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My new web site NaturoBase.com has a lot more information - over 6,000 research studies, etc!
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Information on MigraineDescription Migraines are paroxysmal, usually unilateral, severe headache lasting 2-72 hours, accompanied by gastrointestinal, visual, or other neurological signs, and with complete freedom from symptoms between episodes. Episodes vary in frequency from weekly to less than one per year. Common migraines (without aura) affects 80% of patients, whereas the classic migraine (with aura - consistent warning symptoms before the headache) affects less than 20% of patients. Causes The exact cause of migraines is unknown. Several mechanisms have been proposed, including: Abnormality of serotonin metabolism; Disturbance of regional cerebral blood flow; and Dilatation of scalp arteries. Individual attacks may be precipitated by: Specific foods (chocolate, cheese, smoked meats) or alcohol (red wine); Missing meals; Menstrual cycle or Oral contraceptives; Fatigue or excessive sleep; Excessive or flickering light; or Stress or relief of stress (the "weekend migraine"). Risk factors include: Family history of migraine; Female sex; Young age; and a Personal history of childhood recurrent abdominal pain, cyclical vomiting, or motion sickness. Food additives can produce systemic symptoms (monosodium glutamate); asthma (metabisulfite, tartrazineŅa yellow dye); and possibly urticaria (tartrazine). Aspartame (Nutrasweet) in diet sodas can also cause headaches. Migraines may also be caused by valvular heart disease (mitral valve prolapse) which causes orthostatic hypotension and excess sympathetic tone (catecholamine release). Serotonin metabolism is the focus of recent research. The mechanism is related to episodic reductions in serotonin which causes intracranial arterial vasodilation. Prodromal symptoms may be due to intracerebral vasoconstriction, and some attribute the head pain to substances released by the dilation of scalp arteries. Migraines have been associated with hormonal changes in women. A drop in estrogen levels may precipitate migraine attacks. Menopausal estrogen replacement can, however, both alleviate and contribute to migraine occurrence. Estrogen increases the production of serotonin in the body and also influences the way in which serotonin binds to nerve cells. It is possible, then, that low levels of estrogen, as are seen at the time of menstruation, could cause changes in the serotonin system, followed by headache. Conventional Labs Standard lab tests are used to rule out other causes of headaches. A SED rate will be elevated in temporal arteritis. A complete blood count is ordered if meningitis or encephalitis is suspected. Imaging studies may be ordered to rule out cerebral tumor or vascular malformation. Specialty Lab Tests
Products to consider Natural Therapies Most natural health web sites put a list of herbs, vitamins and nutritional supplements along with citations from scientific studies. Have you found this to be confusing, since there are so many to choose from? A far simpler way is to choose a supplement from the appropriate body system, such as liver support, detoxification, etc. A well formulated supplement works a lot better than separate vitamins and usually costs a lot less. Please call me at (239) 659-2684 if you would like some assistance in choosing an appropriate product. I can't diagnose or treat diseases by phone, but I can assist you in making better choices. I also can send some relevant articles to read. The first ten minutes are free (as long as you purchase from my web site). |
The next step, after you have been diagnosed with a disease, is to find out what is the specific cause, and then choose supplements that address it. Phone consults are my specialty. Please call my at (239) 659-2684 to schedule a consultation.
I recommend that you make an informed choice, and the goal of this web site is to provide you with the information to make a wise choice when it comes to your health and wellness.
As you can see, I don't sell any vitamins on this web site. There are thousands of vitamin stores that will sell you whatever vitamin you want, and many of them offer discounts.
If you are interested in some high-quality basic nutritional supplements, I recommend visiting the Store You will find my recommendations for a multiple, tasty chewable fiber wafers, high-potency probiotics, and fish oils.
Good luck in your journey towards health and wellness!!
Unfortunately, that would be a clear violation of FDA regulations. Also, one of the most important aspect of naturopathy is: "Treat the person, not the disease". This is a profound statement, and many people have spent thousands of dollars on vitamins listed in books or web sites for a specific disease. This is what I call "vending machine medicine". It rarely works! The solution is to find a naturopathic physician, such as myself, to assist you.
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