Migraine Headaches? Beware of Scents! (Premium)

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If you or someone you know suffers from migraine headaches, be sure to check the list below for products that it’s important to avoid. This is only a partial list based on research (July 2013); other similar products with odors and scents could also be responsible for causing migraines to flare.

The new research:

Two hundred people who experience migraines participated in a study that zeroed in on which “odorant” products triggered a reaction for them. In this study, they reported if they experienced a reaction after being exposed to a substance for about 25 minutes.

Percent experiencing migraines from specific odors:

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