Can MTE’s Adaptogens Help Ease Migraines and Reduce Triggers?

Wake up, get stressed, migraine hits. Sound familiar?

That’s because stress is one of the most common migraine triggers. In fact, it often only takes one hectic meeting, an incoming deadline, or everyday chaos to set off that familiar pounding in your head.

The worst thing is that you can’t really avoid stress. And sure, you can pop a painkiller, but that’s just a band-aid for the real problem. Without addressing the cause, migraines keep coming back.

So, how do you address the problem if stress is inevitable? 

A good way is to use adaptogens, which help our bodies respond better to stress. When our systems can handle pressure more effectively, it’s less likely that tension will escalate into a migraine. 

Let’s explore why migraines happen and how MTE’s adaptogens can help manage the triggers.

What Are Migraines?

Migraines are a neurological condition that causes intense pain, usually on one side of the head. They can last anywhere from a few minutes to several days and are more than just a bad headache. In fact, they often come with additional symptoms like sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, or vomiting. 

A migraine attack can be so bad that it makes it impossible to concentrate, work, or even move around nearly impossible. 

Migraines affect millions of people worldwide and can range from infrequent, mild episodes to chronic, life-altering conditions. In the US, researchers estimate that one in six adults suffers from migraines.

So, why do people get migraines, and what’s really going on in our throbbing heads?

Why Do People Get Migraines?

With migraines being so common, we must know a lot about them, right? RIGHT?

Well, not really. Despite affecting millions, migraines remain a bit of a mystery.

We do know that genetic, environmental, and neurological factors contribute to migraines. In other words, it’s not just one thing that causes a migraine, it’s a combination of factors.

One of the leading theories is that migraines are linked to changes in brain activity that affect blood flow and nerve signaling. When specific triggers set off this chain reaction, your brain releases chemicals that cause inflammation and make the blood vessels around your brain swell. This is what leads to that intense, throbbing headache. 

What Are the Most Common Migraine Triggers?

If you suffer from migraines, you’ve probably noticed that certain things can set them off. And while everyone’s triggers are a little different, there are some usual suspects that seem to affect most migraine sufferers:

• Stress – Stress causes your body to release chemicals like cortisol and adrenaline, which tighten blood vessels and increase inflammation.
• Hormonal changes – Fluctuations in estrogen, particularly during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, can disrupt the brain’s chemical balance.
• Lack of sleep – When you don’t get enough rest, it can lead to changes in brain function and make you more prone to migraines.
• Diet – Certain foods (like caffeine and alcohol) contain compounds that affect the brain, while skipping meals can lead to low blood sugar, both of which can trigger migraines.
• Weather changes – Sudden changes in barometric pressure can affect the blood flow to your brain, which may trigger migraines, especially for those sensitive to environmental shifts.
• Bright lights – Intense lights or flickering screens cause overstimulation of the brain’s visual cortex, which can lead to sensory overload.
• Strong smells – Scents like perfume, smoke, or chemical fumes activate the brain’s trigeminal nerve, which is involved in sensory perception and can trigger migraine pain.

If caffeine triggers your headaches, you can try a caffeine-free energy drink powder to support your focus and productivity.

Can Adaptogens Help With Migraines?

When we’re under stress, our bodies hit the panic button and release cortisol, a hormone crucial for our survival. It’s part of the flight-or-fight response that prepares us to handle perceived threats.

The problem is that our brains haven’t quite figured out the difference between being chased by a lion and having a stressful meeting. And in the modern world, we deal with constant stress, which means your body keeps pumping out cortisol like there’s no tomorrow. 

This flood of cortisol creates a ripple effect – it increases inflammation, raises your heart rate, and tightens blood vessels, all of which contribute to that throbbing, mind-numbing migraine pain.

So, how can adaptogens help?

Adaptogens are natural plants, mushrooms, herbs, and algae that help the body adapt to stress. They essentially “train” your body to release cortisol in healthier amounts, which prevents spikes that trigger migraines.

