Podcasts about migraines

For women with chronic illness, the dread that builds ahead of a hard week can cost you more than the week itself.You spend Sunday running the work, the appointments, the flare you're sure is coming — and by Monday your body has already lived it three times over. This mini is about that anticipatory dread, one of the emotional patterns that quietly drains the energy your body needs, and the simple shift that stops you living the hard thing twice. It's one of the most relatable patterns I see in women with chronic illness and autoimmune illness, and almost no one connects it to how depleted they feel.In this episode, you'll discover:Why dreading a hard week can wear you out more than the week itself doesWhat your body does when you rehearse something stressful that hasn't happened yetOne question that pulls you out of the dread and back into the day you're actually inUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns that may be connected to your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Being symptom-free is the whole goal. And for a lot of women with chronic illness, it's also the most uncomfortable place to be.When your symptoms finally ease and a good stretch arrives, something feels off instead of freeing. So you spend it waiting for the crash, watching the horizon, unable to relax into the exact thing you've been working toward. This episode is about that fear of feeling good — one of the emotional patterns behind chronic illness and autoimmune illness in women that almost no one connects to their physical symptoms and why it keeps your body stuck.In this episode, you'll discover:Why a good stretch can leave you more on edge than a flare doesWhat your body is actually doing in the moments you can't let yourself enjoyThe one shift that lets you finally enjoy a good day instead of anxiously awaiting something to come ruin itUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns that may be connected to your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Find out how to stop a migraine before it starts! Discover a natural migraine relief protocol, essential migraine prevention tips, and the best migraine prevention supplements for preventing migraines before they begin.0:00 How to stop a migraine headache 0:40 Migraine and mitochondria connection1:31 Vitamin B2 migraine2:59 Throbbing migraine causes 3:53 Migraine supplements 5:27 Migraines in women6:07 Magnesium for migraines 6:33 How to prevent migraines6:50 Common migraine triggers

What if the belief you're holding about your own future is the very thing keeping you from healing?For a lot of women with chronic illness, hope feels almost impossible to hold onto. Your body hurts, the evidence that you can get better is thin, and somewhere along the way you decided this might just be your life now. But that belief shapes everything you do next, and the emotional patterns underneath it have a real effect on whether anything changes. This mini is about why you have to believe better is possible before the proof arrives, not after, and the one shift that starts building that belief on real things that are actually happening.In this mini, you'll discover:Why believing healing is possible has to come before the evidence, not afterThe reason hope feels so hard to hold when you're the one living in a body that hurtsOne shift that turns every small win into proof your body can get better7-DAY AUDIO SERIES: Becoming the Version of You Who HealsThat 3am thought, "what if this is just my life now?", stops being the thing you wake up to. You start to believe something can actually be different, even after everything you've tried that didn't hold. Start today - CLICK HERE!For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Taking time off to heal was supposed to be the thing that finally worked. So why do you feel exactly the same, or worse?Here's what nobody tells women with chronic illness who step back from work to recover. Stopping your job is not the same as resting your body. And if you've quietly turned getting better into your new full-time job, complete with targets, a timeline and a daily verdict on whether you're passing or failing, your body is still under pressure. It never actually stopped. This episode is about the emotional patterns underneath that pressure, why it keeps your body locked out of the state it needs to repair, and what real rest actually looks like.In this episode, you'll discover:Why taking time off to heal can make your chronic illness worse instead of betterThe hidden pressure you've been putting on your body since the day you stopped work, or the day you took leaveWhy rest hasn't been working, and what has to shift before your body can actually repairFREE CHATGPT PROMPTClick here to download my FREE ChatGPT prompt that helps connect your real physical symptoms to the emotional patterns that may be underneath them in 30 seconds!For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

HOUR 1: Migraines and the epidemic of angry beavers. full 2307 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0000 2wNhC5h75hilF5I2v9IuOUJzC6d70mqL news The Dana & Parks Podcast news HOUR 1: Migraines and the epidemic of angry beavers. You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?fee

Migraines in midlife can feel unpredictable—but they may not be as random as they first appear. Hormonal fluctuations, stress, disrupted sleep, skipped meals, dehydration, food sensitivities, and weather changes can overlap until the body crosses its individual migraine threshold. In this deeply personal episode of Tea & Truth, Lynne shares what it was like to live with almost-daily, debilitating migraines. Her attacks frequently forced her to leave work, pull over while driving to be sick, and visit her doctor for injections when her usual medication couldn't control the pain. Her turning point came when she attended a headache clinic while studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Together, those experiences helped her combine appropriate migraine care with a more holistic understanding of her triggers, eating habits, stress, hydration, sleep, and overall lifestyle. Today, Lynne's migraines are far less frequent and are usually associated with weather and barometric-pressure changes. In This Episode You'll learn: Why migraine is much more than a bad headache How estrogen fluctuations may affect migraines in perimenopause Why migraines may change before and after menopause The difference between an underlying migraine condition and an individual trigger How food, skipped meals, blood-sugar swings, and dehydration may contribute Why cravings can sometimes be an early migraine symptom How stress and disrupted sleep may lower your migraine threshold Why storms and barometric-pressure changes can trigger attacks How to track patterns without becoming fearful or overly restrictive Practical ways to reduce your overall trigger load When a new, severe, or changing headache needs prompt medical attention You may not be able to control every trigger—especially the weather—but understanding your personal patterns may help you feel more prepared, informed, and empowered.   Explore Lynne's Migraine Book Lynne is also the author of Conquering Migraines: Your Guide to a Life Without Pain, an educational resource inspired by her own journey with debilitating migraines. The book explores possible migraine triggers and practical food and lifestyle strategies that may help readers become more informed participants in their care. Find Conquering Migraines on Amazon   Connect with Lynne Imagine not having to figure out midlife on your own. Join The Energized Healthy Women's Club, Lynne's private community for women who want practical support, honest conversation, and encouragement through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Join the group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Schedule a gentle chat about your next steps: https://calendly.com/lynnewadsworth/30min Website: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth   Did You Enjoy the Podcast? If this episode helped you, please follow Living Life Naturally and leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or iHeartRadio. Your review helps more women discover these conversations and feel less alone in their midlife health journey. Please consider sharing this episode with a friend who lives with migraines or has noticed that her headaches are changing in midlife. Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and isn't intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. It isn't a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding headaches, migraine symptoms, medications, hormone therapy, dietary changes, or any other health concerns. Seek immediate medical attention for sudden, severe, new, or unusual headache symptoms.

