Can drinking soda help migraines? Doctors reveal whether bubbly drinks cure headaches or not

For the million Americans who suffer from migraines finding effective relief can be a constant struggle leading a multitude of to test out old wives' tales A few claim that applying potato slices to the forehead helps kill the complex headaches while others submerge their feet in hot water in a desperate search for relief Another remedy Sipping soda particularly Coke is noted to cure migraines But does it really work AMERICANS ADVISED TO AVOID COFFEE DURING EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN STATESDr Kay Kennis a general practitioner in England and a trustee for the Migraine Trust pointed out that caffeine is the main substance in sodas that may help specific migraine sufferers The caffeine in Coke can act as a nerve disruptor as a substance that affects nerve activity the expert informed Fox News Digital For certain that disturbance works in a positive way Kennis added There are particular painkillers that people take for migraine that have caffeine - and specific do respond well to that - but we don't fully know why Caffeine can be a trigger for migraines as well declared the professional who advised that too much caffeine consumption can cause a worse situation in the long run WHY RED WINE IS MORE LIKELY TO GIVE YOU A HEADACHEBlake Livingood a practitioner of natural medicine DC based in North Carolina also noted the impact of caffeine during an interview with Fox News Digital Caffeine can impact blood flow to the brain he explained which may provide relief Caffeine can constrict blood vessels and change blood flow to the brain which might help if your headache is related to dilation of those vessels he commented But the idea that soda indeed cures or prevents migraines - no it doesn t Livingood also acknowledged the viral McMigraine remedy that alleges sipping Coke and eating McDonald's fries is an effective resolution If you look at those ingredients - salt caffeine and sugar - they can have an impact on blood flow to the head he noted That s partly why grabbing fries with your soda sometimes seems to help The salt in the fries the sugar and the caffeine combined can change circulation and electrolytes But he declared there are much healthier solutions to get those benefits ranging from fruit to nuts to organic coffee For more Lifestyle articles visit foxnews com lifestyle Organic coffee is a better caffeine source Livingood recommended Watermelon can give you good electrolytes and improve blood flow especially if you sprinkle a little salt on it which also happens to taste great The fitness expert has also seen success in using magnesium to prevent migraines He mentioned electrolytes and sodium are key components in prevention and recovery as well in addition to potassium Livingood also advised migraine sufferers to try mined salt and sea salt instead of regular table salt Any form of salt can impact blood flow and electrolytes but there are better sources he revealed CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Sprinkling good-quality salt on watermelon or nuts or even adding a pinch to your water is a healthier way to get those minerals Norbert Heuser an entpreneur and author of the book Coffee Addiction Caffeinism also informed Fox News Digital he doesn't recommend relying on sugary beverages for migraine relief Migraines are complex and often tied to inflammation dehydration toxins like heavy metals and chemicals or even environmental stressors such as EMF electromagnetic radiation from cell phones WiFi and other sources the wellbeing and wellness advocate noted Heuser added The high sugar content and artificial additives in sodas and vitality drinks can indeed make these underlying issues worse over time It s a quick fix that ignores the root causes and may even fuel them