Vitamins and minerals for migraine prophylaxis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Okoli GN, Rabbani R, Kashani HH, Wierzbowski AK, Neilson C, Mansouri B
Published in Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences
Methodology
Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised trials of vitamin and mineral supplements, including riboflavin, for migraine prophylaxis.
Key Findings
Pooled estimates favoured riboflavin for reducing migraine days but confidence intervals were wide and trial quality moderate at best.
Conclusions
Riboflavin may reduce migraine burden, but the certainty of evidence remains low to moderate.
Limitations
Few trials per nutrient; heterogeneity in dose and outcome measures.
Supplements Studied
Pooled estimates favoured riboflavin for reducing migraine days, with low to moderate certainty of evidence.
Outcomes Measured
Pooled data favoured riboflavin for reducing migraine days.
Related Health Concerns
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