Love cheese but suffer from migraines? Doctors say it may be connected and advise you to give up your favorite product

If you're a big fan of cheese and often suffer from migraines, then it may be connected. Scientists say that cheese delicacies can cause unwanted symptoms.

To know how it works and what exactly in cheese leads to painful headache, read the OBOZ.UA article.

Why does cheese cause headaches?

The main reason for headaches after cheese consumption is tyramine, a naturally occurring compound found in aged and fermented foods.

How does this substance work? Tyramine causes the release of norepinephrine, which affects the blood vessels of the brain and neurotransmitters, which in turn leads to the persistent painful "throbbing" characteristic of migraines.

What types of cheese to pay attention to?

Not all types of cheese are the same when it comes to triggering migraines. The most dangerous are Roquefort, Gouda, and Stilton. Mozzarella, Swiss cheese, and feta contain moderate amounts of tyramine. And the safest are cottage cheese, cream cheese and ricotta.

Who is at risk?

Migraines will not occur in everyone, only in a certain group of people with a genetic predisposition to food triggers or hormonal fluctuations. In addition, some studies emphasize that women are 3 times more likely to suffer from migraines than men, as cheese exacerbates symptoms during hormonal shifts.

In this case, doctors advise you to review your diet list, remove some types of cheese, or give up this product completely. And if the symptoms persist, consult a nutritionist or neurologist to get individual recommendations for eliminating the provoking factors.

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