Could foods with tyramine cause my migraines?
For some people, tyramine, which occurs in certain foods, can trigger a migraine headache. Tyramine can be found in:
- aged or processed cheeses
- canned figs
- chicken livers
- organ meats
- nuts
- pickled foods
- red wine and most other alcoholic beverages
- vinegar
- yeast
- yogurt
Moderate amounts of tyramine can also be found in citrus fruits, raspberries, raisins, and red plums. If any of these foods trigger your headache, ask your doctor whether a tyramine-free diet would work for you.