tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post7861951878545545322..comments2023-11-02T05:56:45.303-07:00Comments on Migraine-Free Cooking!: A Place to TalkHeidihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-4581709289182009052022-05-29T05:15:45.922-07:002022-05-29T05:15:45.922-07:00I have found that Winn-Dixie and Publix has their ...I have found that Winn-Dixie and Publix has their own bread brands the wheat brand that does not have the malt barley flourAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-61351710498264966452022-05-29T05:05:45.876-07:002022-05-29T05:05:45.876-07:00My daughter triggers with peanut butterMy daughter triggers with peanut butterAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-82108932457387659222014-12-05T15:37:59.430-08:002014-12-05T15:37:59.430-08:00red dye 40 is a huge trigger for me and for a frie...red dye 40 is a huge trigger for me and for a friend's son. It is in soooo many foods. I recently found out that red grapes are a big trigger for me as well. Of course I have to avoid the more common triggers of caffeine, chocolate, and alcohol. I have found that sleeping propped up on lots of pillows has helped tremendously. I'm down to about 2 bad days a week and that is a huge improvement! My neuro prescribed Maxalt 10 mg. I found that 5 mg works much better because I can still function instead of becoming drowsy. It just became generic. I do not take it more than twice weekly. Showers as hot as I can stand, with the pressure of the water right on my forehead, eyes and neck muscles relaxes me and often alleviates the headache. Eating small ice cubes distracts me and helps manage the pain. Antihistimines and most OTC anti-inflammatories cause next day headaches. I've recently started to question if my deoderant is a culprit. Believe it or not, I'm not a hypochondriac; I'm just trying to have a life without headaches at all. I'm trying to see myself as a detective solving mysteriesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-89268923813525098002014-08-27T16:00:18.991-07:002014-08-27T16:00:18.991-07:00Hi, iam 17 and I've suffered from migraines si...Hi, iam 17 and I've suffered from migraines since i was 8, iam lucky to have 1-2 days pain free a month, I've had to take a year out of college because of how bad iam getting, medications aren't really helping and I have no idea what to eat anymore , if anyone can help please email me - jessshepphard@gmail.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06040888848127729828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-75385486690701430942013-05-24T09:14:20.567-07:002013-05-24T09:14:20.567-07:00I read where you said sugar is definitely not a mi...I read where you said sugar is definitely not a migraine trigger. I have to disagree with that. Sugar is a major migraine trigger for me. I have to avoid sugar like the plague. If I eat anything with sugar in it I get the most excruciating migraine along with the nausea and vomiting. I think everyone is different and you can't say one food is definitely not a trigger.Affiliate Marketinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07279595771508873544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-12167589255080218702013-03-23T09:58:34.064-07:002013-03-23T09:58:34.064-07:00Help! I have almost daily migraines so I'm sta...Help! I have almost daily migraines so I'm starting the elimination diet. But I'm stumped as to what I'm going to snack on that has enough protein to prevent headaches if I'm eliminating cheese, yogurt, nuts, some beans, etc. suggestions??Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10257387032230898964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-13558265445221719192012-10-17T15:10:40.134-07:002012-10-17T15:10:40.134-07:00Heidi,
What bread do you eat day to day? I can...Heidi,<br />What bread do you eat day to day? I can't even find bagels without that barley malt flour. I'd hate to give up bread but, don't want to make my own. I'm thinking if I ate a sandwich several times a week or had toast, that is more than occasional intake. Is there any kind of bread or should I look for a bakery?<br />I guess I could use tortillas and wraps but, not to make yummy garlic bread.... <br />Thanks,<br />Marie<br />BTW - So far, the 123 plan and your cookbook have not disappointed. I'm only about 6 days in so, I am still suffering many monster headaches but, they are diminished from what they were. Miracle.Marienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-49331727269568236482012-08-18T18:40:26.231-07:002012-08-18T18:40:26.231-07:00Hi!
