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MIGRAINESWHAT DOES IT MEAN? WHAT'S CAUSING IT? WHAT CAN YOU DO?
Are you prone to a problem with 'Migraines'?
What Causes a Migraine?A migraine is a recurrent throbbing headache, usually on one side of the head. It is often accompanied by nausea and impaired vision. Migraines develop when there are high levels of undigested toxins (ama) in the blood. These undigested toxins often form as a result of fermentation in the gut, alcohol, drugs, and certain pharmaceuticals. High ama overwhelms the liver, aggravating Pitta and causing excess heat. Irritating foods such as coffee, alcohol, white sugar, and pungent spices also create inflammation and stress the liver.There are many other causes of migraines including allergies, autoimmune disorders, dehydration, stress, and excessively hot temperatures. All of these factors put pressure on the liver and increase liver heat, particularly if there is an electrolyte deficiency or other imbalances in blood chemistry. Inflammation or infection in the sinuses may also cause a migraine. Throbbing migraines are often due to constriction of the blood vessels in the head. Finding the Root CauseAlthough migraines are a primarily hot, sharp, Pitta disorder, they may come from an imbalance in any of the doshas, or gunas. Therefore, it is important to find the root cause of your migraine before attempting a home remedy. To piece together the pattern and find the cause behind your migraine, journal your diet, activity, elimination, emotions, and weather conditions for the 48 hours prior to each migraine. Then, compare your results after 3-5 episodes.As you journal, ask yourself some questions to try and discover what triggered your migraine. How did you feel before the migraine? Were you feeling particularly stressed, agitated, or irritated? When did the migraine start? Where were you when it started? Asking these questions and noticing any warning signs will help you avoid the circumstances that lead to a full blown migraine. Often, various warning signs will appear 24-48 hours in advance of a migraine. Many people experience an aura moments before a migraine. An aura is a sensory disturbance that can include flashes of lights or technicolor spots obstructing peripheral vision. You may also feel more sensitive to light and sound. Seeing an aura is considered a prodromal symptom, or warning sign, that a migraine is coming on. Remedies for MigrainesBright lights and hot temperatures tend aggravate migraines, so taking a break from all screens and lying in a dark room with a cool cloth over your eyes can help provide some immediate relief. Also, remove yourself from direct sunlight if needed and have a glass of coconut water to restore electrolytes. Cumin, coriander, & fennel tea helps gently detoxify and cleanse ama that has accumulated in the blood.Aromatic herbs such as lemon balm have a natural antispasmodic action that reduces colic on the blood vessel. Other antispasmodics that reduce headaches include brahmi, sandalwood, and cloves. Sweet and cooling, licorice root reduces heat and inflammation and supports liver function. A scalp massage with brahmi oil cools a hot and bothered mind, and placing a few drops of brahmi ghee in each nostril can help relieve the pain associated with migraines. To avoid migraines, a Pitta pacifying diet is generally suitable for long term management. Disclaimer: Conditions such as 'Migraines' that cause tissue changes could be serious and should be checked by a medical doctor.
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| BIOCHARACTERISTIC | DO YOU HAVE THIS IMBALANCE? |
|---|---|
| PITTA |  FIND OUTStatus UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Pitta' dosha. |
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
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FIND OUTStatus UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Hot' guna. |
TOXIC
A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.
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FIND OUTStatus UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Toxic' guna. |
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
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FIND OUTStatus UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Pungent' taste. |
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
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FIND OUTStatus UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Sour' taste. |
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FAVOR DIETS, LIFESTYLES & HERBS WITH THESE MEDICINAL EFFECTS
Everything you eat has an effect on your body, which Ayurveda categorizes in a simple and easy way, using biocharacteristics (gunas). Biocharacteristics are qualities (like cold and hot) that describe the effect a food or herb has on your body. Cooling foods like cucumber, decrease metabolism. Heating foods like chili pepper, stimulate your body and increase metabolism. For 'Migraines', you should select foods with the following biocharacteristics. Individual results will vary, based on your body type and the root cause of your imbalance.| GUNA | CONDITION IN YOUR BODY |
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COLD
Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Cold' guna |
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you need to increase Easy to digest foods |
HEAVY
Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Heavy' guna |
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Astringent' taste |
BITTER
Bitter is disagreeable and stimulating rejection, and a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Bitter' taste |
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
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Status UnknownTake these quizzes to find out if you have an imbalance of 'Sweet' taste |
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GENERAL-LAXATIVE
Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...DETOXICANT
An herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.ANALGESIC
Relieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation.NERVINE
Herbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.FLUSHES-SINUSES
An herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.ANTIHISTAMINE
Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system.ANTIMICROBIAL
An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.REBUILD-ELECTROLYTES
Substances that increase your electrolyte balance. Electrolytes help you retain water, keep your palate moist, and truly quench your thirst.REBUILDS-FLUIDS
Herbs or substances that create moisture in the body and increase fluids.HEPATOPROTECTIVE
An herb that is capable of preventing liver damage.MUSCLE-RELAXANT
Herbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.ANTISPASMODIC
Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.WATER
Resembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.ADDRESS ISSUES IN STAGE OF DISEASE 3
MIGRAINES IS IN STAGE OF DISEASE 3 - ATTACKING TISSUEIf you have symptoms in this category it means that your imbalances are becoming stronger and weakening your body's resistance. Most people have a weakness in one or more organs. These areas of weakness are the 'weak link in the chain.' They are first to succumb when an imbalance reaches a tipping point. Repairing imbalances in this category often represent your last opportunity to prevent disease. At any moment, these imbalances could overwhelm weakened tissue and develop into a disease. You may feel pain or discomfort in the weakened area. At this stage you will need to support the weakened tissue with specialized foods and herbs for the weakened tissue.