You've been waiting for the right doctor, the right protocol, the right person to finally fix you. What if the problem was never that you haven't found them yet?There's a belief almost every woman with chronic illness carries about how healing happens, and it quietly hands control of your body to everyone but you. Most women have no idea they're doing it, and it's costing them more than they realize.In this mini, you'll discover:The difference between waiting to get better and waiting to be rescuedWhy the belief that someone else will fix you keeps your healing at a standstillOne honest shift that changes how you approach your recoveryUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns that may be connected to your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

After years of hearing traumatic birth stories and questioning whether parenthood was right for her, Heidi Gustad entered pregnancy determined to make informed decisions every step of the way. When she was diagnosed with insulin-managed gestational diabetes, debilitating migraines, and a rare umbilical cord abnormality called an umbilical vein varix, the birth center birth she had envisioned was suddenly no longer an option.   In this episode, Heidi shares how evidence-based education, a supportive care team, and careful preparation helped her navigate unexpected changes with confidence. She and Dr. Dekker discuss what it was like to advocate for herself through multiple diagnoses, switch care providers late in pregnancy, and prepare for a hospital birth while still hoping for an unmedicated labor. Heidi also shares the surprising series of events that led to spontaneous labor before her scheduled induction, and how she welcomed her baby after a fast, nine-hour labor.   (01:36) Overcoming a lifelong fear of pregnancy and choosing parenthood (05:13) Navigating migraines, gestational diabetes, and changing providers (08:52) Risking out of birth center care and finding the right hospital (11:11) Understanding a rare umbilical vein varix diagnosis (17:47) Building confidence through education, advocacy, and a supportive birth team (21:59) Preparing for birth with physical therapy, acupuncture, and evidence-based resources (25:50) Spontaneous labor begins weeks before a scheduled induction (32:02) Coping strategies for a fast, unmedicated labor (37:19) Postpartum recovery and breastfeeding (40:42) Heidi's advice on informed decision-making and birth preferences (43:06) Using anxiety and pain-coping techniques during labor   Resources Listen to EBB's Natural Induction Series on Acupuncture, Raspberry Red Leaf Tea, and Nipple Stimulation: evidencebasedbirth.com/category/series/natural-labor-induction-series/ EBB 304 – Q & A on PPD/Pitocin, Delayed Cord Clamping, Nubain, and Placental encapsulation: evidencebasedbirth.com/ebb-304-q-and-a-on-ppd-pitocin-delayed-cord-clamping-nubain-and-placental-encapsulation/ Read the research on Umbilical Chord Varix Fetal intra-abdominal umbilical vein varix: retrospective cohort study and systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28876490/ Isolated fetal umbilical vein varix and the association with intrauterine fetal death and fetal growth restriction: A systematic review, meta-analysis, and nested retrospective cohort study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38502055/ The Development of the Umbilical Vein and Its Anatomical and Clinical Significance: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11954436/ Learn more about Spinning Babies®: spinningbabies.com   For more information about Evidence Based Birth and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

There's a habit you can't break even though you know it's not good for you, and you've decided that makes you undisciplined. It doesn't…Every behavior you can't seem to quit is serving a hidden purpose, and that purpose is the reason it won't budge. For women with chronic illness, this is one of the emotional patterns shaping whether the body ever gets the conditions it needs to heal, and no protocol is built to find it. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how I'd coach you through breaking one.In this episode, you'll discover:The real reason you reach for your phone, skip the appointment, or push past your limit, and why it was never about willpower or discipline.You'll learn how each of these behaviors is serving a purpose for you.And we'll get into how to uncover that hidden goal and meet the need a different way, one that serves you and your healing instead of working against it.Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns that may be connected to your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

A rash baffled 25 years of dermatologists. It disappeared in a week once Dr. Steven Zodkoy traced it to a childhood memory. Here's what that case, and the concept of a "biofilm," has to do with your migraines and your bladder. Dr. Chris Motley sits down with Dr. Steven Zodkoy, a chiropractor and applied kinesiologist who became the first in his field to pass the American College of Nutrition exam, a credential previously reserved for MDs and PhDs. Thirty-five years into practice, Dr. Zodkoy specializes in the patient conventional medicine gave up on: the migraine sufferer, the "recurring UTI" patient who never actually had a UTI, the chronic fatigue case with a normal bloodwork panel. His framework rests on one idea most doctors do not test for: the biofilm, a sticky protective layer that bacteria, viruses, mold, and parasites lay down to hide from the immune system and from treatment. Once one pathogen builds a biofilm, Zodkoy argues, it invites others in, which is why a "cured" infection so often resurfaces as something else entirely, chronic sinusitis becoming Lyme-like fatigue, a bladder infection becoming a lifetime of unexplained pelvic tightness, a resistant childhood strain becoming an adult autoimmune diagnosis.  Key Takeaways Biofilms are why a "cleared" infection keeps coming back as something else. A biofilm is the mucous-like shield a bacterium, virus, parasite, or mold colony builds to hide from the immune system and from antibiotics. Once it's there, he says, it invites other pathogens to shelter in it too, which can explain why chronic sinusitis, Lyme-linked fatigue, and mold exposure so often show up in the same patient.  Interstitial cystitis is frequently a tight-bladder problem being treated as a recurrent UTI. Dr. Zodkoy's read: stress and anxiety tighten the bladder, it never fully empties, and what's left behind gets infected, so the antibiotic treats a symptom while the muscle stays tight and the infections keep returning. His protocol adjusts the pelvic floor and pubic symphysis, then layers in biofilm-breaking supplements and emotional work.  A 25-year rash resolved after one round of Neuro-Emotional Technique tied to an age-seven memory. Every physical test on this patient, mold, yeast, parasites, heavy metals, came back clean. Emotional testing didn't.  His migraine protocol runs liver support first, nervous system second, emotional work third, in that order, on purpose. Dr. Zodkoy's 1992 theory ties migraines to a slow-functioning liver overloaded by chemical exposure, hormones, or diet. He walks us through his 8-week liver protocol, 16 weeks including autonomic nervous system support, and a 96% success rate once emotional work is added. You cannot do deep detox or trauma work on a nervous system that has nothing left. There's no point moving to detox, biofilm-clearing, or emotional release until a patient's self-rated energy crosses roughly 50 to 60 out of 100.  [00:00:00] Cold open: migraines, interstitial cystitis, chronic fatigue, and the biofilm nobody explains  [00:02:02] Origin story: "doctor, lawyer, doctor" and practicing three months before 25  [00:04:04] Why he became a nutritionist first: the autonomic nervous system as the missing piece  [00:06:08] Finding a hidden emotion: the six-minute visit versus a real history  [00:09:37] The HPA axis toolkit: DHEA, GABA, adaptogens, and a gut bacterium built for stress  [00:11:27] NET, emotion code, and generational trauma: "it doesn't have to be real, it has to be believed"  [00:14:36] The 25-year rash: a muscle test, a forgotten age seven, and a mother's confession  [00:19:04] Migraines: the 1992 liver theory, the 80/20 split, and a claimed 96% success rate  [00:23:43] Interstitial cystitis is not a UTI: the tight bladder nobody is treating [00:27:06]  Killing the biofilm: natokinase, antimicrobials, and cranial electrotherapy stimulation  [00:31:29] The sympathetic-parasympathetic seesaw, and why healing collapses without it  [00:34:59] The "oomph" scale: testing cortisol at home and in the office  [00:36:27] The protocol in order: glandulars, adaptogens, and parasympathetic support, dosed on purpose  [00:43:30] Chronic fatigue, sinus biofilms, and the "house party" that becomes Lyme, EBV, and mold  [00:47:19] Parasites in America, and the TG/HDL ratio he says predicts heart risk  [01:00:02] Closing: where to find Dr. Zodkoy, and a teed-up follow-up on the healthcare system Resources Mentioned Tools & Products Biofilm Clear: Zodkoy's stated favorite combination product for breaking down biofilms, made up of natokinase, serrapeptase, lumbrokinase, and bromelain. He describes dosing at 2000 IU for patients under 50 and up to 4000 IU for patients over 50 with abnormal bloodwork. CP2305 (referenced in audio as "PC2305"): a Lactobacillus gasseri probiotic strain studied for stress and HPA-axis effects. True Laser: a home low-level laser device Zodkoy places over the vagus nerve. Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) units: clip-on-the-ear devices Zodkoy uses for anxiety, sleep, depression, and (with pads placed over the bladder) interstitial cystitis relief. Adrenal glandular products (brand examples given: Adrenal Complex from Designs for Health, Adrenal from Orthomolecular, Cortex from Thorne Research), used at a fraction of label dose, one pill in the morning only, per Zodkoy's protocol. Adaptogens referenced: ashwagandha, holy basil, rhodiola, cordyceps. • Nervous-system support referenced: DHEA, L-theanine, GABA, phosphatidylserine, adrenoglandulars. Antimicrobials referenced for biofilm-associated infections: berberine, olive leaf, oregano. Nutrients referenced for liver-support migraine protocol: B vitamins, glutathione, NAC. Concepts referenced: HPA axis (hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal): the stress-response pathway Zodkoy targets before any other intervention. Applied kinesiology: manual muscle testing Zodkoy uses to distinguish emotional, physical, biochemical, parasitic, fungal, or toxic causes of a symptom. NET (Neuro-Emotional Technique), Emotion Code, Body Code: hands-on techniques used to locate and release stored emotional triggers. Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system balance: the "seesaw" framework underlying his treatment sequencing. • Triglyceride-to-HDL ratio: Zodkoy's preferred cardiovascular risk marker over total cholestero Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. ------  Follow Doctor Motley! 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If headaches or migraines keep disrupting your life, it may be time to look beyond the pain and ask what's triggering them. Registered dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent explore how blood sugar swings, dehydration, stress, sleep, hormones, food sensitivities, and nutrient deficiencies may all contribute to recurring headaches and migraines. Learn practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to help identify your personal triggers, reduce your “migraine load,” and support lasting relief.