I'm so glad you found Dr. Buchholz's b...Hi!<br />I'm so glad you found Dr. Buchholz's book too. It's great how the information just fits, isn't it? <br />Some deli meats are okay, some are not. If you're not sure, ask the person behind the counter if the meat has nitrates in it, or if you may read the label. Nitrates are the main worry with deli meats. Fresh turkey itself should be okay, so don't worry about your Thanksgiving bird. <br />Don't worry too much about the ingredients in cottage cheese and cream cheese. Just find the best one and eat it. Headache triggers are not allergies (they are not immune-mediated), so we follow the diet to the letter to heal our pain, but if we have a drop of trigger food it's not going to cause a "reaction". We just have to follow it faithfully in the beginning in order to stop the cycle. So, find the best possible cream cheese, cottage cheese and ricotta cheese you can and enjoy them. :) Dr. Buccholz made them allowable for a reason. Sorry to say, but we just can't have cocoa. There are naturally occurring chemicals in cocoa that cause headaches. May I just say I miss it terribly?<br /><br />I hope you do get your life back, and I believe you will. You deserve it!<br /><br />Best,<br />HeidiHeidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-919540294623932112012-08-18T18:24:01.754-07:002012-08-18T18:24:01.754-07:00Hello there,
OTC medication isn't a trigger as...Hello there,<br />OTC medication isn't a trigger as long as it isn't taken more than 2-3 times per week, or for longer than a certain amount of days in a row after trauma (like surgery or an accident). So, I know you have probably already figured this out, but your doctor is correct. You were/are most likely suffering from rebound. What I'm most worried about is what damage the ibuprofen could have been doing to your organs. I hope that you have made it through the rebound tunnel and back into the bright side of life again? I THINK the pain usually only lasts for about 3-14 days (depending on the person) of constant headache, and then just intermittent headaches afterward that become less and less frequent and severe. Can I just give you a big high-five for doing this? It is very hard to do. Only you and your doctor will know how long it will take before you can take something again, but keep in mind that you won't need medicine very often in the near future. <br /><br />As far as Topamax not helping much during rebound, your doctor is correct. You have a great doctor! Hang on to him/her. Preventive medications won't help much if triggers and rebound medication are getting in the way.<br /><br />It sounds like you are on the right track, and I hope things are looking much brighter for you since you posted last. If not, they should be soon.<br /><br />Best wishes,<br />HeidiHeidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-39918989951621457382012-08-02T10:56:13.016-07:002012-08-02T10:56:13.016-07:00Heidi,
So happy to find this site. I recently read...Heidi,<br />So happy to find this site. I recently read Dr. Buchholz's book and thought, this is me! So many of the symptoms were ones that I was experiencing. Because I was not experiencing headaches, nausea or vomiting, I couldn't grasp the dx. My symptoms incl photophobia, sinus pressure, neck issues amd disabling vestibular issues. Now I understand that they are migraine, and I have started his food trigger elimination diet. I have also purchased your book. Thank you! Shopping has become a time consuming and difficult task. Reading and understanding labels is not easy. It's also quite scary to read all the additives, preservatives, etc. Even health food stores incl some of these items. I am determined to get this right however. Some of my questions have been addressed by others. Here's a few more... wild game is a trigger. Is all-natural turkey breast at the deli included? Cottage & cream cheese are ok but I am finding some of the trigger ingred in them. I found cultured organic cream cheese & cottage cheese but cultured items are triggers. Does this incl cultured cr cheese and cottage cheese? Cocoa is out. Is there some acceptable cocoa? Thought you mentioned something but I can't find it now. Just trying to get this right in hopes of eliminating my migraines and getting my active life back. Thnk you, Heidi!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-8246720194732780642012-07-17T19:52:04.218-07:002012-07-17T19:52:04.218-07:00Hi there. I just found your site - I hope it's...Hi there. I just found your site - I hope it's not too late to ask questions, as I see this thread has been going for a while? :) I've read the book several times and am VERY strict with my diet. Even more strict than the book suggests, if you can imagine. :) I did wind up in rebound hell with Advil, even though the book says Advil doesn't cause it. I'm pretty sure, for me, it did. If not, I have no other reason to explain why I've had a migraine every day for 2 months when my diet has been so clean. :( So I've gone cold turkey off of that for one week and hope to see the light at the end of the tunnel soon. If anyone has any experience with OTC rebound and how long it took to get out of it, I'm all ears! I'd love for this suffering to be short lived. OH! And how long must I abstain before I CAN take something for a headache/migraine again someday??<br /><br />I have started taking Topamax as a preventative but my doc said until I can get out of advil rebound, the Topamax probably won't help too much. (I have been taking 12-16 advil a DAY for the last like 2 months... just to make it through each day.) I'm relieved to read on this thread that I can try to add eggs back in! I for some reason thought I had to avoid them, but if you all seem to think they're ok, I'm happy to bring them back. :) I'm going to buy your book as well, thank you for offering this lovely support network! :) - JessAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-38744875225232978952012-05-31T13:51:50.843-07:002012-05-31T13:51:50.843-07:00Hi Karli,
