Delicious “pure magnesium” recipe to help fight migraine headaches

By Dr. Eric Jackson April 30, 2021

Many migraine sufferers have been found to have low magnesium levels. The Magnesium is an essential nutrient for many of the functions of our body, so it makes sense that when you lack this mineral, you can start to suffer some conditions. In two studies on magnesium supplements they were found to reduce the frequency of migraines.

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Magnesium for migraines

Research shows that people with migraines often have low magnesium levels. Some studies indicate that 200-600 milligrams (mg) of magnesium per day can reduce the frequency of this nutrient.

A 1989 study suggested that low levels of magnesium in the brain is an important factor in the mechanism of migraine attacks.

Magnesium is believed to affect changes in blood vessels in the brain. Supplements of this mineral are sometimes recommended to prevent migraines. They are also recommended for the treatment of acute migraines.

Magnesium may be helpful for menstrual migraines , according to some research. It may be a safer option than powerful prescription drugs.

When given intravenously, it is “possibly effective” for treating migraines, according to the National Institutes of Health.

The problem is, magnesium supplements need to be taken in a specific ratio to calcium. But you can eat more foods that are naturally rich in this nutrient.

Foods that are rich in magnesium

Amount of magnesium per ounce

Nuggets (156 mg per ounce)
Sesame seeds (101 mg per ounce)
Sunflower seeds (37 mg per ounce)
Brazil nuts (107 mg per ounce)
Cashews (77 mg per ounce)
Almonds (76 mg per ounce)
Date (63 mg per cup)
Wheat bran (354 mg per cup)
Oat bran (235 mg per cup)
Dark chocolate (95 mg per 100 grams)
Flax seeds (32 mg per tablespoon)
Molasses (816 mg per cup)

Next up is a snack that packs a lot of magnesium into a small package.

Magnesium pellets to fight migraine

You will need 1 cup of seeds, nuts, and / or bran. Use what you have on hand and whatever you find tastier. Put it in the food processor and process until they have the consistency of coarse sand.

Pour the nuts and seeds into a bowl. Now add 1/4 cup of dates (about 4 or 5) in the food processor and grind. Add 2 tablespoons of tahini , 2 tablespoons of molasses, and mix with the seeds / nuts.

Process until well blended. You’ll know it’s ready when you can reach into a ball of the mixture and not crumble apart. Add more molasses or tahini as needed if your mixture doesn’t stick.

Now form your molasses balls. They should be able to do about 15 of them. Pour about 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder onto a plate and roll the balls in it until coated. Brush off excess cocoa powder .

They’re not pretty. But they taste good. And they are packed with magnesium, an anti-migraine factor. Try to eat well, diet that does not incorporate processed foods, eat more green leafy vegetables, and avoid dairy, flour, refined sugar, soda and coffee.

Other ways to get magnesium in your diet

The best way to get your daily dose of this nutrient is with a healthy diet, as it is found in a wide variety of healthy foods, including:

Green vegetables.
Legumes (peas and beans).
Whole grains (unrefined; magnesium is absent from processed white flour).
Potatoes with skin.
Long grain rice.
Bananas
Yoghurt.
Organic milk.
Water.

By Dr. Eric Jackson

Dr. Eric Jackson provides primary Internal Medicine care for men and women and treats patients with bone and mineral diseases, diabetes, heart conditions, and other chronic illnesses.He is a Washington University Bone Health Program physician and is a certified Bone Densitometrist. Dr. Avery is consistently recognized in "The Best Doctors in America" list.