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People Are Convinced This McDonald’s Order Can Cure Migraines ‘Immediately’
People are convinced that this one McDonald’s order can cure migraines ‘immediately.’
TikTok videos are circulating in which users are turning to the fast food joint for what some have dubbed the ‘McMigraine’ treatment.
In one viral video, a person at drive-thru says: “I’ve had a headache for 48 hours and TikTok said it would help.”
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The DIY remedy typically involves consuming a large Coca-Cola and a serving of French fries in hopes of alleviating migraine symptoms.
Dr. Brintha Vasagar, a family physician based in Milwaukee, tells Fox News Digital: “There is some science as to why it works.”
The caffeine found in Coca-Cola can mimic the active ingredient in several over-the-counter migraine medications.
“If you think about most over-the-counter migraine treatments, the medications themselves can contain a dose of caffeine,” the doctor notes.
Caffeine helps by constricting blood vessels, which can ease the throbbing sensation of migraines.
Additionally, carbonation may soothe nausea, a common symptom accompanying migraines.
The salt in fries may help replenish lost electrolytes and improve hydration, both potential triggers for headaches.
Vasagar adds: “The carbohydrates in the fries can also help settle the stomach.”
Beyond the physiological effects, comfort food can play a psychological role.
Vasagar explains: “For many of us, fast food, McDonald’s, it’s that nostalgia. It’s that feeling of, ‘This is going to be comforting and make me feel better.'”
Despite its popularity, experts emphasize that the ‘McMigraine’ approach is not a cure or a preventive measure.
“This isn’t a prevention measure,” Vasagar warns. “It’s not like you can do the ‘McMigraine’ every day and never get a migraine again.”
Moreover, what helps one person could be a trigger for someone else.
“Triggers for migraines vary from person to person,” the doctor points out.
In some cases, consuming high-sodium or greasy foods might worsen the condition rather than help.
Dr. Tania Elliott, an internal medicine and allergy specialist based in New York, suggests healthier alternatives.
“Stay hydrated. Consider having a little bit of caffeine, maybe in the form of matcha or green tea,” she advises.
These options, she argues, provide benefits without the downsides of excessive sugar, sodium, or unhealthy fats.
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