Migraine Heroes

Episode description

Is caffeine helping or triggering your migraines? The answer might be more complex than you think. In this episode, we uncover how caffeine impacts migraines — from providing temporary headache relief to worsening attacks through hormonal imbalances, magnesium depletion, and blood sugar spikes.

You'll learn:

  • How caffeine works as a vasoconstrictor to ease migraine pain — and why it can backfire.
  • The connection between caffeine, cortisol, and estrogen, and how this affects hormone-related migraines.
  • Practical strategies to track your caffeine intake, reduce it gradually, and find your personal migraine-safe caffeine limit.

Whether caffeine is your migraine ally or enemy depends on your unique triggers and health. Tune in to get empowered with actionable tips to manage migraines while still enjoying your morning cup.

Originally published April 2025

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More about Hormones

Portrait of a smiling older woman with short gray hair and round glasses, representing a 20-year migraine journey.

Susanne

55 years old, New Zealand

Self-reported migraine

At start:

17 days/month

After 4 months:

3 days/month

What changed

Susanne had gone nearly four weeks without an attack and said she could manage the early signs when they appeared.

“It's trusting in the process and trusting in yourself, I guess, is what I've learned.”

Listen to Susanne's Story15 min