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A SMART WOMAN'S GUIDE TO HORMONE BALANCE
Migraines are a common challenge for many women, especially those linked to hormonal shifts throughout the menstrual cycle. This post dives into the root causes of hormonal migraines and explores effective, natural solutions to alleviate your symptoms.
Hormonal migraines often arise due to large fluctuations, particularly around ovulation, menstruation, or during premenstrual days. These migraines can also strike unexpectedly during perimenopause when hormone levels fluctuate wildly. Estrogen dominance (high estrogen relative to progesterone) is a frequent culprit behind hormonal migraines, especially during perimenopause when estrogen levels often peak.
What Can Help?
Hormonal migraines can intensify during menstruation due to an increase in inflammatory prostaglandins (PGs) in the uterine lining. High levels of PGs in women prone to migraines can trigger intense menstrual migraines. Vitamin E has proven to reduce prostaglandins, easing pain and migraine symptoms during menstruation. Studies show that 400 IU of vitamin E taken for five days around menstruation can reduce the intensity and frequency of menstrual migraines.
What Can Help?
Blood sugar spikes and crashes can be another common migraine trigger, as they affect insulin, the hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar. Eating refined carbs or sugary foods can lead to rapid insulin surges, causing blood sugar levels to drop, which may provoke hormonal migraines.
What Can Help?
Stress is a well-known trigger for hormonal migraines, as it elevates adrenaline, cortisol, and other stress hormones. These hormones can activate migraine pathways, particularly if they surge rapidly.
What Can Help?
Don’t let hormonal migraines hold you back. Our functional medicine approach uncovers the root causes of your migraines and creates a personalized plan for lasting relief. We combine targeted lifestyle strategies with acupuncture for hormone balance, pain relief, and deep relaxation. Whether you’re dealing with hormone imbalances, blood sugar fluctuations, or stress-driven migraines, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Reach out to work with us and start your journey to a migraine-free life.
Dr. Laura Paris is a women’s health specialist who provides Acupuncture and Functional Medicine care at her two clinics in Capitola and Monterey, California. She also works with women remotely in the United States through telehealth appointments. Learn more about Laura here, and message her directly here.
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Great post!! Thank you Laura!!
Great post!! Thank you Laura!!
You’re welcome Lindsay! Thanks for reading! 😉
You’re welcome Lindsay! Thanks for reading! 😉
Good work Laura. I enjoyed the read!
Leslie
Good work Laura. I enjoyed the read!
Leslie
Thank you Leslie! Glad you enjoyed. More to come.
Thank you Leslie! Glad you enjoyed. More to come.