Can we prevent headaches?

There are many triggers for headaches, and they vary from person to person. The most common are :

  • Environmental factors: heat, bright light, noise, strong odors, etc.
  • Dietary factors: alcoholic beverages, coffee, fatty dishes, chocolate…
  • Hormonal factors: menstruation, taking the pill, puberty…
  • Psychological factors: stress, anxiety, lack or excess of sleep.

Avoiding these factors can reduce the frequency of attacks. Every time you have a headache, remember to take note of the factors that triggered it, so that you can avoid them in the future.