The DUTCH Podcast Migraine Management: Lifestyle, Environment & Hormonal Factors
Jul 8, 2025
48:52
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Meg Mill explore the complexities of migraines, particularly in women, and the transition from conventional to functional medicine. Dr. Mill shares her personal journey into functional medicine, highlighting the importance of understanding root causes rather than just treating symptoms.
Dr. Smeaton and Dr. Mill also discuss:
- The pathophysiology of migraines, their impact on daily life, and the hormonal influences that can exacerbate them
- Lifestyle and dietary changes that can aid in migraine management
- How dietary choices, especially those related to histamine, can trigger migraines
- The critical role of sleep in healing and recovery
- The influence of environmental factors on migraine frequency
- How migraines can be influenced by estrogen metabolism
Check out Dr. Meg Mill’s podcast, A Little Bit Healthier! Learn more about Dr. Mill on her website and follow her on Instagram @drmegmill.
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