Be more wary of natural flavors in savo...Hi Karli, <br />Be more wary of natural flavors in savory, salty things. It's slightly possible that you may have a headache from flavored beverages, but not likely. Just avoid beverages with triggers that should be avoided like citrus, raspberry, etc. Artificial flavors would not contain tyramine, so artificial lemon flavor for instance, is safe. I hope that helps, and I apologize for the delay in my response.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-21706044093728604482012-05-18T18:53:20.952-07:002012-05-18T18:53:20.952-07:00I'm curious about "natural flavors"....I'm curious about "natural flavors". I'm avoiding everything that has it, but I was wondering about drinks. Buccholz mentions sparkling water or root beer (caffeine free of course) as part of the diet, but I always see natural flavors in the ingredients. I would love to have some lightly flavored sparkling water right now, especially since I'm in the lots of pain stage, and I wonder if because it's sweet it may be ok. <br />P.S. Got your book in the mail!Karlihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16385114566458720681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-74042646171185929442012-04-19T18:55:59.092-07:002012-04-19T18:55:59.092-07:00I welcome comments on this post. No one wants me t...I welcome comments on this post. No one wants me to answer every post, so I love when you give each other advice. However, please don't leave a comment about another website that blatently contradicts advice given in my book and Dr. Buchholz's book, especially the same advice in several places on the same post. This is not helpful to followers of the 1-2-3 Program. Furthermore, these types of comments will be seen as an advertisement and will be removed. Thank you!Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-46167518572257191802012-04-19T18:07:24.012-07:002012-04-19T18:07:24.012-07:00Careful with bananas! They can be a HUGE trigger,...Careful with bananas! They can be a HUGE trigger, they are for me anyway. I had an emergency room migraine once after I ate a bag of dried banana chips. I can eat like 1/4 of a banana on a good day & that's it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-77261107114372592922012-04-09T12:41:17.372-07:002012-04-09T12:41:17.372-07:00Hi About4 weeks ago I started the 123 program. The...Hi About4 weeks ago I started the 123 program. The first 2 weeks were tough, followed by 2 headache free weeks! A first for me in a LONG time. But then another 4 day headache set in. Can anyone tell me if the duration of these spells will get less over time? Am I just being too impatient?? I didn't expect they would suddenly end, but am looking for a better idea of what to expect over the next few months.<br />Thanks<br />JudyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-24204552846859394432012-03-20T10:19:50.735-07:002012-03-20T10:19:50.735-07:00In that case it is probably okay. The problem with...In that case it is probably okay. The problem with buttermilk from the store is that it is aged.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-42791526069376609292012-03-16T12:08:36.897-07:002012-03-16T12:08:36.897-07:00Hi thanks for replying. I am already doing steps ...Hi thanks for replying. I am already doing steps 1 & 3, so I am praying for relief as I continue to follow step 2. I have a question for you about buttermilk. I see its on the list of 'to avoid', but was wondering if fresh, homeade buttermilk is okay. I am starting to make my own butter out of heavy cream (which is okay to eat) and half of it turns to butter and the rest buttermilk. So I wanted not to waste the buttermilk that comes out of it, and use it for cooking. I'm not quite sure why it would be bad if its just from cream. Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-43993265959291228852012-03-07T18:14:56.976-08:002012-03-07T18:14:56.976-08:00I hope I am not the only one who replies to you, b...I hope I am not the only one who replies to you, because I want you to know that this method really does work. Other 1-2-3ers, please chime in! Dr. Buchholz comments in his book (I'm paraphrasing) that it often takes about two to three months to feel TOTAL relief, but that you should start to notice a difference in about two weeks. Keep in mind that you START to notice a difference in two weeks. Part of the reason it takes awhile is because it takes time to get used to the diet. I was just answering an email with many very good questions about the diet itself, because it isn't easy to navigate at first. Our food system is full of processed food, and labels might as well be a foreign language. It takes awhile. It's a lifestyle change just to adjust to the diet, so if I were you, I would definitely give it more than a month. I know it can seem overwhelming and hard to wait, especially when in pain, but nothing else has worked, right? So give this a true chance. And remember, diet is only part of the program. There are three steps, and diet is only part of the second one. Also, keep in mind how much pain you are in. It's not going to be an overnight fix. Your body takes time to heal. Let it do its magic and don't give up on it. I hope that helps.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-46509594825978967962012-03-07T17:52:45.565-08:002012-03-07T17:52:45.565-08:00Hi,
