Going into a dark room can help until the migraine passes.

Often, exposure to bright light during a migraine can worsen the migraine itself.

When these rays are all combined (as in sunlight), they make white light.

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Two colors in particularblue and greenare of special interest when it comes to migraine prevention and treatment.

Blue Light

Blue light has a shorter wavelength and more energy than other rays of light.

It often is a large component of white light.

In other words, blue light is everywhere.

Furthermore, you are less likely to experience aversion or sensitivity to green light during a migraine attack.

Of the participants, almost 80% reported more intense headaches with colored light exposureall except green.

In fact, about 20% experienced a decreased headache intensity with green light exposure.

Green light devices can be purchased online, however they are costly.

Green light therapy devices may be useful in relieving migraine pain.

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