If headaches or migraines keep disrupting your life, it may be time to look beyond the pain and ask what's triggering them. Registered dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent explore how blood sugar swings, dehydration, stress, sleep, hormones, food sensitivities, and nutrient deficiencies may all contribute to recurring headaches and migraines. Learn practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to help identify your personal triggers, reduce your “migraine load,” and support lasting relief.

In this episode, I tackle one of the most talked-about topics in the functional and alternative medicine world: MTHFR. So many women have been told that this one gene is the reason behind their migraines and other chronic symptoms, but the real story is much more nuanced than that. I break down what MTHFR actually does, why I believe the conversation around it has gotten distorted, and why the bigger issue may have more to do with synthetic folic acid, digestion, and the body's overall ability to get nutrients where they need to go. If you've ever been told your genes are the problem, this episode will give you a much fuller picture. If you're ready to address the root drivers of your migraines, you can book a free consultation at the link below: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/apply Free Training: 5 Proven Steps to Being Migraine Free (Even if you think you've already tried everything.) https://www.drlesliecisar.com/5SHMN Connect with us: Website: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/ Free Facebook Group: Healing Migraines Naturally, with Leslie Cisar, ND Ready to try something radically different that actually works? Read more about my approach here: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/map In health,Dr. Leslie Cisar

That flash of feeling you get when someone else's life looks easier than yours has a name, and it probably isn't the one you think.For women with chronic illness, watching other people move through the world without managing a body first can bring up something sharp, and most women judge themselves for it and push it straight back down. But that feeling is one of the most useful emotional signals you have. It doesn't make you bitter. It points, with real precision, at what you actually want your life to look like.In this mini, you'll discover:The difference between jealousy and envy, and why naming it correctly changes everythingWhy envy is a signal worth listening to instead of a feeling to be ashamed ofThe simple way to trace that feeling back to what you actually want, and reach a version of it nowMy free ChatGPT prompt connects your physical symptoms to the emotional patterns underneath them in under 30 seconds, free for now. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Screens are often unavoidable but that doesn't mean your eyes and brain have to stay overwhelmed all day.In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme shares nine realistic ways to make computers, phones, and tablets easier on a migraine-sensitive nervous system—without giving up work, communication, or productivity.You'll learn:

Look at what you're worried about today and how much of it is technically someone else's to deal with…Your partner's stress. Your sister's bad decision. The situation at work that landed on someone else's desk. Somewhere along the way you appointed yourself the person responsible for how it all turns out, for everyone, but no one ever actually handed you that job. For women with chronic illness, this emotional pattern of over-functioning can fuel physical symptoms and women don't even know they are doing it!In this episode, you'll discover:Why almost every problem you're having right now, at its root, is a relationship problemI'll teach you an easy hack to separate what is actually yours to deal with from what belongs to someone elseAnd we'll dive into how carrying the weight of everyone else's problems impacts physical symptoms and flare upsMy free ChatGPT prompt connects your physical symptoms to the emotional patterns underneath them in under 30 seconds, free for now. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Is migraine really a neurological disease—or could your neck be the missing piece?In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves challenges one of the most common beliefs about migraines. He explains why a migraine diagnosis is based on symptoms—not necessarily the underlying cause—and why many people continue searching for answers after normal MRIs, CT scans, and medications.You'll learn how the neck, jaw, and shoulders can send pain into the same pathways that process migraine symptoms, why imaging often misses the real problem, and a simple self-assessment you can do at home to see whether your neck may be contributing to your headaches.You'll learn:Why migraine is a diagnosis based on symptomsWhat MRIs and CT scans are actually designed to rule outHow the trigeminal nerve processes head and facial painWhy neck dysfunction can create migraine-like symptomsWhy medications manage symptoms but don't identify the sourceFour simple ways to assess whether your neck may be involvedIf you've been told your scans are normal but you're still living with chronic migraines, this episode may change the way you think about what's really causing your symptoms.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like your symptoms don't quite fit together?Perhaps you've struggled with IBS, migraines, chronic fatigue, dizziness, joint pain or food sensitivities, yet every symptom has been treated in isolation. What if they were all connected?In this episode, I'm exploring the often-overlooked world of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD), and why being "double-jointed" is only a small part of the story.We'll discuss how connective tissue influences almost every system in the body, why hypermobility can affect your gut, immune system and nervous system, and why so many people spend years searching for answers before receiving a diagnosis.I also share why this topic has caught my attention recently, including reading Lena Dunham's memoir, where she describes how a reader recognised the signs of hypermobility after seeing a photograph of her bending her thumbs backwards. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the clues have been there all along—we've just never been taught how to connect them.We'll also look at the exciting changes coming to the diagnostic criteria for EDS and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders, and what these updates could mean for improving recognition and diagnosis in the future.Finally, I'll share some practical ways to support connective tissue, the nervous system and overall health through nutrition and lifestyle, regardless of whether you have a diagnosis.In this episode, we discuss:Why EDS is about far more than flexible jointsThe overlooked signs and symptoms of hypermobilityThe connection between hypermobility, IBS, bloating and gut motilityWhy migraines, dizziness and fatigue may share a common threadThe relationship between hypermobility, POTS and the autonomic nervous systemHistamine, mast cells and why some people become increasingly reactiveThe upcoming changes to EDS and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder diagnostic criteriaNutrition and lifestyle strategies to support connective tissue healthWhy understanding patterns—not just individual symptoms—can transform your health journeyIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who has been searching for answers to seemingly unrelated symptoms.