Thanks for all the info here! I need advice...Hi, <br /><br />Thanks for all the info here! I need advice.. I have tried the program about 4 or 5 times now, with no success. I have had a migraine daily for almost two years now, and am soo desperate for relief. I have tried everything, including many neurologists, botox, acupuncture, nerve therapy..and many other things, and nothing is helping. I am on nortriptiline and depacote, but they don't seem to do much either. <br /><br />So the first times I tried it I did it for a few weeks, and I tried it for a few weeks a few other times and a month at the longest. Do you think this was to short to start to get relief? I gave up because I felt no different at all when I did it. Anyone have experience like this, and how long does it take?? The drs don't seem to think it will help much to try again, but they aren't against it. I would do anything, anything to not have a headache 100% of the time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-5833013420038118762012-02-14T11:39:49.253-08:002012-02-14T11:39:49.253-08:00Hi Holly,
I completely understand your situation....Hi Holly,<br /><br />I completely understand your situation. I stopped breastfeeding after just a little while with my second son because I needed to start preventive medication, and I didn't want that to pass through the breast milk. It was one of the hardest things I ever had to do. I guess this is the advice I would give: This is still a very stressful (and joyful) time for you, as your son is still young, so hormones are not the only trigger here. To reduce stress, take some time every day for yourself. Find time to wind down with exercise, as it is as important as rest. Drink PLENTY of water, as the body needs to flush the toxins that have built in your system, and it can't do it without water. You don't want to sweat ALL of those out. Many of them can be released through the bowels with the help of water. The last thing I have to say is, give the diet some more time. It does work. Many people feel better after a couple of months, but some need more time. However, if you aren't noticing any difference at all, it may be time to reevaluate some aspect of the program. You should have noticed some relief by now. But, if you have felt some relief, give it more time. Think of all that your body has been through and how much healing it has to do. It took awhile for me to heal, but I am SO glad I took the time. The diet is a preventive measure in itself. The other piece that has to be in line is medication. So, be sure you have steps 1 and 3 under control also, as well as the rest of step 2. There is hope, so keep it up. I'm healed to the point now that I can eat some of my favorite foods every once in awhile again without incidence. It's so nice. Have faith that you will reach that point too. I hope that helps.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-23716343200084406532012-02-04T10:13:49.401-08:002012-02-04T10:13:49.401-08:00Hi Heidi, Love your cookbook. I am a migraine suff...Hi Heidi, Love your cookbook. I am a migraine sufferer with a seventeen month old son. I have not been able to get my migraines back under control since having him. I quit breastfeeding nov. 15th and have been on verapamil and low dose of nortriptalyne. I am still having an awful time. I have been doing the 123 diet for a couple of month. I just wonder if it is going to be a battle until my hormones go back to normal. Any thoughts? Struggling :) Hollyhollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05548993242874159195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-10463832710814316822011-04-03T18:15:50.275-07:002011-04-03T18:15:50.275-07:00I'm glad you found this site too! I'm so h...I'm glad you found this site too! I'm so happy you read Dr. Buchholz's book. It is eye opening, isn't it? Thank you for writing in, because there are many who don't believe lifestyle change or a book will make a difference for them, but it can! I think we've been handed so many options that don't work, that we are skeptical of anything at all. Your comments are priceless. Thank you, and best wishes.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-72570624700385409842011-03-29T07:20:38.909-07:002011-03-29T07:20:38.909-07:00I am so delighted to find your website! I am near...I am so delighted to find your website! I am nearly finished Dr. Buchholz's book and wanted to know how others were handling the diet. My neuro had recommended the book many years ago and I ignored him. I made some changes in my diet, but did not eliminate caffiene or fast-acting meds. The book was eye-opening! I am adopting the diet and already feel better after two weeks. I was taking Relpax with aspirin or Excedrin or Tylenol-Sinus...whatever worked. I haven't taken anything stronger than aspirin in the past 14 days, and that only once. I am excited to believe this is the real deal! Thanks for the information you are spreading here and for putting the cookbook together (I bought it today). I plan to revisit your site soon!Dee127https://www.blogger.com/profile/02984412406896195726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5679104143117622934.post-73278523297422229892011-03-09T19:28:50.766-08:002011-03-09T19:28:50.766-08:00Hi Vik,
I used to have headaches during and after...Hi Vik,<br /><br />I used to have headaches during and after exercise. Are there added triggers in your life lately that didn't used to be there, or have you increased your workout routine? Vigorous exercise is more likely to induce a headache than mild or moderate exercise. You can take some over-the-counter medication (no caffeine, of course) shortly before you exercise to help prevent this from happening. Just be sure not to take it too many times per week (follow Dr. Buchholz's advice). I hope this helps. Thanks for posting!Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16866998436808795252noreply@blogger.com