Stimulation of the trigeminal nerve is believed to cause migraine. Because brain freeze obstructs cerebral blood flow and also seems to be related to the trigeminal nerve, inducing brain freeze may interrupt the process that causes migraines. Although more studies are needed, anecdotal evidence suggests that this approach works for some migraine sufferers.

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