Heart-Healthy Habits Lower Migraine Risk: Key Findings

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Research Summary

Researchers found that high adherence to the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 (LE8) factors was linked to a reduced occurrence of migraine with aura (MWA) and migraine without aura (MWO) in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil). Among 4,312 participants, adherence to LE8 was assessed, revealing that 14.2% showed high adherence. This group had lower odds of MWA (aOR: 0.36) and MWO (aOR: 0.56), and fewer severe headaches. In women, high adherence to several LE8 factors reduced MWA prevalence, while in men, nicotine exposure increased MWO odds. The study in Headache emphasizes the need for further research.

Study Details

📄 Title: Sex-specific differences in the relationship between AHA Life's Essential 8 factors and migraine disorders: A cross-sectional evaluation in ELSA-Brasil study.

👥 Research Team: de Oliveira AB et al.

📚 Published In: Headache

📅 Publication Date: 2025 Nov 13

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.