REDUCE THESE RELATED SYMPTOMS & HABITS
The following symptoms & habits may be related to 'Migraines'. See your quiz results for a computerized assessment of your body type. Please click on the symptoms below to learn more about them.Biocharacteristics of the 8,013 People Reporting Migraines
On average the biocharacteristics of people reporting Migraines were more aggravated than 54% of other symptoms. From the 8,013 people who reported Migraines in this research study of 74,671 individuals, average deviation in biocharacteristic levels were the following:BIOCHARACTERISTIC
AVG CLIENT LEVEL %
%CASES (#)
#IMBALANCE
81.6%
25.1% (2,013)
7,949 have Hot constitution
Toxic Sign
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79.7%
34.9% (2,794)
7,099 have Toxic constitution
Pitta Sign
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79.4%
37.5% (3,007)
10,540 have Pitta constitution
Pungent Sign
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78.8%
23.5% (1,882)
6,802 have Pungent constitution
65.9%
26.6% (2,128)
7,528 have Sour constitution
51.2%
22.7% (1,816)
8,107 have Cold constitution
49.2%
30.4% (2,434)
9,738 have Heavy constitution
49.2%
18.1% (1,450)
7,069 have Gooey constitution
45.6%
25.3% (2,028)
9,391 have Light constitution
43.6%
33.6% (2,693)
12,745 have Kapha constitution
Astringent
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42.5%
20.4% (1,631)
8,068 have Astringent constitution
41.7%
29.8% (2,385)
7,179 have Salty constitution
41.3%
28.2% (2,263)
9,587 have Oily constitution
40.9%
32.3% (2,585)
11,554 have Vata constitution
38.6%
36.9% (2,954)
8,532 have Difficult constitution
38.6%
30.2% (2,416)
9,650 have Sweet constitution
31.9%
26.1% (2,091)
9,009 have Dry constitution
Risk Factors of Migraines
Below you will see general risk factors as well as the greatest risk factors, i.e. those who were also more likely to report Migraines.
Overall, 20.82% of people surveyed in this research study reported Migraines.
SYMPTOM (Cases)
Cases With Both
% Reporting This
Increase from 20.82%
Review These Common Risk Factors
Feel underweight (2358)
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433
18.4%
10% less often
Feel overweight (25362)
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5697
22.5%
10% more often
Hyperactive, quick (19615)
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2292
11.7%
40% less often
Fatigue / tired (16721)
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5169
30.9%
50% more often
162
12.1%
40% less often
6483
24.7%
20% more often
221
48.9%
130% more often
367
46.8%
120% more often
Headache when stressed (11557)
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5302
45.9%
120% more often
Convulsions (156)
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71
45.5%
120% more often
Nerve Damage (293)
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127
43.3%
110% more often
6974
42.4%
100% more often
Fibromyalgia (3094)
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1267
41%
100% more often
884
40.8%
100% more often
Kidney Infection (1649)
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673
40.8%
100% more often
Self Mutilation (1881)
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757
40.2%
90% more often
Sinus pain in forehead (7064)
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2819
39.9%
90% more often
Pressure in eye (2299)
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915
39.8%
90% more often
Dislocated shoulder / ribs / etc (1069)
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422
39.5%
90% more often
Sinus pain in cheeks (4378)
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1723
39.4%
90% more often
Sinus pain around eyes (7066)
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2772
39.2%
90% more often
Guarding area of pain (886)
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345
38.9%
90% more often
74
38.9%
90% more often
Fever (current) (294)
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114
38.8%
90% more often
Joint pain after eating (712)
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276
38.8%
90% more often
Can't afford to buy food (1909)
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733
38.4%
80% more often
Tense or Aching jaw (5411)
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2051
37.9%
80% more often
Endometriosis (2421)
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913
37.7%
80% more often
Frequent Nausea (5021)
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1889
37.6%
80% more often
Pelvc Congestion Syndrome (227)
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85
37.4%
80% more often
Psychiatric Treatment (3639)
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1361
37.4%
80% more often
427
37.2%
80% more often
Blood or pus in mucus (462)
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172
37.2%
80% more often
Strep Throat (1657)
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614
37.1%
80% more often
Weakness / Debility (3964)
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1467
37%
80% more often
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) (4107)
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1516
36.9%
80% more often
Sore eye muscles (2328)
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860
36.9%
80% more often
77
36.8%
80% more often
Chest Pain (2589)
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945
36.5%
80% more often
Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) (2279)
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825
36.2%
70% more often
Pretend Eating / Playing with Food (461)
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167
36.2%
70% more often
Recurrent Vomiting (817)
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295
36.1%
70% more often
Staph infection (1066)
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385
36.1%
70% more often
Tension in eyes (3219)
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1161
36.1%
70% more often
Chronic cough (1911)
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689
36.1%
70% more often
Pale menstrual blood (461)
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166
36%
70% more often
Swollen joints (2624)
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945
36%
70% more often
PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder) (5247)
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1887
36%
70% more often
Cold aggravates pain (5644)
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2023
35.8%
70% more often
Chronic Infection (1413)
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505
35.7%
70% more often
Rheumatic Fever (146)
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52
35.6%
70% more often
Shaky / Jitters (4508)
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1604
35.6%
70% more often
Past physical trauma (5997)
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2133
35.6%
70% more often
Laryngitis (906)
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321
35.4%
70% more often
Prolonged bleeding when cut (Poor clotting) (1259)
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446
35.4%
70% more often
Whooping Cough (232)
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82
35.3%
70% more often
981
35%
70% more often
Ear pain/infection (5405)
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1885
34.9%
70% more often
Mononucleosis (Past) (2257)
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785
34.8%
70% more often
Frequent motion sickness (5275)
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1835
34.8%
70% more often
Panic Attacks / Anxiety Attack (10072)
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3496
34.7%
70% more often
61
34.7%
70% more often
Stomach Ulcer (1449)
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500
34.5%
70% more often
Pain middle back (5054)
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1744
34.5%
70% more often
Poor discernment of temperature (1393)
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479
34.4%
70% more often
Pain upper back (6439)
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2212
34.4%
70% more often
Abdominal pain continuous (1145)
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393
34.3%
60% more often
Hyperparathyroid (166)
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57
34.3%
60% more often
Pain wakes you up at night (1604)
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548
34.2%
60% more often
Manic / giddy (2385)
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815
34.2%
60% more often
Rheumatoid Arthritis (1204)
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411
34.1%
60% more often
Bronchitis (3856)
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1310
34%
60% more often
Dizzy / Light-headed (11401)
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3873
34%
60% more often
179
34%
60% more often
Feel pain more than other people (4736)
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1610
34%
60% more often
Trauma-induced overeating (1603)
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545
34%
60% more often
Tendinitis (2623)
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890
33.9%
60% more often
Ankle pain (4184)
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1420
33.9%
60% more often
Stinging Eyes (2850)
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962
33.8%
60% more often
Detergent allergy (3204)
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1083
33.8%
60% more often
Sinus Infection (5489)
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1849
33.7%
60% more often
Swollen lymph nodes (2365)
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796
33.7%
60% more often
807
33.7%
60% more often
391
33.7%
60% more often
205
33.7%
60% more often
Painful rash (516)
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173
33.5%
60% more often
Under a physician's care (5319)
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1784
33.5%
60% more often
Elbow pain (2565)
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858
33.5%
60% more often
Muscles heavy / tired (6435)
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2151
33.4%
60% more often
Herniated disc / back injury (2846)
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950
33.4%
60% more often
Lungs Irritated / Inflamed (1038)
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347
33.4%
60% more often
Past sexual trauma (8088)
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2690
33.3%
60% more often
Hypoglycemic (2714)
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903
33.3%
60% more often
Heaviness in heart area (2680)
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892
33.3%
60% more often
Frequent Nose Bleeds (1500)
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500
33.3%
60% more often
Bladder / Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) (5020)
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1669
33.2%
60% more often
Kidney / Bladder Stones (1849)
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613
33.2%
