Could that “sugar-free” soda be behind your latest migraine? You’re not imagining things.

Welcome back to The Migraine Heroes Podcast—where we go beyond symptom-chasing to uncover the real root causes of your migraine attacks. Hosted by Diane Ducarme, this podcast blends cutting-edge neuroscience with time-honored wisdom from Eastern traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda.

In today’s episode, we explore a hidden migraine trigger you might never suspect: aspartame, the common artificial sweetener found in everything from diet sodas to chewing gum.

You’ll discover:

● The science behind how aspartame may overstimulate your brain and nervous system

● Why “sugar-free” doesn’t always mean safe—for your gut, blood sugar, or hormones

● What Eastern medicine teaches us about artificial sweeteners and migraine-prone bodies

● The real reason your sensitive brain might be reacting to even the smallest things

We’ll also share how to build food awareness without fear—and how small changes in your diet can bring big relief when you work with your body instead of against it.

🎧 Tune in every Monday and Wednesday for science-backed, soul-nourishing episodes that go beyond surface-level solutions.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for providing medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.

For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks.

We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden.