148: Science-backed holistic healing for migraines with Diane Ducarme
40 min
In this episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen Ann Marie sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to uncover the root causes of migraines and discuss how a holistic, science-backed approach can lead to relief and resilience.
Diane blends Western medicine, Eastern healing practices, and advanced technology to tackle migraines at their core. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, to her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diane shares how her unique perspective – and attention to detail – is revolutionizing migraine care.
💬 Top Quote: "We need to stop silencing pain and start listening to it. Migraines are not just headaches—they are a call for balance in the body and mind." – Diane Ducarme
Episode Highlights: ✅ The real reason why migraines are misunderstood in Western medicine ✅ The connection between trauma, the gut-brain axis, and migraines ✅ How perimenopause and hormonal shifts exacerbate migraine attacks ✅ Why traditional treatments often fail—and what to do instead ✅ How adding functional foods (not eliminating) can heal your body ✅ The power of the vagus nerve and emotional healing in migraine relief ✅ How the Migraine Heroes app is helping people regain control of their health