What if the reason your healing has stalled has almost nothing to do with your food, your gut or your hormones?For women with chronic illness, an estimated 95% of illness is caused or made worse by stress, which means the emotional patterns and emotional load you carry sit at the centre of the mind body connection and your physical symptoms. Obsessing over the physical while leaving that untouched is why the progress never quite comes.In this episode, you'll discover:Why focusing only on the physical leaves isn't ever going to get you the progress you want.How your emotional load creates real, measurable effects in the body that drive symptoms.Why the emotional side feels harder to reach than any protocol, and what actually helps.Now She Heals is a four-month healing experience where we dive into the emotional drivers fueling your chronic illness symptoms and I help you identify, process and release them. CLICK HERE for all the details.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Zoe has spent 13 years chasing down her migraines — trying 15 to 20 different approaches with zero relief before finally finding what's working.  In today's episode, Lifestyle U coach Zoe joins Lacey and Jensen to share her personal health journey — from childhood stress and lifelong constipation to debilitating migraines that started in high school and worsened dramatically in university. She walks through her path from Western medicine to functional health, the root-cause approaches she's tried (NUCCA chiropractic, fascia release, gut healing, candida protocols), and what she now tells clients about patience, nutrition, and getting to the root of chronic symptoms.   Key Takeaways: Chronic symptoms like constipation and migraines can be deeply tied to stress and emotional patterns, not just diet or genetics. Healing isn't linear — Zoe saw her gut health and skin improve quickly, while her migraines took years and multiple approaches (structural, hormonal, nutritional) before finding relief. Under-eating can stall healing and metabolism; properly fueling the body is often the real turning point, even if it means short-term weight gain.   Chapters: [00:00:00] - Welcome & Introducing Zoe [00:00:31] - How Zoe Became a Lifestyle U Coach [00:02:36] - Childhood Stress & Family Divorce [00:06:39] - First Symptom: Lifelong Constipation [00:10:26] - Migraines Begin in High School [00:14:50] - Getting Into Functional Health [00:19:59] - 15-20 Things Tried With Zero Migraine Relief [00:23:00] - NUCCA Chiropractic & Structural Root Causes [00:27:48] - Fascia Release Therapy Explained [00:36:19] - The Candida Diet & Breaking Sugar Addiction [00:44:52] - Gaining Weight While Healing (Under-Fueling) [00:53:06] - Advice for Anyone Struggling With Migraines   Want to Work With Us? Join us in the Root Cause Reset Program: https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/wellness-effect-906145 and use code "Wellness Effect" for a FREE functional lab test when you join the program. Follow us on Instagram: The Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnesseffectpod/ Lacey Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/laceeiskk/ Jensen - https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswjensen/ Kira Iskra - https://www.instagram.com/wellbykira/ Lifestyle U have helped over 1,000+ women transform their mind and body and become the best version of themselves. Want to be next? Click Here to Apply! - https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/apply If you loved this episode and want to hear more, subscribe and leave a review! Share this episode with a friend who's ready to start their own wellness journey. Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thewellnesseffectpod/ to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and tips.  

Could low blood pressure be quietly lowering your migraine threshold?In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast, host Diane Ducarme explores how reduced circulation, dizziness, fatigue, and brain fog may all be part of the same migraine picture. You'll learn why “normal” blood pressure does not always mean your body is getting the steady support it needs.You'll discover:

Rerelease!  When kids struggle with frequent headaches, are they stress-related? Hormonal? Something more serious? In this episode, pediatric neurologist and headache medicine specialist Daniel Noam Lax helps us make sense of one of the most common—and often misunderstood—health challenges. We explore what causes headaches and migraines, why adolescent girls are especially susceptible, and what families can do to support kids living with them. Show Notes: American Headache Society American Migraine Foundation Daniel N. Lax, MD Watch the full episode on Youtube! Join the LESS AWKWARD MEMBERSHIP HUB Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/TISA #rulapod Download Cash App Today: FAMILY10 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Go to Quince.com/AWKWARD for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns.  Download the FREE Playbook for Getting Your Kid to Talk Order our book This Is So Awkward Check out all our speaking and curriculum at www.lessawkward.com and our super comfy products at www.myoomla.com To bring us to your school or community email operations@lessawkward.com To submit listener questions email podcast@lessawkward.com Produced by Peoples Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why does your mind keep dragging you back to a moment from your past you can't change, and what is it doing to your body?For women with chronic illness, this kind of replaying is one of the emotional patterns most closely tied to physical symptoms, and it sits right at the heart of the mind body connection. Every time you go back and analyse what you should have said or done differently, your body produces a real physical response to something that is already over, keeping you trapped in a state of dis-ease your healing can't move past.In this episode, you'll discover:Why revisiting a moment from your past that you can't change takes a real physical toll on a body already dealing with chronic illness.How going back to that moment again and again drives your symptoms and your flares.One simple shift that breaks the loop and takes the physical load off your body.Becoming the Version of You Who Heals is my private 7-day audio series that helps you to rewire the mindset and identity keeping you stuck in chronic illness. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

If you're ready to address the root drivers of your migraines, you can book a free consultation at the link below: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/apply Free Training: 5 Proven Steps to Being Migraine Free (Even if you think you've already tried everything.) https://www.drlesliecisar.com/5SHMN Connect with us: Website: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/ Free Facebook Group: Healing Migraines Naturally, with Leslie Cisar, ND Ready to try something radically different that actually works? Read more about my approach here: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/map In health,Dr. Leslie Cisar

