McDonald's as a migraine hero: Cola and fries should help!

McDonald's as a migraine hero: Cola and fries should help!

A new discussion about the treatment of migraines has started on social media. A TIKTOK video causes a stir by saying that a large cola and french fries from McDonald’s can work wonders. According to the [OE24] (https://www.oe24.at/buzz24/dieses-mcdonalds-menue-hilft- against-migraene/634090192), hundreds of users reported that this combination is "immediately" lindering. The Tikok user @millyhancockk tested the "McMigraine meal" and announced that after 48 hours she felt a significant relief. Her video was viewed almost 4 million times and attracted numerous comments in which other users described similar experiences.

The confirmation of a commentator from neurology, the one mentioned that headache specialists actually recommend this method. Another user reported immediate improvement through the combination of cola and fries. But what is behind this alleged remedy?

The effect of caffeine and sodium

like Spoon University, the combination of soda and fries seems to work primarily because of their ingredients. The lifestyle content creator Kellcee McSwain described this mixture as her "ultimate migraine food". User Destiny Rivera claims that it could be helped within minutes. Studies suggest that the ingredients in particular could contribute to relief.

A 12 -unzen dose of Coca-Cola contains about 34 milligrams of caffeine, which corresponds to about a third of the amount of caffeine in a normal cup of coffee. Studies show that caffeine can trigger or relieve migraine symptoms. An older study in the Jama Neurology magazine found that caffeine is effective in combination with over -the -counter drugs such as aspirin. In addition, the salt from the fries could help with signs of sodium.

caffeine: trigger or therapy?

The discussion about the role of caffeine in migraine therapy is complex. According to the [German Health Portal] (https://www.deutschesgesundheitportal.de/2022/22/kaffee-bei-migraene-trigger-oder- Therapy/), 17 out of 21 studies show that caffeine or caffeine withdrawal can trigger migraine attacks in 2 to 30 percent of the participants. Despite these findings, caffeine in treating studies is considered safe and effective for acute migraines, especially in combination with painkillers.

The recommended maximum amount of caffeine is 200 mg per day, which corresponds to about 2 to 3 cups of coffee. A consistent caffeine intake is important to avoid withdrawal pain and associated migraine attacks. However, long -term solutions for migraine treatment could not be based solely on luxury foods such as cola and fries.

Celine Beithman, director of nutrition, advises to identify individual triggers and maintain a balanced lifestyle. This includes regular meals, sufficient sleep and stress reduction. While the combination of cola and fries may offer a quick relief for some, it should not be viewed as a permanent solution.