5 Nutritional Deficiencies That May Be Causing Your Headaches

These 5 nutritional deficiencies you shouldn't ignore. (Pics: Freepik)
Gayatri Hasabnis
By : Updated On: 10 Jan 2026 01:04:AM
A typical cause of headaches is the decreased oxygen delivery to the brain caused by iron deficiency.

A typical cause of headaches is the decreased oxygen delivery to the brain caused by iron deficiency.

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Magnesium is necessary for nerve function and muscle relaxation; a deficiency leads to tension, cramps and insomnia, frequently resulting in tension headaches and migraines.

Magnesium is necessary for nerve function and muscle relaxation; a deficiency leads to tension, cramps and insomnia, frequently resulting in tension headaches and migraines.

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Headaches and migraines are frequently brought on by even minor dehydration, which is frequently ignored.

Headaches and migraines are frequently brought on by even minor dehydration, which is frequently ignored.

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Headaches may result from a sodium deficiency, which is frequently disregarded.

Headaches may result from a sodium deficiency, which is frequently disregarded.

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Low riboflavin (B2) levels are associated with migraines, while B6 and B12 can help reduce homocysteine levels, which might cause headaches. (Disclaimer: Given the input is on an information basis, please seek professional advice.)

Low riboflavin (B2) levels are associated with migraines, while B6 and B12 can help reduce homocysteine levels, which might cause headaches. (Disclaimer: Given the input is on an information basis, please seek professional advice.)

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