Why does every doctor seem to say something different about your hormones and your migraines?  In this episode, Debbie introduces a new way to picture your hormonal system, a triangle with your sex hormones at the tip and oxytocin, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid forming the base that holds everything up. Learn why treating estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone first, without addressing the foundation underneath, is why so many women feel like they're doing everything right and still stuck. In this episode:  Why sex hormones sit at the tip of the triangle, not the base  What oxytocin, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid each actually do  What it feels like when your foundation is unstable, even before a migraine shows up  Why it's normal for your hormones to change, and what actually is the problem Mentioned in this episode: Episode 7, The Hormone Hierarchy Loved this episode? Leave a review and let Debbie know what stood out to you. Hi, I'm Debbie Waidl, Migraine Freedom Expert and Functional Health Coach. I help women over 40 find freedom from chronic migraines by getting to the root cause, not just masking the symptoms. Show Notes Related Episodes: Episode 7: Understanding The Hormone Hierarchy FREE DOWNLOAD: Toxic Migraine Triggers Guide Get the complete guide showing you the hidden inflammatory triggers fueling your migraines, including toxins in your medication, environment, and everyday life. https://dwvirtualguide.com/free-guide Book a Free Migraine Breakthrough® Assessment: Let's assess your unique migraine situation and uncover what's been keeping you stuck. https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/breakthroughcall-social-7269 Migraine Sensitivity Scorecard https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/quiz Connect with Debbie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebbieWaidlCoach/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiewaidl.coach/ Women's Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensmigrainefreedom Website: https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/ Email: freedom@debbiewaidl.com Disclaimer: The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching, LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.    

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN HOW TO JOURNALSPEAK When Christian developed chronic dizziness, vestibular migraines, fatigue, and post-exertional crashes after COVID, his life quickly became organized around fear. As a sports broadcaster, his symptoms were especially intense at work—the very place where his identity, ambition, and ability to provide for his growing family felt most vulnerable. After normal medical testing and months of searching for answers, Christian found Mind Your Body, began JournalSpeak, and started to recognize that his nervous system was capable of change. But when his symptoms didn't disappear as quickly as he hoped, a new fear took over: What if he couldn't heal unless he quit his job? What if he hadn't reached rock bottom yet? In this hybrid success story and Real-Time Heal, I help Christian understand why his symptoms attached themselves to work, achievement, and self-worth—and why recovery doesn't require abandoning his life or waiting for his body to collapse. With his first son on the way, Christian begins to see this experience not as the end of the life he planned, but as an opportunity to build the emotional strength he'll carry into fatherhood. We talk about predictive coding, symptom monitoring, fear of crashes, and the importance of meeting symptoms with safety rather than panic. Christian believes his story will have a happy ending. My answer is simple: It already does. XO n. More for you: THIS WILL SELL OUT SO BOOK SOON!! Lisa and I will be teaching at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Miraval Austin from September 25–27 ⁠⁠⁠⁠for a relaxing, immersive retreat experience rooted in this work. You can learn more by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.NicoleSachs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and clicking the Retreats tab. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEW SUBSTACK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! So excited about this one :)) Want your questions answered directly by me?

The way women with chronic illness talk about their bodies out loud is quietly reinforcing the emotional patterns underneath their symptoms and it feels like nothing more than telling the truth.“I'm so tired.” “My body hates me.” “I'm a mess.” You have said these lines so many times you no longer hear them leave your mouth. But a thought you keep to yourself can pass, while a thought you speak out loud gets stamped deeper into your reality every single time.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the way you speak about your body out loud reinforces it far more than the thoughts you keep to yourselfThe difference between acknowledging a symptom and broadcasting it, and why one passes while the other sticksOne phrase to retire this week that quietly stops feeding the patternUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

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In this episode, I sit down with Jody to talk about what life was like when she was dealing with 15 to 28 migraines a month, daily headaches, dizziness, nausea, and overwhelming sensitivity to light, noise, and smells. She shares the long list of things she had already tried, from Mayo Clinic and Duke to Botox, triptans, Topamax, Ajovy, specialists, and countless other treatments, before she found a different path. We talk about what changed, what healing looked like for her in real life, and how she went from spending days in a dark room to building a successful baking business and getting her energy, confidence, and freedom back. If you're ready to address the root drivers of your migraines, you can book a free consultation at the link below: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/apply Free Training: 5 Proven Steps to Being Migraine Free (Even if you think you've already tried everything.) https://www.drlesliecisar.com/5SHMN Connect with us: Website: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/ Free Facebook Group: Healing Migraines Naturally, with Leslie Cisar, ND Ready to try something radically different that actually works? Read more about my approach here: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/map In health,Dr. Leslie Cisar

Dr Ginni Mansberg and Cath Mahoney separate health fact from fiction, unpacking a promising breakthrough in cancer prevention, what your grip strength really says about your health, and whether bone broth and olive oil deserve their wellness halo. Then, they reveal why midlife belly fat is different, what really drives hormonal migraines, and why sleep, stress, and strength training matter more than you think. Plus, in Asking for a Friend, Dr Ginni answers two questions women ask all the time: are bladder leaks ever normal, and why are you still exhausted after eight hours of sleep? GET IN TOUCH Leave us an 'Asking for a Friend' voice note here. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series is here! 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, instant access. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. Support independent women’s media and get our biggest offer of the year. Subscribe here for 30% off your annual Mamamia subscription. Code applied at the checkout. Offer ends June 30. CREDITS Hosts: Dr Ginni Mansberg & Cath Mahoney Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman Executive Producer: Simone Skinner-Smith Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on. Information discussed in Well. is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many times have you decided you were going to heal?Really decided. Made the plan, committed with everything you had, followed through with real discipline. And still watched the progress fail to show up, no matter how much you were doing.For most women with chronic illness, the emotional patterns driving their symptoms are running somewhere they have never been able to reach. That is why consciously deciding to change them has never quite been enough. Almost everything shaping how your body responds is operating below the part of you making the decision and it has been shaping the outcome this whole time you have been trying to get well.In this episode, you'll discover:Why almost every thought you have about yourself and your body today is one you've already hadWhy taking conscious steps and intentional action toward healing can feel like you're not moving or progressing, no matter how committed you are to itWhat it takes to reach the part of your mind that's been subconsciously impacting your healing journey the whole timeCLICK HERE to learn more about my 7-day audio series, Becoming the Version of You Who Heals.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

In this episode, I talk about a very current issue that so many people are dealing with right now: wildfire smoke. I share what I noticed in my own body during the recent smoke in the Chicago area, and I explain why this kind of airborne pollution can hit women with chronic migraines especially hard. We talk about how environmental toxins add to the body's overall load, why migraine sufferers are often already closer to the edge, and how to recognize the early warning signs before a full migraine hits. If the smoke has been affecting you lately, this episode will help you make sense of what may be going on. If you're ready to address the root drivers of your migraines, you can book a free consultation at the link below: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/apply Free Training: 5 Proven Steps to Being Migraine Free (Even if you think you've already tried everything.) https://www.drlesliecisar.com/5SHMN Connect with us: Website: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/ Free Facebook Group: Healing Migraines Naturally, with Leslie Cisar, ND Ready to try something radically different that actually works? Read more about my approach here: https://www.drlesliecisar.com/map In health,Dr. Leslie Cisar

Why does someone else's recovery sometimes leave you feeling worse?If you live with chronic illness, you've probably felt it without ever questioning it. It seems harmless. It isn't. This mini is about what that habit is quietly doing, and the one shift that takes the power back.In this mini, you'll discover:Why comparing your healing to someone else's keeps your attention locked on everything your body hasn't doneHow the comparison is rigged against you every single time, without you realizing itOne shift this week that protects your recovery instead of undermining itUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

A Podcast from Obstetrics & Gynecology highlighting the latest research and practice updates in the field. This episode features an interview with Dr. Liza R. Gibbs, author of "Modernizing the Analysis of Migraine With Aura, Oral Contraceptives, and Risk of Stroke," and Dr. Nancy Z. Fang, author of the accompanying editorial, "Modernizing the Analysis of Migraine With Aura, Oral Contraceptives, and Risk of Stroke."

