Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, delves into the connection between inflammation and migraines, explaining how immune responses can trigger headaches. She discusses strategies to maintain gut health as a means of preventing migraines and highlights how nutrient deficiencies can affect brain function. The episode addresses the risks and misconceptions associated with food restriction in migraine management. Dr. Barrett also explores the role of genetic testing in creating personalized migraine management plans. Listeners are invited to take a headache quiz and receive a free ebook, offering further insights into their migraine patterns. Find out your Headache Type at https://theheadachequiz.com.

(0:00) Introduction to inflammation and migraines

(0:28) Understanding inflammation, immune responses, and their link to migraines

(2:33) Strategies for gut health and migraine prevention

(3:53) The impact of nutrient deficiencies on the brain

(4:40) Risks and misconceptions about food restriction

(5:18) Genetic testing and personalized migraine management

(6:16) Headache quiz and free ebook offer