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×Published: · Modified: by This post may contain affiliate links.These are a few migraine prevention vitamins and treatments that have helped me along my journey to healing. A lot of these natural remedies for migraine associated vertigo and other vestibular migraine symptoms have been a part of my story, even if I don't currently take some of them. This post is always changing depending on new treatments I'm discovering and testing myself.Please always consult your doctor before taking any supplement. This is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice.When I originally wrote this post at the beginning of creating The Dizzy Cook almost 5 years ago, I was at the edge of wanting to start a family. The thought of having a baby when you're dealing with chronic migraine can be overwhelming, but I also didn't want to give up on that dream. Because I knew it would be difficult to start a medication I might have to wean off of quickly due to pregnancy, I pressed my neurologist to focus on a vestibular migraine treatment plan that would have a focus on things I could continue during pregnancy and postpartum.Here’s what I’ve used to keep my vestibular migraine episodes under control.Please consult with your doctor before you begin taking any new supplements. These were specifically approved for me by my OB-GYN and neurologist before I began taking them.Many brands, like the Calm drink you see all over instagram, contain magnesium citrate. If you’ve ever taken magnesium and had an upset stomach after, chances are you’re taking the citrate or oxide version. It has a laxative effect on many people.Taking high amounts of magnesium, like the levels needed for migraine treatment, can sometimes cause gastrointestinal distress. Brands like Calm and Migrelief like to use it not only because it’s fairly well absorbed, but also because it’s cheap and used in some of the initial studies on migraine and magnesium.There are a few other magnesium types that are great for magnesium deficiency and chronic illness. Malate is said to be good for people with fibromyalgia or CFS. For people taking high doses, magnesium glycinate is really great since it is bonded to the amino acid glycine as opposed to citrate which is bonded to citric acid.Glycine itself supports digestive and mental health, as well as having natural relaxing properties. This makes it an optimum form of magnesium for those with migraines or neurological issues. This is a great natural solution for vertigo.Another good option is magnesium threonate, which studies have shown is good for mental clarity, memory, and overall brain health. This one can be a lot more expensive and difficult to find. Pure Encapsulations makes a clean kind called CogniMag. I have ordered the 3 below and found all have great results.&nbsp;CogniMag has been a staple for me for years now and it has helped SO much with brain fog. I find Metagenics makes me a little more sleepy, but more relaxed than Pure Encapsulations. Because of this, I like to take it at night before bed.Where to order:For US residents, take advantage of my supplement store which gives you an amazing discount on all the brands below. You can also order these on amazon at full price..I began my migraine journey with CoQ10 in 300mg, but switched to Ubiquinol under the advice of my Reproductive Endocrinologist when I began fertility treatments. This is strictly from the perspective that it helps with egg quality, however, I found it also helped my vestibular migraine attacks more than CoQ10 did. So if you're not finding success with regular CoQ10, definitely give Ubiquinol a try.Below are some recommendations for CoQ10:For Ubiquinol, I struggled to find a brand without gelatin. Restorative Formulations is the best bet for ingredients and price. Pure Encapsulations is also an option, but just so expensive.Vitamin E - Recently Dr. Beh mentioned in his new book that 400mg of daily vitamin E can be helpful for preventing menstrual migraine attacks. I haven't personally tried this, but it's something to look into.&nbsp;Ginger Turmeric Tea&nbsp;Recipe - When things got really bad, my husband would make me a migraine fighting ginger turmeric tea. What's nice is the flavor is more mild than a prepackaged tea and it's easier on the stomach.Use a turmeric root about the size of your pinky finger and ginger root half the size of what you used for the turmeric. Microplane both into a steeping container. Steep in hot water for 7-10 minutes. You can strain out the little bits and pieces if you'd like. Add a tiny bit of black pepper, which aids in the absorption of the anti-inflammatory curcumin in turmeric, and a little bit of honey to taste.Need something cool? Try my anti-inflammatory smoothie recipe which readers say is the best migraine smoothie! It's been known to bust an attack or bring down pain levels significantly, while being a way to get some food without making you feel more ill.It's not uncommon for vestibular migraine to cause anxiety or sleep issues. I struggled with it heavily after the birth of my son. Studies have shown that tryptophan can help with migraine prevention as well as anxiety relief and sleep.This was a supplement I tried under the advice of my doctor, however, there are some medications it can interfere with. If tryptophan supplements aren't for you, there are ways to incorporate it into your diet naturally through foods like chicken, turkey, cheese, and oats.If you're looking for other treatments outside of migraine prevention vitamins, these are a few options you can add in.&nbsp;I have the same recommendation for chiropractic care.Do your research. Call around and ask if the chiropractor is experienced with migraines. Some neurology clinics even have chiropractic care available as an affiliate or on-staff. I saw a larger improvement using massage therapy for migraine over chiropractic care, but these things can be entirely personal.Eventually I'll find my perfect fit. Just call me Goldilocks over here with the prenatals!For a general multivitamin, I recommend Pure Encapsulations ONE.Let me know if you have other natural treatments that have worked well for you!This post was updated on August 6, 2020 with new information on brands I currently love. It was updated again in October 2021 to reflect new additions to supplements like tryptophan. Please note some of the links above are affiliate links, but they are also everything I actually use daily (except for some of the UK only brands).« Vegan Falafels + Why Dried Chickpeas Are Worth the EffortRoasted Lamb Chops with Mint Goat Cheese »Thank you so much for creating this site. My situation sounds very similar to yours, from the ER vertigo visit, to the daily struggle to work and live my life and take care of my kids. I'm only 2 months in since the initial event and have been passed from doctor to doctor with no diagnosis. I've finally been referred to a neurologist and am hoping for help. Your site provides good guidance for what I need to talk about when I see him. My MRI's have been clear, but I do have a downbeat nystagmus that seems to throw the Drs off and makes my world feel very bouncy. I am desperate at this point, so the supplement list is very much appreciated. I'm hoping to get back to a normal life that I can enjoy again soon, though it sounds like a long, life changing process. Just wanted to say that I appreciate you having a voice on the subject. Its been enlightening.ReplyDear Alicia,I want to say "Thank you" for sharing your story, that is very similar to mine.It feels lonely because it's hard for people to understand how it feels to leave in a world that is constantly moving, swinging, where you don't feel safe.I also have had to almost every doctor in town and all my test are fine, finally, a neurologist diagnosed VM, and put me on medication.Still, I have episodes that can last for days.I haven't been able to take my life back.Reading your blog, I find hope. That's exactly what I needed, thank you.I'm surprised that none of the doctors here, in Switzerland, have mention supplements or lifestyle changes, I will take care of that immediately. And will follow the diet recommendations.ReplyCan you list the supplements you take daily along with the dosages for each one please?ReplyCan you list the supplements you take daily along with the dosages for each one please?Reply« Older CommentsSubscribe for new recipes, tips, and discounts.Subscribe for new recipes, tips, and discounts.

×Published: · Modified: by This post may contain affiliate links.These are a few migraine prevention vitamins and treatments that have helped me along my journey to healing. A lot of these natural remedies for migraine associated vertigo and other vestibular migraine symptoms have been a part of my story, even if I don't currently take some of them. This post is always changing depending on new treatments I'm discovering and testing myself.Please always consult your doctor before taking any supplement. This is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice.When I originally wrote this post...

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