Do you ever wonder what the real signs of good health look like when nothing is technically wrong yet? Most people wait until a medical diagnosis to pay attention. Still, your body sends honest signals every single day, long before any lab report or blood test ever catches up to the truth about how you feel inside.In this episode of Salad with a Side of Fries, host Jenn Trepeck breaks down nutrition and movement, mental health, sleep quality, digestion and elimination, hormonal balance, and self-trust, giving listeners a practical, judgment-free way to recognize true wellness and learn to trust their own bodies.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How to evaluate digestion and elimination patterns as an everyday marker of real health✅ Why sleep consistency matters just as much as total hours for genuine recovery✅ The link between nervous system regulation and how well you handle everyday stress✅ How body composition and menstrual cycle regularity offer clues about hormonal balanceThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Previewing some of the signs of good health05:11 Debunking the cultural myth of what signs of good health are supposed to look like08:26 Exploring your relationship with food, appetite awareness, and building mindful eating habits10:28 Digestion and elimination patterns reveal your gut health12:52 The real purpose of movement and how healthy exercise and movement differs from punishment-based workout habits15:46 Body composition, menstrual cycle regularity, and other hormonal balance clues worth tracking closely17:12 Emotional health, self-trust, and the power of setting healthy boundaries in everyday relationships24:30 Sleep quality, sleep consistency, and why deep sleep matters more than total hours logged nightly31:59 Hair, nails, skin, gum health, and other overlooked health markers worth watching for wellness38:52 Should you trust your body or the influencers onlineKEY TAKEAWAYS:

In this weeks episode, we have Emily sharing some great and relatable stories behind her symptoms. From hemorrhoids, aura migraines, frozen shoulder and plantar warts - giving us great examples of how conflicts can be such small everyday things!

 Food Triggers, Hydration, and Supplements Welcome to Summer School! In this Summer School replay, Colleen talks with Kelly, a registered dietitian specializing in migraine nutrition, about the complicated relationship between food and migraines. They discuss why there is no universal list of “migraine trigger foods,” how hydration and caffeine may influence symptoms, and why overly restrictive elimination diets can create more confusion than relief.You'll learn:How to help patients identify their individual migraine triggersWhy balanced meals and consistent eating may support migraine managementPractical nutrition strategies for nausea, pain, and low appetiteHow hydration, caffeine, and blood sugar fluctuations may affect symptomsWhich supplements are commonly considered for migraine preventionWhy a food and symptom journal may be more useful than a long avoidance listConnect with KelliAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer. 

Looking for further guidance and support on ADHD Women's Wellbeing? Check out my resource library here. The 'ADHD Women's Wellbeing Workshop Series' is on offer this July. Head here to learn more about the workshops and use code JULY to get 35% off.If you've been told your pain is growing pains, anxiety or just something you need to live with, this episode might be the beginning of finally understanding what's actually been going on in your body.On this week's episode of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by Alexandra Orfanides, a London-based hypermobility specialist osteopath and founder of Hypermobility HQ.Alexandra hosts the Help! I'm Hypermobile podcast and is the author of the book of the same name. She believes that "incurable" does not mean "untreatable," and she's on a mission to help the hypermobile community feel seen, supported, and informed.In this episode, Alex and I talk about the significant overlap between hypermobility and neurodivergence, why so many women spend decades being dismissed or misdiagnosed, and what it actually means to understand your body through this lens. We also get into the difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy, how to recognise signs of hypermobility in children, and why self-treatment strategies are such a crucial part of managing a connective tissue condition day-to-day.In this episode, we cover:What hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility spectrum disorder actually are, and why the terminology mattersWhy growing pains are not a real diagnosis, and what to look for in children insteadThe strong correlation between hypermobility, ADHD and neurodivergenceHow conditions like endometriosis, PCOS and dysmenorrhea overlap with hEDS and HSDWhy gastrointestinal issues in children should never just be dismissed as IBSThe difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy, and how to find the right practitionerHow chronic pain, headaches and migraines can be connected to hypermobile connective tissueWhy rhythmic movement, including swimming and dancing, can be so regulating for hypermobile and neurodivergent bodiesThe importance of self-treatment strategies for people who can't always access clinic appointmentsWhy a diagnosis is a privilege, and how Help! I'm Hypermobile was written to reach the people who couldn't afford oneTimestamps: 00:00 - Welcome, and introducing Alexandra Orfanides 01:40 - Alex's personal story: growing up with undiagnosed pain 05:52 - From English literature to osteopathy 09:45 - Why hypermobility patients kept finding their way to Alex's clinic 11:46 - The overlap between hypermobility, ADHD and neurodivergence 14:12 - Osteopathy vs physiotherapy: what's the difference? 17:36 - Terminology: hEDS, HSD, condition vs disorder 20:30 - What patients are coming in knowing, and what they're not 23:57 - Signs to look for in children: growing pains, gut issues and more 28:15 - Endometriosis, PCOS and hormonal conditions in hypermobile bodies 30:39 - Migraines, headaches and the connection to the neck and connective tissue 36:32 - The gatekeeping problem and self-treatment strategies 39:24 - Working as a team with your patients 43:35 - Why Alex wrote Help! I'm Hypermobile 45:42 - How to work with Alex and what to expectLinks and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_pod Visit Alexandra's website: hypermobilityhq.comConnect with Alexandra on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Pinterest: @hypermobilityhqListen to Alex's podcast: Help! I'm HypermobileGet Alex's book: Help! I'm Hypermobile: Your How-To Guide for hEDS, HSD, and Life in a Hypermobile BodyResearch: Gynaecological conditions in hEDS and HSD (Daylor et al., 2025): https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14165636Research: Defining growing pains — a scoping review (O'Keeffe et al., 2022): https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2021-052578Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed women with ADHD find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity.

Angie Knierim was not having a breakdown on that waiting room floor. She was finally telling the truth. For thirteen years, doctors told her she was fine. Her body sent a different message. Migraines. Chest pain. A cough that never left. She smiled through all of it, because smiling through it was the only skill anyone ever rewarded her for. Then a scheduling mistake cracked open something that had been sealed since childhood. What came out of her on that floor was not weakness. It was the part of her that had never been allowed to advocate for herself, finally breaking the lock she built to survive. If you have spent your life managing everyone's comfort but your own, this episode is going to name something you have never said out loud. Here's what happens when the truth finally gets louder than the performance.