Adaptogens also have anti-inflammatory properties that help cool down the body’s inflammatory response. The best thing is that adaptogenic effects stack over time, so the more you take them, the better your body gets at dealing with stress and inflammation.

That way, instead of trying to fight symptoms when the migraine hits, you prevent the attack before it begins.

MTE’s Key Ingredients for Migraine Management

MTE combines 11 adaptogens, nootropics, and superfoods into a powerful formulation that supports well-being. Although most of these ingredients have unique benefits, a few stand out for their potential to help manage migraines by addressing two of the biggest triggers – stress and inflammation. 

Let’s break them down.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years to support the immune system, vitality, and physical endurance. It works by lowering cortisol levels, which prevents the chain reaction that leads to migraines.

A cool thing about ashwagandha is that you build more resilience when you consume it regularly. Over time, it helps your body get better when dealing with stress and doesn’t go into a cortisol overdrive when you’re feeling pressure.

However, we must mention that the benefits aren’t instant. Ashwagandha won’t do much if you’re already in the middle of a migraine attack. But if you take it regularly, it can reduce how often migraines strike.

GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)

When we’re feeling stressed, anxious, or overstimulated, our neurons start firing signals like crazy. GABA’s job is to step in and slow things down.

It binds to specific receptors in the brain to reduce the firing of neurons. It’s kind of like a volume dial for your brain’s activity – it turns down the intensity when things are too loud.

Since migraines often occur when there’s abnormal nerve signaling, increasing GABA levels can effectively reduce the chances of nerve overactivity that triggers these attacks. This calms your mind and also eases the physical tension that often accompanies migraines.

There’s also an important relationship between GABA and glutamate, another neurotransmitter in the brain. While GABA inhibits neuron activity, glutamate does the opposite.

There’s a delicate balance between these two chemicals, but research suggests that people who suffer from migraines tend to have higher levels of glutamate. So, increasing GABA could help balance out this overactivity and prevent the excess excitation that often leads to migraines.

Holy Basil

Holy basil, also known as tulsi, has been a staple in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. Traditionally, it’s been used to treat nausea, eczema, bronchitis, and other conditions. But beyond its broad health benefits, holy basil’s unique properties make it potentially helpful in preventing migraines.

Holy basil contains eugenol, a compound with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Eugenol works by inhibiting the enzyme COX-2, which is responsible for producing inflammatory compounds like prostaglandins. These chemicals cause swelling and pain during inflammation.

Tulsi can also prevent the overproduction of cortisol. This dual effect gives holy basil its potential to tackle two of the primary migraine triggers.

Keep in mind that none of these ingredients are prescribed as migraine treatments. They can only help with underlying factors like stress and inflammation. It’s always best to consult a healthcare provider before using supplements for managing migraines, but these ingredients could give you a natural way to support your body against migraine triggers.

How to Prevent Migraines Successfully

You shouldn’t wait for a migraine to strike to reach for relief. The real goal should be to reduce your triggers and build resilience so migraines don’t have a chance to derail your day.

Here’s how you do that:

• Keep a migraine diary to help spot common triggers and patterns.
• Incorporate stress-management techniques like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing into your daily routine to lower your stress levels.
• Get enough sleep every night to allow your brain to clean up and restore balance.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially during exercise or hot weather.
• Pay attention to how your body reacts to specific foods and adjust your diet to avoid those that trigger migraines, like processed meats, aged cheeses, or alcohol.
• Exercise regularly to improve mood, boost sleep quality, and lower stress.
• Drink MTE to get a daily dose of adaptogens that help manage stress and fight off inflammation.

Stay One Step Ahead of Migraines with MTE

If you want to prevent migraines, you need to be proactive. Identify your triggers, learn stress-reducing techniques, improve your daily habits, and pay attention to your diet.

You can also add a holistic energy drink powder, like MTE, into your routine. With powerful adaptogens like ashwagandha, GABA, and holy basil, MTE helps your body manage stress, reduce inflammation, and keep everything in balance.

That’s exactly what you need if you want to cut down on those head-splitting headaches.

Want to enjoy a migraine-free life? Make MTE part of your daily routine and optimize your health.