Episode 259: HORMONAL MIGRAINES! Why They Happen + What To Do About Them
If your migraines show up like clockwork before your period, during your period, or right after it ends, this episode is for you. Hormonal migraines aren’t random, and they’re not a “Tylenol deficiency.” They’re a sign that estrogen, progesterone, minerals, inflammation, and nervous system chemistry are out of balance. While migraines can take time to fully resolve, understanding the pattern behind them is the first step toward real relief.
In this episode I’m sharing:
Why migraines that hit after your period are often linked to low iron, poor absorption, or copper imbalance
How migraines before or at the start of your period are driven by estrogen withdrawal, histamines, and prostaglandins
The connection between fluctuating estrogen, inflammation, serotonin disruption, and migraine pain
Why vitamin B2 (riboflavin) supports mitochondrial energy in the brain and lowers migraine susceptibility
How gluten sensitivity can increase glutamate, lower GABA, and make migraines worse during hormonal shifts
The role of liver detox and estrogen metabolism, and why supporting bile flow matters
How bitters, vitamin C, dandelion, and milk thistle support both digestion and hormone clearance
Why natural antihistamines like nettle, vitamin C, and beef kidney can calm hormone-triggered migraines
When to consider deeper testing like HTMA or GI testing if food changes aren’t enough
Why patience and consistency matter, as migraines are often one of the last symptoms to fully resolve
Hormonal migraines are not something you just have to endure every month. They’re feedback from your body, not a life sentence. This episode will help you understand why your migraines happen when they do, where to start with food and lifestyle support, and how to approach healing in a way that actually respects your hormones and nervous system.
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