What does "healed" actually mean to you and what if the version you're waiting for is one no doctor is ever going to hand you?So many women with chronic illness set the exact same goal — heal it, reverse it, make it disappear for good. But chasing that word quietly hands the authority over your own body back to the people who labelled you and the emotional patterns underneath that have a real, physical cost. This episode is about why waiting on someone else's verdict keeps you stalled and what changes when you take the definition of healed back.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the goal of reversing your diagnosis can stall your healing progress more than the diagnosis itselfWhat waiting for a doctor to call you healed is physically doing to your bodyHow to recognize real healing in your body without waiting on anyone else to confirm itUse my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Here's a question no one in the wellness world wants you to ask - what if your gratitude practice is making you feel worse?For women with chronic illness, gratitude gets prescribed like a supplement — do it every morning, feel better. But when you sit down exhausted, flat, and not remotely thankful, and write the list anyway, your body doesn't register calm. It registers one more moment of overriding what you actually feel. And that overriding is one of the emotional patterns that fuels physical symptoms.In this mini, you'll discover:Why forcing gratitude you don't feel can have the opposite effect on your bodyHow the energy behind a practice matters more than the practice itselfOne simple shift that makes gratitude something your body actually responds toThe override we talk about today is rarely the only pattern at play. My free ChatGPT prompt takes the physical symptoms you're living with and shows you the emotional patterns underneath them in about 30 seconds — without you having to untangle any of it on your own. CLICK HERE.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Why do so many women reach midlife and suddenly feel like everything is harder than it used to be? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mariza sits down with nationally recognized clinical psychologist, behavioral change expert, and author Dr. Rachel Goldman to explore why so many women feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, and stuck during major life transitions. Dr. Rachel explains how stress, changing responsibilities, shifting identities, motherhood, career demands, and body changes can create a sense of losing yourself—and why the answer isn't pushing harder, but learning how to respond differently. Together, they discuss the mindset shifts that help women navigate change with more self-compassion, flexibility, and resilience. They also explore the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how simple tools from cognitive behavioral therapy can help break patterns that keep us stuck. Dr. Rachel also shares why self-care doesn't have to mean adding another overwhelming task to your list. Instead, small intentional moments like movement, breathing, time outside, connection, and creating a reset can completely shift how you show up in your life. If you've been wondering whether you'll ever feel like yourself again, this episode is a reminder that change doesn't mean you've lost who you are—it may be an invitation to step into your next chapter with more strength and confidence. DR. RACHEL GOLDMAN Dr. Rachel Goldman is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, behavioral change expert, speaker, and author of When Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free. She helps people manage stress, improve mindset, navigate life transitions, and build confidence through practical, evidence-based tools rooted in psychology and behavioral change. IN THIS EPISODE Why so many women feel disconnected from themselves in midlife How mindset impacts stress, emotions, confidence, and behavior The importance of self-compassion during seasons of change Why routines and small habits help create stability during stressful times How to stop all-or-nothing thinking and create realistic solutions The connection between body image, aging, and identity shifts Why resilience comes from building tools before life gets difficult How to create a personalized stress management toolbox QUOTES “Life can be challenging, but it doesn't have to feel so challenging.” “We have to create the time.” “Feeling stuck isn't who you are. It's a signal.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your MitoQ Order https://www.mitoq.com/energized Grab the “When Life Happens” book by Dr. Rachel Goldman https://amzn.to/4aBRJwq Goldman Website Dr. Rachel Goldman Instagram Dr. Rachel Goldman Facebook Dr. Rachel Goldman Youtube RELATED EPISODES  759: Tired, Wired & Inflamed? The Sleep Fix Most Women Are Missing with Dr. Michael Breus 758: Why Your Body Can't Heal Until It Feels Safe: The Nervous System Shift That Changes Everything with Dr. Dave Rabin 754: How to Find Joy When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan with Amberly Lago 753: The Brain's Hidden Role in Chronic Pain, Migraines & Fatigue with Dr. Howard Schubiner

You changed. They kept the old version of you anyway.Maybe it was a season you're not proud of, a decision you made with what little you had at the time, or a moment someone witnessed and never let you forget. You've grown a hundred times over since but some of the people closest to you never updated the picture. What no one tells women living with chronic illness is that being held in someone's worst memory of you is one of the emotional patterns driving your physical symptoms, and almost no one connects the two. The effort of proving you've changed carries a real cost.In this episode, you'll discover:Why being defined as your worst moment has a real effect on your physical healthHow trying to constantly prove you've grown connects to your real physical symptomsWhat changes in your body when the only opinion of you that matters is your ownThe pattern we unpack today is rarely the only one at play. My free ChatGPT prompt takes the physical symptoms you're living with and shows you the emotional patterns underneath them in about 30 seconds — without you having to untangle any of it on your own. CLICK HERE.The cortisol meta-analysisAcute stressors and cortisol responses: A theoretical integration and synthesis of laboratory research.PMID: 15122924The inflammation studySocial-evaluative threat and proinflammatory cytokine regulation: An experimental laboratory investigation.PMID: 19754527For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

“And He (Jesus) awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” -Mark 4:39   Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.   On this episode host Sandra Flach talks with returning guest favorite, Dr. Jerrod Brown. Dr. Brown has 6 PhD's and specializes in topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), confabulation, suggestibility, trauma and other life adversities, alexithymia, executive dysfunction, criminal recidivism, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and youth firesetting. You can check out his full bio on our website along with dozens of our bonus episodes feating Dr. Brown.   Here Dr. Brown unpacks the prevalence of migraine headaches among children with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Listen in or watch on our YouTube channel to learn risk factors, symptoms, and lifestyle medicine choices to improve outcomes.   You can find episode 539 wherever you get your podcasts!    Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.   Links mentioned in this episode: Dr. Jerrod Brown's Email See Available Trainings The Adoption & Foster Care Journey AFCJ on YouTube justicefororphansny.org justicefororphansny.org/hope-community     Email:  sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org sandraflach.com Soul Care Saturday—52 Devotions for Foster and Adoptive Moms Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on Amazon

Send us Fan MailMany people living with migraines say they can "feel a storm coming" before an attack. But is there scientific evidence that environmental exposures can influence migraine risk?In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks talks with Professor Gal Ifergane, neurologist and headache specialist, about his research on migraines and the environment. The conversation explores how air pollution, heat, solar radiation, and weather conditions may help lower the threshold for migraine attacks in people who are already susceptible.Professor Ifergane explains why migraine is often considered a threshold disorder, where genetics, biology, and environmental exposures may all interact to influence when an attack occurs.In this episode, you'll learn:• Can air pollution trigger migraines?• Are weather-related migraines real?• Can heat, sunlight, or solar radiation increase migraine risk?• How researchers study environmental migraine triggers• Why some people may be more sensitive to environmental exposures than others• What these findings could mean for migraine preventionIf you've ever wondered whether your surroundings—not just your brain—could influence migraine attacks, this episode explores what the current science says.About Professor Gal Ifergane:Professor Gal Ifergane is a neurologist, headache specialist, and clinical researcher who serves as Head of the Neurology Department and Chair of the Brain Medicine Division at Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, Israel. He is also a faculty member at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.His research focuses on migraine, headache disorders, stroke, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the effects of environmental exposures on neurological health. His work examines how factors such as air pollution, heat, and weather conditions may influence migraine risk and severity, with the goal of improving prevention and treatment for people living with migraine and other neurological disorders.Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match. Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener SupportYou can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com.Follow Eeks on Instagram here.Follow on X. Or Facebook here.On Youtube.Or TikTok.SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media)Support the show

