Migraine Heroes | Chronic Migraine, Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine with aura, Vestibular Migraine

Diane Ducarme

Are you doing everything right—avoiding triggers, taking meds—yet still waking up with migraines that steal your days? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. The Migraine Heroes Podcast is your lifeline to real, lasting relief beyond pills, guesswork, and frustration. Hosted by Diane Ducarme, who helped over 500 women finally reclaim their lives, this podcast dives into the real reasons behind your migraine symptoms—blending brain-based science with the natural healing wisdom of Eastern medicine. It's designed for chronic migraine sufferers like you, in quest for real answers. You will: - Learn how to use brain-location insights to decode your symptoms - Discover functional food strategies to restore your nervous system - Hear inspiring real-life stories from migraine heroes who found freedom. Tune in every Monday and Wednesday and tap into a fan-favorite episode now and start your journey to natural healing—because your body already holds the answers.

  1. -7 h

    5 Reasons Migraine Sufferers Struggle With Histamine Sensitivity

    You're eating healthy foods, choosing fermented products, leftovers, tomatoes, or avocado—yet your migraines seem to keep showing up. Could histamine be part of the puzzle? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the surprising connection between histamine sensitivity and migraines. Discover why foods that are considered healthy for many people can sometimes become hidden triggers for a sensitive nervous system. You’ll discover: 💡 Why histamine can trigger migraines even when your diet is full of nutritious foods 💡 The five key factors that can make migraine sufferers more vulnerable to histamine overload 💡 Practical steps you can take today to lower your histamine load and better understand your migraine patterns Histamine sensitivity is rarely about one food alone. It’s often the result of multiple factors interacting within the gut, immune system, hormones, and nervous system. This episode helps you connect the dots so you can make more informed choices and feel more in control of your health journey. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Low Serum Diamine Oxidase Activity Levels in Patients with Migraine (Izquierdo-Casas et al., 2018): This study found DAO deficiency was more common in people with migraine, suggesting impaired histamine breakdown may be linked to migraine susceptibility. Read more here. Histamine and Histamine Intolerance (Maintz & Novak, 2007): This review explains how reduced histamine degradation, especially through DAO, may contribute to symptoms such as headache, flushing, gastrointestinal issues, and allergy-like reactions. Read more here.Histamine-Free Diet for Food Intolerance and Chronic Headaches (Wantke, Götz, & Jarisch, 1993): This study tested a histamine-free diet in people with food or wine intolerance and chronic headaches, supporting dietary histamine reduction as a possible strategy. Read more hereThe Role of Mast Cells in Migraine Pathophysiology (Theoharides et al., 2005): This review explores how mast cell activation may contribute to migraine through inflammatory, neuroimmune, and vasodilatory pathways. Read more here.Histamine and Migraine Revisited (Worm, Falkenberg, & Olesen, 2019): I could not verify the Gazerani & Cairns citation as written, but this matching review examines histamine’s role in migraine mechanisms and possible drug targets. Read more here. Ovarian Hormones and Migraine Headache — Part I (Martin & Behbehani, 2006): This review explains how estrogen and progesterone may influence migraine through effects on neurotransmitters, pain processing, and brain excitability. Read more here. 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,

    12 min

  2. -5 j

    Why You Feel Irritated Before a Migraine Attack

    Do you suddenly feel emotionally reactive, impatient, or irritated… only to realize a migraine is coming hours later? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why irritability before a migraine is often a neurological warning sign — not a personality flaw. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing insights, this episode explains what happens inside the brain and nervous system in the early stages of a migraine attack. You’ll discover: 💡 Why feeling irritable or emotionally “on edge” before a migraine is often part of the neurological migraine process 💡 What changes inside the brain and nervous system during the hours leading up to an attack 💡 How to recognize these emotional warning signs early so you can support your body before symptoms escalate If you’ve ever felt guilty, confused, or frustrated by mood changes before a migraine, this episode will help you understand that your brain may have been signaling distress long before the pain arrived. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Pathophysiology of Migraine (Goadsby et al., 2017): This review explains migraine as a disorder of sensory processing involving trigeminovascular pathways, altered brain excitability, and neuropeptide signaling. Read more here. he Migraine Generator Revisited: Continuous Scanning of the Migraine Cycle Over 30 Days (Schulte & May, 2016): This study tracked brain activity throughout the migraine cycle and identified changes in the hypothalamus before migraine attacks, supporting its role in attack generation. Read more here.Migraine: Multiple Processes, Complex Pathophysiology (Burstein et al., 2015): This review describes migraine as a disorder involving trigeminovascular activation, sensitization, cortical spreading depression, and altered pain processing across multiple brain networks. Read more here.Pathophysiology of Migraine (Pietrobon & Moskowitz, 2013): This review summarizes the biological mechanisms underlying migraine, including genetic factors, cortical spreading depression, trigeminovascular activation, and central sensitization. Read more here. Brain Activations in the Premonitory Phase of Nitroglycerin-Triggered Migraine Attacks (Maniyar et al., 2014): This PET study found hypothalamic and brainstem activation during the premonitory phase, before migraine pain begins. Read more here. 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.

