I swear, if I don't drink at least 3 liters a day, my head feels like someone's slowly tightening a vise. Water isn't magic, but it's the closest thing we got.
Wilona Funston
May 19,
2023
As a neurologist who's treated hundreds of migraine patients, dehydration is one of the most underrecognized triggers. The brain is 75% water, and when it shrinks slightly due to fluid loss, it tugs on pain-sensitive membranes. It's not just "drink more"-it's about electrolyte balance too. Sodium, magnesium, and potassium matter as much as the H2O itself. Many patients fixate on water but ignore salt intake, which is critical for retention. I've seen people drink gallons and still get migraines because they're flushing out electrolytes with caffeine or diuretics. Hydration isn't a number on a bottle-it's a physiological dance.
Ruth Gopen
May 20,
2023
I cannot BELIEVE how many people still think this is just a myth. I have suffered for 17 years, and the moment I started tracking my water intake with a smart bottle, my migraines dropped by 80%. I'm not exaggerating. I cried the first week. I'm telling you, if you're not drinking 3 liters of water daily, you're not trying. And yes, I check your glass right now. Are you drinking? I'm watching you.
Ben Finch
May 21,
2023
so i tried drinking water for a week... and guess what? my migraine got worse. turns out, i was drinking too much too fast. my brain said "nope" and threw a tantrum. now i sip. slowly. like a snail on espresso. also, i spelled "migraine" wrong 3 times. whoops. 😅
Alex Hughes
May 23,
2023
The whole hydration thing is more nuanced than it seems. Sure, dehydration can trigger migraines, but so can overhydration, especially if you're not replacing electrolytes. I've seen people in wellness circles go full water-bottle-hoarding and end up with hyponatremia. It's not about quantity alone-it's about rhythm, timing, and individual physiology. Some people need more because of sweat rates, climate, medications, or even genetics. And then there's the placebo effect-some people feel better because they believe in the ritual, and that matters too. The body is a complex system, not a simple faucet.
Hubert vélo
May 23,
2023
They don't want you to know the truth. Big Pharma and the bottled water industry are in cahoots. Dehydration isn't the problem-it's the lithium they put in the water supply to keep us docile. Migraines are your brain screaming for freedom. I stopped drinking tap water. Now I collect rainwater, filter it with crystals, and say affirmations before each sip. My migraines vanished. The government is watching. They sent me a letter. I burned it.
Kalidas Saha
May 25,
2023
OMG I was having migraines EVERY DAY 😭 then I started drinking coconut water + lemon + pinch of salt and now I'm living my best life 🥥✨ #HydrationIsMagic #NoMorePain #Blessed
Marcus Strömberg
May 26,
2023
Let’s be honest-this is just another lazy person’s excuse for not managing their life. If you can’t hydrate properly, how can you expect to hold down a job, maintain relationships, or even think clearly? I’ve never had a migraine in my life, and I drink exactly 2.7 liters of purified, alkaline water every morning at 6:03 a.m., no exceptions. It’s discipline. You’re not entitled to pain because you’re lazy.
Matt R.
May 26,
2023
You think this is about water? This is about cultural decay. Back in my day, people didn’t need to be told to drink water. We worked hard, sweated, and drank when we were thirsty-not because some influencer told us to chug 3 liters. Now we’re a nation of hypochondriacs with smart bottles and hydration apps. We’ve turned basic biology into a performance. And don’t get me started on the electrolyte industry. This is all a scam to sell you overpriced nonsense. Drink tap water. Work hard. Stop whining.
Naga Raju
May 28,
2023
This is so true! I used to get migraines after long flights, and I thought it was stress or jet lag... but then I started carrying a small bottle and sipping every 30 mins. No more headaches! 🙌 Also, adding a pinch of Himalayan salt helps a lot. So simple, right? 😊 Stay hydrated, friends! 💧❤️
Migraine and Hydration: The Importance of Staying Hydrated
Nick Bercel
May 17, 2023I swear, if I don't drink at least 3 liters a day, my head feels like someone's slowly tightening a vise. Water isn't magic, but it's the closest thing we got.
