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27 Foods That Can Trigger Migraines Teri Robert | Aug 16th 2013 Feb 22nd 2017. It can be frustrating to manage food triggers. It can seem especially difficult to eat in a restaurant or go to parties. But, when managing food triggers means fewer migraines, itâs well worth it. Here are foods that can cause problems. All kinds of beans are potential food triggers â string beans, navy beans, kidney beans, lima beans and so on. - Other foods that may contain MSG: canned soup, frozen foods, processed foods, seasonings, and canned vegetables. Because of the controversy surrounding MSG, food manufacturers list it on the label. Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate contains caffeine, as do some sodas, tea, coffee, and energy drinks. In small doses, the caffeine in these foods and drinks can increase alertness. Plus, caffeine can actually help the body absorb pain-relief medication more quickly when migraines do occur. - Hot Dogs Hot Dogs Use caution at the deli counter if your migraines are caused by meat. Many brands of hot dog, bacon, salami, sausage, luncheon meat, and pepperoni contain tyramine. These foods typically also contain the preservative sodium nitrate, which may be a trigger and set off a migraine. Advertisement.