intravenously 1-2 grams of magnesium sulphate.
Magnesium supplements come in a variety of forms including capsules, tablets, oil sprays, and powders. Powders and capsules are proven to be effective, but be cautious of using topical products that contain magnesium such as lotions, bath salts, and sprays because your skin needs more time to absorb magnesium to be effective.
The American Migraine Foundation recommends taking at least 400-500 mg supplement of magnesium oxide to prevent migraine attacks.
Experts also believe that taking high doses of magnesium—about 600 mg—for at least 4 months is effective in preventing migraines.
Magnesium-Rich Foods
The body absorbs these types of magnesium at different rates. Sinetunes, it may be difficult for the body to absorb magnesium that’s why some people add magnesium to their diet.
The good news is you can increase the magnesium in your diet! In fact, a magnesium-rich diet helps keep you fit and healthy because these foods tend to be high in fiber.
Here are some excellent sources of magnesium:
Whole grains
Almonds
Leafy green vegetables
Legumes
Milk and yoghourt
Cereals
Cocoa
Spices
Avocado
Bananas
Mackerel
Tuna
Magnesium Supplement by Bespoke Biotics
Bespoke Biotics offers a Mag-Shield PRO Magnesium Citrate 500 mg supplement which is easier and faster to absorb compared to other magnesium supplements. One 500 mg capsule provides 150 mg of active magnesium in a highly bioavailable form.
Adults can take 1 to 2 capsules per day. Do not exceed the recommended amount.
Side Effects and Risks
Increasing magnesium levels do not appear to have any serious side effects or risks. However, taking more than the recommended dose of magnesium supplements can cause adverse effects such as vomiting, diarrhoea, bleeding disorders, kidney problems, and cramps.
Avoid taking magnesium supplements if you’re taking a type of antibiotic known as aminoglycosides as this can cause muscle weakness and other problems.
Magnesium can also affect the absorption of antibiotics in the body. Antibiotics should be taken at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after taking magnesium supplements.
Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking a magnesium supplement because high doses of magnesium sulfate may cause bone thinning in the developing fetus.
Natural Supplements for Migraine by Bespoke Biotics
Bespoke Biotics offers natural supplements such as Riboflavin, Coenzyme Q10, and Magnesium that can help treat migraines.
Why Migrasoothe by Bespoke Biotics?
Migrasoothe-B and Migrasoothe-Pro have been exclusively developed by Bespoke Biotics
Unique Formulation - Proportionally compact (Smaller capsules than American-made alternatives)
Fermentically synthesised free form for optimal purity (or Bacterially)
New and improved Biotechnology and metabolic engineering techniques to increase vitamin B2 yield.
Optimised bioavailability for a convenient 1 a dose and fast absorption
Easy to swallow small Capsules
Made in Great Britain in a GMP standard production facility (same grade as pharmaceutical drugs)