    13 min

  3. 29 juin

    Why Migraine Sufferers Become Hyper-Aware of Everything

    Do you feel like your brain notices everything — every noise, smell, emotion, light, or tiny body sensation — since living with migraines? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why chronic migraine sufferers often become hyper-aware and constantly “on alert.” Through a blend of neuroscience and holistic healing insights, this episode unpacks how repeated overstimulation can reshape the nervous system over time. You’ll discover: 💡 Why living with chronic migraines can keep your brain stuck in a heightened state of alertness 💡 How overstimulation may increase sensitivity to noise, stress, smells, emotions, and physical sensations 💡 Simple ways to calm hyper-vigilance and help your nervous system feel safer and more regulated again If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the world around you — or frustrated that your brain seems unable to “switch off” — this episode will help you better understand the protective patterns behind migraine sensitivity. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Migraine Pathophysiology: Lessons from Mouse Models and Human Genetics (Ferrari et al., 2015): This review links human migraine genetics with mouse models, showing how inherited mutations can increase brain excitability, glutamatergic signaling, and susceptibility to cortical spreading depression. Read more here. Pathophysiology of Migraine: A Disorder of Sensory Processing (Goadsby et al., 2017): This major review explains migraine as a disorder of sensory processing involving trigeminovascular pathways, altered brain excitability, brainstem mechanisms, neuropeptides, and pain modulation. Read more here. Migraine: A Chronic Sympathetic Nervous System Disorder (Peroutka, 2004): This paper argues that migraine may involve chronic sympathetic nervous system dysfunction, including altered norepinephrine activity and autonomic features between and during attacks. Read more here. Habituation and Migraine (Coppola, Pierelli, & Schoenen, 2009): It explains how migraine brains often show reduced habituation to repeated sensory stimulation. Read more here.Habituation and Migraine (Coppola, Pierelli, & Schoenen, 2009): This review explores how people with migraine show abnormal responses to repeated sensory stimuli, suggesting altered brain processing may contribute to migraine susceptibility. Read more here.Migraine: Multiple Processes, Complex Pathophysiology (Burstein, Noseda, & Borsook, 2015): This review describes migraine as a disorder involving trigeminovascular activation, sensitization, cortical spreading depression, and altered pain processing across multiple brain networks. Read more here. 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.

    17 min

  4. 24 juin

    The Migraine Hangover Nobody Talks About

    The migraine pain is gone… so why do you still feel exhausted, emotional, foggy, or completely drained afterward? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the often-overlooked “migraine hangover” phase — also known as the postdrome stage. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing insights, this episode explains why your brain and nervous system may still be recovering long after the pain disappears. You’ll discover: 💡 Why migraines can leave you feeling emotionally fragile, foggy, shaky, or deeply fatigued even after the headache ends 💡 What your nervous system may actually be recovering from during the post-migraine phase — and why pushing through can prolong the cycle 💡 Simple ways to support your brain and help your body recover more gently after a migraine attack If you’ve ever wondered why you still don’t feel “normal” after the migraine is over, this episode will help you understand what your brain may still be processing beneath the surface. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Migraine—Current Understanding and Treatment (Goadsby, Lipton, & Ferrari, 2002): This landmark review provides an overview of migraine mechanisms, highlighting the role of the trigeminovascular system, neurovascular interactions, and emerging treatment approaches. It helped shift the understanding of migraine from a purely vascular disorder to a complex neurological disease. Read more here.The Migraine Postdrome (Giffin et al., 2016): This study examined the postdrome phase of migraine, often called the “migraine hangover,” and found that many patients experience symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and mood changes after headache pain has resolved. Read more here.Migraine: Disease Characterisation, Biomarkers, and Precision Medicine (Ashina et al., 2021): This comprehensive review explores migraine as a complex brain disorder, discussing advances in neuroimaging, biomarkers, genetics, and precision medicine approaches that may improve diagnosis and treatment. Read more here.The Pathophysiology of Migraine: Implications for Clinical Management (Charles, 2018): This review explains migraine as a disorder involving altered brain excitability, cortical spreading depolarization, activation of trigeminal pain pathways, and neuropeptide release. It also discusses how these mechanisms inform modern migraine therapies. Read more here.Migraine (Dodick, 2018): This comprehensive review summarizes the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of migraine, emphasizing its substantial global burden and the emergence of targeted therapies such as CGRP-based treatments. Read more here. 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.

    10 min

  5. 22 juin

    Why Nausea & Migraines Are Linked Through the Gut-Brain Axis

    Why do so many migraine attacks come with nausea, bloating, stomach discomfort, or digestive shutdown? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the powerful connection between migraines and the gut-brain axis. Blending neuroscience with holistic healing perspectives, this episode reveals why nausea is not “just a symptom,” but often part of the migraine process itself. You’ll discover: 💡 Why nausea is deeply connected to the migraine process — not simply a secondary side effect 💡 How the gut-brain axis can increase inflammation, stress signaling, and nervous system overload during attacks 💡 Simple ways to calm your digestive system at home that may help reduce migraine-related nausea naturally If you’ve ever felt like your stomach and brain are reacting together during migraines, this episode will help you better understand the deeper connection behind your symptoms. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Pathophysiology of Migraine (Goadsby et al., 2017): This review explains migraine as a disorder of sensory processing involving trigeminovascular pathways, altered brain excitability, and brainstem dysfunction. Read more here.Gut Microbiota and Migraine (related alternative): This review explains how microbiota-mediated gut–brain crosstalk may contribute to migraine pathophysiology. Read more here.Gastric Stasis in Migraine (Aurora et al., 2006): This paper examines delayed gastric emptying in migraine patients during and between attacks. Read more here.The CGRP Pathway in Migraine (Edvinsson, 2018): This paper reviews CGRP as a key migraine pathway and therapeutic target. Read more here.Gut Feelings: Gut–Brain Communication (Mayer, 2011): This review explores bidirectional communication between the gut and brain, including effects on digestion, emotion, motivation, and higher cognitive functions. Read more here. 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.

    12 min

  6. 17 juin

    5 Reasons Temperature-Sensitive Brains Struggle Going From Heat to Air Conditioning

    Do you feel fine outside in the heat… only to walk into strong air conditioning and suddenly feel dizzy, foggy, or on the edge of a migraine? In this episode of The Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores why temperature-sensitive brains often struggle with rapid shifts between heat and cold environments. Blending neuroscience with holistic insights, this episode unpacks how sudden temperature changes can stress the nervous system and quietly lower your migraine threshold. You’ll discover: 💡 Why rapid temperature shifts can overwhelm a migraine-sensitive brain even when the temperatures seem “normal” 💡 How blood vessels, hydration, and sensory nerves react when moving from heat into cold air conditioning 💡 Simple ways to help your brain feel calmer, safer, and more stable during summer heat or heavily air-conditioned spaces If you’ve ever felt triggered by cold offices, supermarkets, airplanes, or strong AC after being outside in the heat, this episode will help you better understand what your body may be trying to tell you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Pathophysiology of Migraine (Goadsby et al., 2017): This major review explains migraine as a disorder of sensory processing involving trigeminovascular pathways, altered brain excitability, and brainstem dysfunction. Read more here. Migraine: Multiple Processes, Complex Pathophysiology (Burstein, Noseda & Borsook, 2015): This review explores the multiple neural and sensory processes involved in migraine, including trigeminal activation, sensitization, and altered sensory integration. Read more here.Water Deprivation and Migraine (Blau, 2005 – related alternative): This paper discusses dehydration and water deprivation as potential migraine triggers in susceptible individuals. Read more here.Weather and Air Pollution as Triggers of Severe Headaches (Mukamal et al., 2009): This study investigates whether weather conditions and ambient air pollution transiently increase the risk of severe headaches. Read more here.The Premonitory Phase of Migraine (Maniyar et al., 2014): This study examines brain activations during the premonitory phase of nitroglycerin-triggered migraine attacks, before the headache phase begins. Read more here. 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.

