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1. Migraines Overview
2. Common symptoms of migraines
3. Common causes of migraines
4. Help me choose a natural and alternative treatment for migraines
5. Dietary and lifestyle recommendations that may help in the treatment of migraines
6. Conventional or prescription medications used in the treatment of migraines

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3) Society for Neuroscience.  Brain Briefings: Migraines and Serotonin Receptors.
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4) About.com. Coenzyme Q10 As a Migraine Preventive.
http://headaches.about.com/cs/prevention/a/coq10_prev.htm
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