Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, and Dr. Elizabeth Yarnell, ND, delve into the connections between diet, migraines, and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Yarnell shares her expertise on managing migraines through dietary adjustments and food sensitivity testing. They discuss the impact of chronic inflammation, the mediator release test (MRT), and personalized health plans using genetic testing. Key dietary elements, including high fructose corn syrup, food additives, and alternative sweeteners, are examined for their role in inflammation. The episode also covers hydration solutions and non-pharmaceutical migraine treatments. Listener questions on migraine triggers and genetics are addressed before concluding with insights on upcoming episodes. Find out your genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com.

(0:00) Introduction and guest Dr. Elizabeth Yarnell

(0:58) Dr. Yarnell's background in migraines and MS

(3:40) Role of diet in managing migraines and health

(4:32) Food sensitivity testing and inflammation triggers

(10:39) Chronic inflammation detection in migraine management

(11:07) Mediator release test (MRT) explained

(18:54) Personalized health plans and genetic testing

(21:37) Key dietary elements to reduce inflammation

(25:54) High fructose corn syrup and food additives impact

(31:44) Natural flavors and oxalates: health implications

(36:23) Evaluating alternative sweeteners

(38:58) Accessing MRT testing for food sensitivities

(44:17) Hydration solutions: Electrolyte drinks

(49:06) Interview wrap-up and listener questions introduction

(50:12) Listener questions on migraine triggers and genetics

(53:10) Non-pharmaceutical migraine treatments

(54:30) Sponsor: Migraine Shield Supplements

(55:00) Closing remarks and next episode preview