    13 min

  7. 15 juin

    Why Treating Vertigo Anxiety Like “Just Anxiety” Keeps People Stuck

    What if your vertigo anxiety isn’t “just anxiety” — but your brain and body reacting to feeling deeply unsafe and unsteady? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the complex relationship between vertigo, dizziness, and anxiety. When the world feels like it’s spinning, your nervous system naturally shifts into survival mode. But too often, people are told to simply “calm down” without addressing what may actually be happening inside the brain and body. Blending neuroscience with a compassionate, holistic perspective, this episode helps you understand why the cycle of vertigo and anxiety can become so difficult to break — and what true regulation may really require. You’ll discover: 💡 Why vertigo and dizziness can trigger powerful neurological fear responses that feel impossible to “think away” 💡 How to tell the difference between anxiety creating symptoms versus symptoms creating anxiety 💡 What your nervous system may truly need to feel grounded, safe, and steady again This episode is a reminder that your symptoms are not “all in your head.” Sometimes, anxiety is not the root cause — but the consequence of a body and brain struggling to regain balance. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: The Epidemiology of Dizziness and Vertigo (Neuhauser, 2016): This chapter reviews the prevalence and population burden of dizziness and vertigo disorders worldwide. Read more here.Chronic Subjective Dizziness and PPPD (Staab, 2012): This review explains chronic subjective dizziness and the evolution toward Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), emphasizing visual dependence, anxiety, and altered vestibular processing. Read more here.Diagnostic Criteria for Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (Staab et al., 2017): This consensus paper establishes the official diagnostic criteria for PPPD within the International Classification of Vestibular Disorders. Read more here. Vestibular Migraine (Beh, 2019): This review is specifically titled Vestibular Migraine: How to Sort it Out and What to Do About it and covers diagnosis, symptoms, and management. Read more here.Vestibular Dysfunction and Anxiety (Jacob, Furman & Balaban, 2001): This paper directly covers the interface between vestibular dysfunction and anxiety, replacing the weak Continuum citation. Read more here.Multisensory Integration in Balance Control (Bronstein, 2016): This chapter directly matches the topic of multisensory integration in balance control across vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive systems. Read more here.Central Vestibular Disorders (Brandt & Dieterich, 2017): This review focuses on central vestibular disorders and bilateral vestibular circuitry, which is a cleaner match than the earlier incorrect Brain citation. Read more here. 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.

    14 min

  8. 10 juin

    The “Good Girl” Migraine Pattern: When Suppressing Yourself Becomes Physical Pain

    Have you ever noticed that the more you suppress your emotions, stay “easy,” or avoid conflict… the worse your migraines become? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores the hidden connection between emotional suppression, people pleasing, and chronic migraine patterns. Through a blend of neuroscience, stress physiology, and holistic healing wisdom, you’ll discover why constantly abandoning your own needs may quietly overload your nervous system and turn emotional tension into physical pain. You’ll discover: 💡 Why always being the “good,” “strong,” or accommodating person can keep your nervous system stuck in survival mode 💡 How suppressed emotions, conflict avoidance, and people pleasing may contribute to migraine patterns inside the body 💡 A gentle shift you can begin today to honor your needs without becoming selfish or disconnected from others This episode is an invitation to stop seeing migraines as “just physical” and start understanding the emotional patterns your body may be trying to communicate. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Migraine Burden and Disability (Adams, Buse et al., 2015): This paper reports baseline results from the CaMEO study, covering chronic migraine impact, headache-related disability, and burden. Read more here.Stress and Migraine Interaction (Sauro & Becker, 2009): This review explains how stress interacts with migraine and why stress-management skills may help reduce migraine burden. Read more here.Emotional Processing in Migraine (Wilcox et al., 2016 – related): This study examines increased limbic brain activation during negative emotional processing in migraine. Read more here.Psychological Risk Factors in Headache (Nicholson et al., 2007 – related): This paper reviews how stress, negative affect, and cognitive-emotional factors influence headache development, pain perception, and disability. Read more here.Migraine in Women (MacGregor, 2017): This review focuses on hormonal influences on migraine in women, including menstrual migraine, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Read more here.Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adult Health (Felitti et al., 1998): This landmark study links childhood abuse and household dysfunction with later-life health risks and leading causes of death. Read more here. 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.

    13 min
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Are you doing everything right—avoiding triggers, taking meds—yet still waking up with migraines that steal your days? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. The Migraine Heroes Podcast is your lifeline to real, lasting relief beyond pills, guesswork, and frustration. Hosted by Diane Ducarme, who helped over 500 women finally reclaim their lives, this podcast dives into the real reasons behind your migraine symptoms—blending brain-based science with the natural healing wisdom of Eastern medicine. It's designed for chronic migraine sufferers like you, in quest for real answers. You will: - Learn how to use brain-location insights to decode your symptoms - Discover functional food strategies to restore your nervous system - Hear inspiring real-life stories from migraine heroes who found freedom. Tune in every Monday and Wednesday and tap into a fan-favorite episode now and start your journey to natural healing—because your body already holds the answers.

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