What if the reason you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck isn't because you're broken—but because your nervous system no longer feels safe? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mariza sits down with psychiatrist, neuroscientist, inventor, and author Dr. Dave Rabin to explore the science of safety, nervous system regulation, emotional healing, resilience, and what it truly means to be alive. Drawing from decades of work treating patients with PTSD, anxiety, addiction, and chronic stress, Dr. Rabin shares why many traditional mental health approaches often fall short and why healing begins by helping the body relearn safety. Together, they discuss how modern life, chronic overstimulation, smartphones, loneliness, and constant stress have created what Dr. Rabin calls a "habitat crisis" that is overwhelming our nervous systems and contributing to rising rates of anxiety, depression, burnout, and chronic disease. Dr. Rabin also explains why feeling must come before thinking, how many of our limiting beliefs become subconscious programs during childhood, and how simple practices can help rewrite those stories in real time. The conversation dives into heart rate variability (HRV), vagus nerve health, emotional processing, play, connection, and the remarkable science behind Apollo Neuro—a wearable technology designed to help the body feel safer, sleep better, and recover more effectively from stress. If you've ever felt trapped in survival mode, disconnected from joy, or exhausted from constantly pushing through, this episode offers a hopeful roadmap back to safety, resilience, and healing. Dr. Dave Rabin Dr. Dave Rabin is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, inventor, and mental health innovator. He is the co-founder of Apollo Neuro, a wearable technology designed to improve stress resilience, sleep, focus, and recovery through gentle vibrations that activate the body's safety response system. He is also the author of A Simple Guide to Being Alive, which explores the neuroscience of safety, healing, emotional well-being, and human flourishing. IN THIS EPISODE Why nervous system dysregulation is driving so many modern health challenges How chronic stress, smartphones, and overstimulation contribute to a "habitat crisis" Why feeling emotions is essential for healing and resilience How subconscious childhood programming shapes adult behavior and beliefs The connection between vagus nerve function, HRV, and long-term health Why sleep quality may be one of the most powerful tools for nervous system recovery The science behind Apollo Neuro and how it supports safety and resilience How play, connection, and joy help create lasting healing QUOTES“Feeling is required for healing.” “Pleasure and joy remind us that we are safe.” “We all have the ability to heal ourselves.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Use code ENERGIZED and get 30% off on your first BATCH order http://hellobatch.com/ENERGIZED Get the “A Simple Guide to Being Alive” book by Dr. Dave Rabin now https://apolloneuro.com/pages/a-simple-guide-to-being-alive Apollo Neuro Website The Board of Medicine Dr. Dave Rabin Instagram Dr. Dave Rabin Facebook RELATED EPISODES  756: What Low-Grade Inflammation Is Really Doing to Your Hormones, Brain & Metabolism with Dr. Mariza 753: The Brain's Hidden Role in Chronic Pain, Migraines & Fatigue with Dr. Howard Schubiner 754: How to Find Joy When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan with Amberly Lago 717: “I Don't Feel Like Myself Anymore”: The Mental & Emotional Reality of Perimenopause

What if inflammation is the missing link behind so many of the symptoms women experience after 40? In this solo episode, Dr. Mariza breaks down the powerful connection between low-grade chronic inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, hormone changes, brain health, energy production, and accelerated aging. She explains why inflammation is far more than an immune system issue and how it silently influences nearly every aspect of health during perimenopause and menopause. Many women assume that fatigue, brain fog, stubborn belly fat, poor sleep, anxiety, joint pain, cravings, and declining energy are separate issues requiring separate solutions. But Dr. Mariza reveals how these symptoms are often interconnected through one common underlying process: inflammation. She also explores why perimenopause is not simply a hormone transition but a metabolic, vascular, and neuroendocrine transition that increases inflammatory burden and changes how the body responds to stress, blood sugar fluctuations, sleep disruption, and hormonal shifts. Most importantly, Dr. Mariza shares the practical lifestyle pillars she uses to lower inflammation, improve metabolic flexibility, support hormone health, and create the internal environment needed for healthy aging and long-term vitality. If you've been feeling like your body is changing but can't quite connect the dots, this episode will help you understand what inflammation may be trying to tell you. IN THIS EPISODE Why low-grade inflammation is one of the biggest drivers of symptoms after 40 The connection between inflammation, metabolism, hormones, and aging How perimenopause increases inflammatory burden throughout the body The labs Dr. Mariza recommends to assess inflammation and metabolic health Why blood sugar regulation is one of the fastest ways to lower inflammation The critical role of muscle, movement, sleep, and nervous system regulation How gut health influences inflammation, immunity, and metabolism Practical daily habits that help reduce inflammation and support healthy aging QUOTES“The goal isn't simply to lose weight. The goal is creating an internal environment where the body no longer feels the need to stay inflamed.” “One workout cannot undo eight hours of sitting.” “When inflammation comes down, everything goes up.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your MitoQ Order https://www.mitoq.com/energized%C2%A0 ⁠Order my newest book: The Perimenopause Revolution https://peri-revolution.com/ Fix Your Metabolism Masterclass Joi & Blokes Lab Testing Blood Sugar Hacks Guide RELATED EPISODES  755: What If Your Body Isn't Broken, Just Undernourished? The Missing Link Between Nutrients, Hormones & Energy with Ryan Woodburry 753: The Brain's Hidden Role in Chronic Pain, Migraines & Fatigue with Dr. Howard Schubiner 751: Bloating, Brain Fog & Hormone Chaos? Your Gut May Be the Root Cause with Dr. Cassie Smith 741: Estrogen, Gut Health, Mitochondria, and Cardiovascular Health: What Changes In Perimenopause with Dr. Siobhan Mitchel

Migraine headaches are debilitating, and their triggers and underlying causes can be mysterious. Dr. Sanjay Gupta invites neurologist Alexander Mauskop, author of “The End of Migraines” to explain how migraines start and how to stop them. Our show was produced by Sofía Sanchez Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Millions suffer from debilitating dizziness and vertigo that often go misdiagnosed for years and can impact every facet of life. Trey sits down with world-renowned neuro-otologist Dr. Habib Rizk to uncover the truth behind balance disorders such as Meniere's disease. They talk about how "invisible" symptoms are real, how lifestyle changes can provide relief, and the latest medical breakthroughs offering hope for a life of stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices