Do you ever skip lunch? Or sleep late on Sundays? You may be setting yourself up for the misery of a head-pounder. Learn about these and other lesser-known factors that can lead to a hellish headache.
Sleeping in
You expect that skimping on shut-eye might lead to a migraine attack—but so can logging too much sleep. Staying in bed longer than you normally do disrupts your circadian rhythm, and migraine-sensitive brains don't relish changes in routine. They do best with a consistent schedule, says Dr. Peterlin, which is why she advises her patients to turn in and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends.
Sleeping in
You expect that skimping on shut-eye might lead to a migraine attack—but so can logging too much sleep. Staying in bed longer than you normally do disrupts your circadian rhythm, and migraine-sensitive brains don't relish changes in routine. They do best with a consistent schedule, says Dr. Peterlin, which is why she advises her patients to turn in and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends.