Migraines/Headache
Description
Migraines and chronic headaches can be life-disrupting, painful, and complex to treat. While conventional approaches rely on pain relievers, functional medicine searches for the underlying causes—ranging from hormonal imbalances and food intolerances to poor detoxification, nutrient deficiencies, mold exposure, or even gut-brain axis dysfunction. Functional medicine tailors a root-cause plan that can reduce frequency and severity, restore nervous system stability, and help patients regain control without overdependence on medication.
Symptoms
Throbbing or pulsing head pain
Sensitivity to light or sound
Nausea or vomiting
Visual disturbances or aura
Pain localized to one side of the head
Neck tension or stiffness
Hormone-related timing (e.g., around ovulation or menstruation)
Digestive changes (constipation, diarrhea)
Fatigue before or after episodes
Mood changes or brain fog
Labs & Testing Options
Food sensitivity testing (IgG/IgA panels)
Hormonal testing (estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, ZRT test)
Organic acids test (neurotransmitters, detox pathways)
Magnesium, B2, and CoQ10 levels
Mycotoxin testing (mold exposure)
GI-MAP or GI360 comprehensive stool test (gut-brain inflammation)
Histamine and DAO levels (for histamine-triggered migraines)
Treatment Options
Elimination diet or low-histamine diet
Magnesium, riboflavin (B2), and CoQ10 supplementation
Anti-inflammatory herbs (feverfew, butterbur, turmeric)
Progesterone or hormone-balancing support (if hormonally triggered)
Detoxification and liver support (milk thistle, glutathione)
Stress reduction: breathwork, vagal stimulation, acupuncture
Chiropractic or craniosacral therapy (for structural causes)
Sleep and circadian rhythm optimization
Stop masking the pain—let’s uncover your headache triggers and create lasting relief from within.