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3 Toxic Relationship Emotions That Trigger Migraines

Do your migraines flare after conflict or stress? Discover how emotions can spark attacks through brain, gut, and hormones.

The ER Migraine Protocol: What Actually Helps and What Makes It Worse

Ever left the ER worse than you arrived? Find out why migraine care often fails and what you can do instead.

Are Your Painkillers Making Migraines Worse? Understanding Medication Overuse Headache

Relying on painkillers for relief? This episode shows how overuse can backfire—trapping you in rebound migraine cycles.

3 Hidden Ways Stress Triggers Your Migraines (And What to Do About It)

Do you blame stress for your migraines? This episode reveals how it rewires your brain, fuels pain, and what truly works.

Caffeine, Hormones & Migraines: What No One Tells You

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.

#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

The migraine and fertility connection with Diane Ducarme

In today’s episode I interview Diane Ducarme who shares her expertise on migraines, including a holistic approach that combines Western science and Eastern medicine to understand and treat this complex condition. She explores the intricate connections between hormones, stress, gut health, and migraines, emphasizing the body's logical nature and its ability to heal when given the right support. Through personalized nutrition and comprehensive tracking, Diane has helped numerous women not only manage their migraines but also improve their overall health and fertility. Her approach highlights the importance of listening to one's body and addressing root causes rather than just treating symptoms. Episode Highlights: - Diane's skiing accident that significantly impacted her health which was catalyst that pushed her to work in health and wellness. - A comprehensive overview of migraines, explaining their duration, location, and accompanying symptom. - The connection between hormonal fluctuations and migraines. - How hormonal changes can trigger migraine attacks and the relationship between estrogen drops and liver toxin processing. - How stress impacts migraines along with cortisol and its role in triggering migraine attacks. - Vagus nerve and gut-brain axis, how digestive issues and gut health can directly impact migraine occurrence. - Diane's holistic approach to treating migraines and helping improve fertility outcomes.