The Functional Medicine Approach To Ending Migraines

Migraines are a big problem for many people. These severe, nearly disabling headaches can occur anywhere from once a year to three to four times a week. They can last from hours to days. They are often associated with an aura, light sensitivity, nausea, vomiting, and severe throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head. And migraines can be caused by many different factors. This is where Functional Medicine comes in. Functional Medicine is medicine by cause; not by symptom. It helps us discover the underlying triggers of disease. And the root cause of your migraine may not be in your head at all. In fact, migraines can be caused by things ranging from food sensitivities and allergies to hormonal imbalances, vitamin deficiencies, and more.⁣
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In this episode, Dr. Hyman sits down with Dr. Todd LePine to discuss the Functional Medicine approach to ending migraines. They explore how to identify and eliminate what might be causing your migraines and share specific patient migraine cases they have treated.⁣
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Dr. LePine graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, specializing in Integrative Functional Medicine. He is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Prior to joining The UltraWellness Center, he worked as a physician at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA, for 10 years. Dr. LePine’s focus at The UltraWellness Center is to help his patients achieve optimal health and vitality by restoring the natural balance to both the mind and the body. His areas of interest include optimal aging, bio-detoxification, functional gastrointestinal health, systemic inflammation, autoimmune disorders and the neurobiology of mood and cognitive disorders. Dr. LePine teaches around the world, and has given lectures to doctors and patients at American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG), the University of Miami Integrative Medicine Conference, The Kripalu Center in Lenox, MA, and is on the faculty for American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). Dr. LePine is the head of the Scientific Advisory Board for Designs for Health and a consultant for Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory. He enjoys skiing, kayaking, hiking, camping and golfing in the beautiful Berkshires, and is a fitness enthusiast.⁣
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This episode is sponsored by Simple Mills and Apeel.⁣
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[adelabrent]

WE NEED MORE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTORS!

[Retrofire-]

I learned more in the first 5 minutes of this video than my headache specialist told me in the last 4 years of intense treatment

[etremblay]

More than 40+ years of migraines, 2 generations (father and son) including continuous migraine for 15 of those years, also gut issues, all kinds of conventional solutions, medications, diets, etc. nothing helped. Was not able to eliminate daily migraines until stumbling into a Whole30 elimination diet identifying multiple causative food sources. Thank God! Excellent Video!

[relydbrowning]

Really true, ever since I stop taking dairy, migraine's gone! Not only that even my Eczema is gone!!! Incredible podcast & shared as always💙

[lauracifuentes]

I've suffered of migraines for 12 years already and now at 24 I've had the worst episodes ever. I used to think I had it under control and that I knew my triggers, but all of a sudden everything got out of control. This podcast helped me so much to understand so many thing behind Migraines and oh, how I wish doctors in general could have this approach to illness. Prevention it's so important and this is what this podcast is about. Loved it.

[jewel]

I started IF, Keto lifestyle, zero-sugar diet, in Sept. 2020 - migraines went away! I used to have migraine attacks almost every morning when I woke up. Now - gone! Added 30-60 mins power walk to my daily routine as well. Not only I lost few pounds, no more pain as well. 👍😁

[kc]

I had chronic migraines until I did the 30 day challenge of plant based -organic only . I started adding eggs, butter in and still was good. I added meats and got a migraine. I still eat meat or go out to eat but the chronic part is over !

[notadonna]

Really good. I'm commenting to say that many, many people have parasites that doctors and lab tests will not find. I went to Mayo clinic and many docs, multiple lab tests, etc. With alternative (unconventional) means and help, I discovered multiple infections had ganged up and were causing health issues. Believe me, I was full of parasites and have seen many coming through my skin and out the other way. Go beyond traditional medicine. Educate yourself. Don't expect one thing to cure you. Never give up. Learn breathwork. Learn wellness! Get the best help if you are suffering. With best wishes for your health and welk-being. 💞

[acer]

Dr that has experienced a migraine is one I’ll take advice from because they know what it’s like

[kennethmoore]

I began having migraine headaches in medical school.
I avoid identifiable triggers but trigger factors are highly variable.
I have seen over 17, 000 headache patients.
Only a small percentage of patients find long term relief with dietary restrictions.

[ByDesign]

These 2 men worked quite well together...very useful discussion.
Watching for a friend...glad I subscribed here Doctor...thanks!

[Cat-gyzf]

It's so comforting to hear doctors like you who take this condition seriously & look beyond just pain medication...I have hope now. I have been feeling so helpless & desperate with chronic severe migraines ruining my whole life. Thanks. I'll keep looking for answers & solutions now. 😊

[kd]

I've had chronic migraine since Covid. Weather, in particular storms, are my biggest trigger for a bad one

[Mandy-cncl]

Thanks so much as a life time migrant sufferer I found this very helpful & had come to the conclusions of oestrogen break down & magnesium deficiency & gut health but have never heard anyone say these things .I believe the high carb diets from 60s onwards to blame if only I had known .The day after I saw this I had a vestibular m & put breathing practice to its test longer exhales & slow breathing & it went away ☺the hanks again for your info I only wish I had the finances to see a functional health Dr

[dianemorgan]

Excellent info. Interesting, like the patient mentioned in this video, I am also a nurse with vestibular migraines who is seeking functional medicine assistance with treatment. I felt like this was “all about me”!

[Mombrain]

This is all very interesting! I’m thankful to hear physicians actually discussing migraine. Usually all we migraine sufferers get is the typical get more rest, drink more water, manage stress, here’s a script for a triptan or a pain med.

side-note I tried natural topical progesterone and it didn’t prevent my menstrual migraines. It did, however, stop the bloat and mood swings. I tried it for 3 months straight. I’ve done some detoxing and diet revamping, I may try the progesterone again.

[juliangalindo]

as physician and also as migraine patient I highly recommend oral intake of magnesium such as oxide magnesium or magnesium citrate. since I put myself on this supplement the migraine with aura episodes disappear. I also practice sports, avoide aged chesse, red wine, high content caffeine beverages. but magnesium is a game changer for many people.

[Washingtonfambam]

I just discovered you guys yesterday as I am seeking for help since no doctors could help. Thank God for you guys and informing us ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 your channel is amazing!

[Splendid]

I liked your video. Thank you, this is a vital discussion! As a former legal researcher who is now 20+ migraines a month, a couple of things... The 5 y.o. with migraine, 1st thought should be, "I wonder if he's had a concussion\head injury". Healthy fats can help heal the brain from concussion, but a S.A.D. high in trans fats and hexane extruded oils could inhibit or harm healing. If you increase healthy fats in someone's menu for at least the 1st 10 days following concussion, you can help the brain to recover and hopefully aid in not setting someone up for lifelong migraines that they don't realize came from the fall they took at 4 years old.

[rileymaestro]

I love mag, it is an obvious and overlooked medication...I wish docs had told me about it over three decades ago!