Irregular Eating Habits Could Be the Hidden Cause of Your Migraines
- Julian Simpson
- Oct 6, 2025
- 2 min read
Irregular Eating Habits Could Be the Hidden Cause of Your Migraines
The development of various headache types or their progression to chronic forms can be linked to a number of dietary practices and lifestyle choices
Around the world , right now , an active headache is present in 52% of the population
Only 1% of the population never get a headache in their lifetime
90% of the population will have a headache at somepoint this year
You are not alone in this journey , and in this blog we are going to discuss how the way you eat your food may be contributing to your headache
First, lets discuss what a migraine is
Migraine affects more than one billion individuals each year across the world. It is among the most common neurologic disorders, with a high prevalence and morbidity, particularly in young adults and females
Migraine headaches represent a prevalent issue resulting from changes in the brain and adjacent blood vessels, with episodes lasting anywhere from 4 to 72 h
Migraine is linked to a variety of comorbid conditions, including stress, sleep disorders, and even suicidal tendencies
The most often reported migraine triggers are foods and drinks, which frequently include chocolate, cheese, nuts, citrus fruits, processed meats, monosodium glutamate, aspartame, fatty foods, coffee, and alcohol. Fasting or missed meals were more frequently reported as precipitating factors
What happens when you fast and skip meals?
A 2025 study reported that fasting can exacerbate and trigger migraine headaches by reducing brain glucose levels and inducing neuron depolarisation
Migraines are also more likely in those participating in Ramadan due to long periods of fasting
According to the American Migraine Foundation, delayed or missed meals often result in a relative drop in blood sugar, triggering a migraine
What can you do?
Regular and balanced meals are key to preventing migraines, as consistent eating patterns help manage the condition and reduce the frequency and severity of attacks
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Legesse SM, Addila AE, Jena BH, Jikamo B, Abdissa ZD, Hailemarim T. Irregular meal and migraine headache: a scoping review. BMC Nutr. 2025 Mar 26;11(1):60. doi: 10.1186/s40795-025-01048-8. PMID: 40140884; PMCID: PMC11938733.
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