Good news for migraine sufferers… our latest episode of The Hormone Hub has just dropped and we are looking at why migraines can worsen during perimenopause and what you can do about it. You know the deal – during perimenopause, our hormones go on a rollercoaster ride. Estrogen and progesterone are the stars of the show, and far out, don't they know how to create havoc!

So why can migraines become so problematic during perimenopause? Menstrual migraines can be debilitating and hit us harder than other migraines. Estrogen plays a role in regulating our brain chemicals so when estrogen levels drop in the lead up to our period, it's like a domino effect – blood vessels dilate, progesterone and serotonin levels drop (they are our happy calming hormones), often leading to those dreaded migraines. 🌪️ Today I'm going to help you with some practical ideas to help reduce the severity and frequency of migraines. It's essential to remember that while these may provide relief for some… we are all different and our hormones are constantly changing, which can be frustrating as what has been working may also change. The good news is, once youre on the other side of menopause, for many women this also means the end of their migraines for good. There's also a lot of evidence to suggest that bio identical progesterone can help reduce migraines by balancing the ratio of estrogen to progesterone. The same does NOT apply to synthetic progestins which are found in hormonal birth control pills, the Mirena, Deepo, Implanon etc so it's good to be aware of the difference. Migraine busting nutrients: Magnesium Taurine Riboflavin or B2 (the one that makes your pee fluro yellow!) Foods to avoid… Gluten and glutamate containing foods Natural and alternative therapies… Acupuncture Osteopathic or Chiropractic treatments Yoga and meditation CBT therapies Essential oils Botox injections (ok…so not so natural!) As always, you know your body best. I'd love to hear your thoughts and stories on this topic, so don't be shy – reach out and share your experiences. Tune in on our latest episode and hit up Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google or wherever you listen to your Podcasts to join the fun! 🌟