Migraines are more than bad headaches. Migraine attacks trigger inflammation and reduce blood flow in the brain, leading to white matter lesions and higher risks of stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. Datis Kharrazian explains how rising migraine frequency is a red flag, how conventional treatment works, and how a functional medicine approach targets triggers like hormone imbalances, insulin resistance, allergies, and poor sleep. Supplements covered include magnesium, vitamin D, omega-3s, CoQ10, and riboflavin.
Interviewed by Elaine Marshall.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Brain inflammation and MRI spots
08:24 How migraines trigger pain
14:06 Using migraine tracking apps
15:55 Link between obesity and migraines
18:30 Managing migraines with supplements
22:05 Functional medicine and migraine triggers
28:15 Understanding headaches vs. migraines
32:00 Role of adrenal glands in health
35:04 Exploring training and certification options
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