60% more often
Even liquid foods aggravate abdominal pain (1126)
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374
33.2%
60% more often
Chronic Peeling (1173)
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389
33.2%
60% more often
Wrist Pain (6041)
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2005
33.2%
60% more often
Neck pain / tension (11737)
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3900
33.2%
60% more often
Complications of Those Reporting Migraines
In this research study, people who report Migraines were likely to report the following:
REPORTS
CASES WITH BOTH
INCREASE
%
NORMALLY
Prolonged bleeding when cut (Poor clotting)
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446
+3.4 times
6%
1.74% (1,259 cases)
Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps
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4134
+2.4 times
52%
21.59% (13,471 cases)
221
+2.4 times
3%
1.25% (452 cases)
6974
+2.1 times
87%
41.51% (16,436 cases)
Fibromyalgia
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1267
+2.0 times
16%
7.84% (3,094 cases)
Headache when stressed
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5302
+2.0 times
66%
32.35% (11,557 cases)
Abdominal surgery
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376
+2.0 times
5%
2.47% (1,336 cases)
Recurrent Vomiting
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295
+2.0 times
4%
2.03% (817 cases)
367
+2.0 times
5%
2.54% (784 cases)
Slow, heavy digestion
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3636
+2.0 times
45%
22.89% (21,898 cases)
Frequent Nausea
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1889
+1.9 times
24%
12.57% (5,021 cases)
Exercise aggravates symptoms
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1686
+1.9 times
21%
11.1% (5,106 cases)
Sore eye muscles
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860
+1.8 times
11%
5.97% (2,328 cases)
Pressure in eye
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915
+1.8 times
11%
6.09% (2,299 cases)
131
+1.8 times
2%
1.11% (429 cases)
884
+1.8 times
11%
6.15% (2,169 cases)
205
+1.8 times
3%
1.68% (609 cases)
Kidney Infection
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673
+1.8 times
8%
4.49% (1,649 cases)
427
+1.8 times
5%
2.82% (1,149 cases)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
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1516
+1.7 times
19%
10.87% (4,107 cases)
Self Mutilation
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757
+1.7 times
9%
5.17% (1,881 cases)
Chest Pain
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945
+1.7 times
12%
6.96% (2,589 cases)
Tense or Aching jaw
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2051
+1.7 times
26%
15.16% (5,411 cases)
Citrus allergy
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204
+1.7 times
3%
1.75% (670 cases)
Sinus pain in forehead
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2819
+1.7 times
35%
20.44% (7,064 cases)
Sinus pain around eyes
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2772
+1.7 times
35%
20.49% (7,066 cases)
Restricting Food Intake
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3834
+1.7 times
48%
28.12% (15,613 cases)
Sinus pain in cheeks
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1723
+1.7 times
22%
12.95% (4,378 cases)
Strep Throat
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614
+1.7 times
8%
4.74% (1,657 cases)
Guarding area of pain
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345
+1.7 times
4%
2.38% (886 cases)
Pain wakes you up at night
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548
+1.7 times
7%
4.18% (1,604 cases)
Immobilized Due to Injury
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1012
+1.7 times
13%
7.8% (3,400 cases)
Staph infection
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385
+1.7 times
5%
3.01% (1,066 cases)
Difficulty expectorating
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459
+1.7 times
6%
3.62% (1,399 cases)
Intestinal colic / spasm / cramping
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1724
+1.7 times
22%
13.28% (5,234 cases)
Morning Sickness
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371
+1.6 times
5%
3.04% (1,146 cases)
PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder)
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1887
+1.6 times
24%
14.64% (5,247 cases)
Dizzy / Light-headed
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3873
+1.6 times
48%
29.32% (11,401 cases)
Stomach Ulcer
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500
+1.6 times
6%
3.67% (1,449 cases)
Even liquid foods aggravate abdominal pain
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374
+1.6 times
5%
3.06% (1,126 cases)
Tension in eyes
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1161
+1.6 times
14%
8.6% (3,219 cases)
391
+1.6 times
5%
3.08% (1,160 cases)
Abdominal pain continuous
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393
+1.6 times
5%
3.09% (1,145 cases)
Gallstones / Attack
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605
+1.6 times
8%
4.95% (1,914 cases)
Pain sudden onset
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1299
+1.6 times
16%
9.9% (3,992 cases)
Pain relieved by doubling over
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831
+1.6 times
10%
6.2% (2,537 cases)
Tonsil Stones
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707
+1.6 times
9%
5.58% (2,415 cases)
Detergent allergy
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1083
+1.6 times
14%
8.69% (3,204 cases)
Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS)
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825
+1.6 times
10%
6.22% (2,279 cases)
Dislocated shoulder / ribs / etc
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422
+1.6 times
5%
3.12% (1,069 cases)
Ear pain/infection
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1885
+1.6 times
24%
14.98% (5,405 cases)
Solid foods aggravate abdominal pain
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467
+1.6 times
6%
3.75% (1,417 cases)
Can't afford to buy food
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733
+1.6 times
9%
5.63% (1,909 cases)
Past physical trauma
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2133
+1.6 times
27%
16.93% (5,997 cases)
Tense muscles when stressed
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2752
+1.6 times
34%
21.33% (9,005 cases)
Anorexia, past or current
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1183
+1.6 times
15%
9.45% (4,050 cases)
Tongue deviates to right/left
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140
+1.6 times
2%
1.26% (484 cases)
Tooth ache
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943
+1.6 times
12%
7.57% (2,997 cases)
Artificial sweeteners
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2153
+1.6 times
27%
17.04% (8,589 cases)
3146
+1.6 times
39%
24.63% (11,384 cases)
Feel pain more than other people
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1610
+1.6 times
20%
12.65% (4,736 cases)
Sharp abdominal pain
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1800
+1.6 times
22%
13.92% (5,537 cases)
Exercising as punishment
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559
+1.6 times
7%
4.43% (2,175 cases)
3823
+1.6 times
48%
30.39% (13,627 cases)
Poor discernment of temperature
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479
+1.6 times
6%
3.82% (1,393 cases)
Swollen joints
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945
+1.6 times
12%
7.66% (2,624 cases)
Kidney / Bladder Stones
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613
+1.6 times
8%
5.11% (1,849 cases)
Nut allergy
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297
+1.6 times
4%
2.56% (960 cases)
Pain upper back
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2212
+1.6 times
28%
17.94% (6,439 cases)
981
+1.6 times
12%
7.7% (2,799 cases)
Soda / corn syrup
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1504
+1.6 times
19%
12.21% (5,096 cases)
Frequent Hiccup
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787
+1.6 times
10%
6.43% (2,477 cases)
Irregular/small appetite
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2950
+1.6 times
37%
23.81% (20,509 cases)
Swollen lymph nodes
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796
+1.6 times
10%
6.44% (2,365 cases)
Weakness / Debility
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1467
+1.5 times
18%
11.64% (3,964 cases)
Chronic cough
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689
+1.5 times
9%
5.83% (1,911 cases)
807
+1.5 times
10%
6.49% (2,397 cases)
Frequent motion sickness
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1835
+1.5 times
23%
14.93% (5,275 cases)
Pancreatitis
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149
+1.5 times
2%
1.3% (498 cases)
Pain middle back
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1744
+1.5 times
22%
14.3% (5,054 cases)
Intermittent abdominal pain
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2099
+1.5 times
26%
16.93% (6,963 cases)
Location of abdominal pain moves
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1656
+1.5 times
21%
13.68% (5,432 cases)
Swollen lymph nodes - neck
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1651
+1.5 times
21%
13.69% (5,244 cases)
Gallbladder Removed
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934
+1.5 times
12%
7.83% (3,116 cases)
Tongue frothy on edges
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213
+1.5 times
3%
1.96% (739 cases)
Stinging Eyes
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962
+1.5 times
12%
7.84% (2,850 cases)
Panic Attacks / Anxiety Attack
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3496
+1.5 times
44%
28.77% (10,072 cases)
Famine / Underfed in Childhood
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617
+1.5 times
8%
5.25% (1,923 cases)
1679
+1.5 times
21%
13.79% (5,086 cases)
Chronic Infection
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505
+1.5 times
6%
3.94% (1,413 cases)
381
+1.5 times
5%
3.29% (1,304 cases)
Clammy Skin
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876
+1.5 times
11%
7.24% (2,812 cases)
Endometriosis
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913
+1.5 times
11%
7.26% (2,421 cases)
Trauma-induced overeating
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545
+1.5 times
7%
4.62% (1,603 cases)
Alternating Diarrhea / Constipation
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2387
+1.5 times
30%
19.8% (7,701 cases)
Past sexual trauma
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2690
+1.5 times
34%
22.46% (8,088 cases)
Shortness of Breath
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2021
+1.5 times
25%
16.54% (6,434 cases)
Burning abdominal pain
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708
+1.5 times
9%
5.97% (2,301 cases)
Shaky / Jitters
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1604
+1.5 times
20%
13.29% (4,508 cases)
Bloody stools
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311
+1.5 times
4%
2.66% (1,021 cases)
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