Gut Health

3 Signs Your IBS and Migraines Are Connected

Is your gut driving your migraines? Explore the hidden connection between IBS, digestion, and migraine attacks

How This Anti-Inflammatory Herb Calms Your Migraine, Gut, and Hormones?

Could a simple kitchen herb stop your next migraine? Learn about the surprising ally hiding in your fridge.

Can Fasting Trigger or Relieve Migraines?

Does fasting heal migraines—or make them worse? Learn when skipping meals helps, and when it triggers attacks.

Is Ginger Good or Bad for Your Migraines? What You Need to Know Before Using It

Is ginger your migraine ally—or a hidden trigger? Discover how East and West medicine see this powerful root.

Ep282: How Your Gut and Hormones Trigger Migraines (And What to Do About It) with Diane Ducarme

In this episode, Tina sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to unpack the complex and often misunderstood world of migraines—especially how they impact women in perimenopause and menopause. They explore how migraines are more than “just headaches” and often linked to hormone fluctuations, gut issues, and even common wellness trends like intermittent fasting. You’ll also learn how everyday habits—from sleep to diet to liver health—play a key role in migraine prevention and relief. Here’s what you’ll learn: \- The difference between a migraine and a regular headache \- Hidden migraine triggers you might not suspect \- How intermittent fasting can make migraines worse \- How gut issues—like leaky gut, SIBO, IBS or IBD—cause migraines \- Simple daily habits to support gut health and reduce migraines \- The surprising link between sleep, your liver, and migraines \- Caffeine and migraines: Friend or foe? \- Premenstrual vs. menstrual migraines—what’s the difference?

Is Low Sodium Triggering Your Migraines? The Hidden Link Between Salt, Electrolytes, and Headaches

Cutting salt but getting more migraines? Discover the surprising connection between sodium, balance, and migraine attacks

#111: How to finally understand and overcome your migraines

In this episode of The Kate Hamilton Health Podcast, I sit down with Diane Ducarme, Founder & CEO of Migraine Heroes, to explore the true root causes of migraines - and how to break free from them for good. If you’re stuck managing migraine symptoms instead of finding real relief, this episode is for you. Diane blends Eastern medicine, Western science, and cutting-edge tech to offer a holistic, science-backed approach. With an MBA from Harvard, a background in science and engineering, and studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine and neuroscience, she brings a unique perspective to migraine care. We dive into hormone imbalances, gut health, inflammation, the vagus nerve, and how perimenopause and menopause affect migraines. Diane also shares self-advocacy strategies, lifestyle shifts, and practical tips to help you take control of your health. Whether you’ve tried medications, alternative therapies, or are still searching for answers, you’ll walk away with actionable insights to finally understand and overcome migraines. Episode Breakdown: [00:00] Intro to today’s episode [00:13] Meet Diane Ducarme [00:23] Understanding migraines beyond headaches [01:04] Holistic migraine relief [01:42] Diane’s journey & expertise [02:25] Living with chronic migraines [05:27] The science behind migraines [05:32] Eastern vs. Western approaches [08:46] Hormones & migraines [11:05] The vagus nerve & gut-brain connection [14:41] Perimenopause & migraines [20:29] Self-advocacy in medical care [24:55] Lifestyle changes for relief [28:50] Gentle detox & diet tips [29:12] Breakfast & intermittent fasting [32:06] Coffee: friend or foe? [36:29] Gut health & migraines [40:33] Inflammation’s role [43:17] Stress management strategies [46:08] Combining Eastern & Western medicine [49:43] Supplements for migraine relief [52:42] Conclusion & resources

212- Traditional Chinese Medicine for Migraine Care [Podcast with Diane Ducarme]

Diane Ducarme is the Founder & CEO of Migraine Heroes, is a leading figure in migraine investigation, blending the wisdom of Eastern Medicine with Western science and advanced technology to uncover the true roots of migraine disease. Diane’s approach uniquely emphasizes adding functional foods instead of eliminating them, shifting away from restrictive practices to focus on nourishing the body. Diane’s dedication continues to transform lives, offering a holistic path to relief, resilience, and wellness for those navigating migraine disease. Dr. Vinu and Diane discuss how 1 in 5 women have migraines and how migraines triple to quadruples for women once they reach puberty. Diane explains how the migraine attacks possibly are started in the digestive and hormonal systems. They also discuss how your gut has such a profound impact on the health of your brain. A healthy, balanced gut means no more error messages. No more error messages means no more migraines. Tune in as they discuss: How migraines are genetic The importance of a balanced gut for migraines Diet modifications for migraines Why the birth control pill is over prescribed for migraines How to get rid of a migraine naturally