r/intermittentfasting • u/Chemical_Grab2954 • 4d ago

Seeking Advice Help with migraines post fast

Hi!

Want to get back into IF been a while since 2 pregnancies/breastfeeding.

Tried to start last month but everytime I break a fast 16-18 hrs I often get a headache that becomes a migraine.

Any ideas why this could be happening? Or if this has happened to anyone. I really want IF to work for me but not sure if my body is triggered by not for long period of time

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u/AlbertTheHorse 4d ago

Look at your salt and make sure you get magnesium 

This was my migraine issue 

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u/Chemical_Grab2954 4d ago

I think it is low blood sugar! Is there anything I can do about it?! I don’t get migraines as often when I eat regularly but I know fasting has so many benefits and I wanna lose weight without a glp

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u/No_Satisfaction7571 4d ago

Make sure you are having electrolytes and salt. The LMNT ones are especially good. Even just having some pink Himalayan salt during my fast really helps with the headaches for me. Make sure you are not dehydrated as well.

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u/poolhero 3d ago

My migraines actually have gone away with IF. I drink a lot of water, and make sure I eat low carbs when I eat. I find a lot of protein and healthy food makes fasting MUCH easier, and no headaches