Wilona Funston
May 19, 2023As a neurologist who's treated hundreds of migraine patients, dehydration is one of the most underrecognized triggers. The brain is 75% water, and when it shrinks slightly due to fluid loss, it tugs on pain-sensitive membranes. It's not just "drink more"-it's about electrolyte balance too. Sodium, magnesium, and potassium matter as much as the H2O itself. Many patients fixate on water but ignore salt intake, which is critical for retention. I've seen people drink gallons and still get migraines because they're flushing out electrolytes with caffeine or diuretics. Hydration isn't a number on a bottle-it's a physiological dance.
Ruth Gopen
May 20, 2023I cannot BELIEVE how many people still think this is just a myth. I have suffered for 17 years, and the moment I started tracking my water intake with a smart bottle, my migraines dropped by 80%. I'm not exaggerating. I cried the first week. I'm telling you, if you're not drinking 3 liters of water daily, you're not trying. And yes, I check your glass right now. Are you drinking? I'm watching you.
Ben Finch
May 21, 2023so i tried drinking water for a week... and guess what? my migraine got worse. turns out, i was drinking too much too fast. my brain said "nope" and threw a tantrum. now i sip. slowly. like a snail on espresso. also, i spelled "migraine" wrong 3 times. whoops. 😅
Alex Hughes
May 23, 2023The whole hydration thing is more nuanced than it seems. Sure, dehydration can trigger migraines, but so can overhydration, especially if you're not replacing electrolytes. I've seen people in wellness circles go full water-bottle-hoarding and end up with hyponatremia. It's not about quantity alone-it's about rhythm, timing, and individual physiology. Some people need more because of sweat rates, climate, medications, or even genetics. And then there's the placebo effect-some people feel better because they believe in the ritual, and that matters too. The body is a complex system, not a simple faucet.
Hubert vélo
May 23, 2023They don't want you to know the truth. Big Pharma and the bottled water industry are in cahoots. Dehydration isn't the problem-it's the lithium they put in the water supply to keep us docile. Migraines are your brain screaming for freedom. I stopped drinking tap water. Now I collect rainwater, filter it with crystals, and say affirmations before each sip. My migraines vanished. The government is watching. They sent me a letter. I burned it.
Kalidas Saha
May 25, 2023OMG I was having migraines EVERY DAY 😭 then I started drinking coconut water + lemon + pinch of salt and now I'm living my best life 🥥✨ #HydrationIsMagic #NoMorePain #Blessed
Marcus Strömberg
May 26, 2023Let’s be honest-this is just another lazy person’s excuse for not managing their life. If you can’t hydrate properly, how can you expect to hold down a job, maintain relationships, or even think clearly? I’ve never had a migraine in my life, and I drink exactly 2.7 liters of purified, alkaline water every morning at 6:03 a.m., no exceptions. It’s discipline. You’re not entitled to pain because you’re lazy.
Matt R.
May 26, 2023You think this is about water? This is about cultural decay. Back in my day, people didn’t need to be told to drink water. We worked hard, sweated, and drank when we were thirsty-not because some influencer told us to chug 3 liters. Now we’re a nation of hypochondriacs with smart bottles and hydration apps. We’ve turned basic biology into a performance. And don’t get me started on the electrolyte industry. This is all a scam to sell you overpriced nonsense. Drink tap water. Work hard. Stop whining.
Naga Raju
May 28, 2023This is so true! I used to get migraines after long flights, and I thought it was stress or jet lag... but then I started carrying a small bottle and sipping every 30 mins. No more headaches! 🙌 Also, adding a pinch of Himalayan salt helps a lot. So simple, right? 😊 Stay hydrated, friends! 💧❤️