Did you know that blood sugar fluctuations can be a major trigger for migraines? Many migraine sufferers experience headaches after skipping meals, eating sugary foods, or experiencing energy crashes, yet blood sugar balance is often overlooked in migraine management.
In this episode of the SMH Migraine Reset Podcast, I explore:
✅ How blood sugar imbalances trigger migraines
✅ The link between insulin resistance and migraine frequency
✅ Why skipping meals can lead to migraine attacks
✅ The role of orexin, a key brain neurotransmitter, in migraine prevention
✅ Four key steps to stabilise blood sugar and reduce migraine frequency
By the end of this episode, you will have a clear strategy to regulate blood sugar, support brain function, and prevent blood sugar-related migraines.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
🔹 Why blood sugar highs and lows can act as migraine triggers
🔹 How insulin resistance can contribute to chronic headaches
🔹 Why skipping meals may increase migraine attacks and nervous system stress
🔹 The connection between orexin levels, blood sugar regulation, and migraine prevention
🔹 Four practical dietary steps to stabilise blood sugar and reduce migraine frequency
Want to learn more about the SMH 3 Step Reset Method?
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
💡 Blood sugar fluctuations are one of the most common but ignored migraine triggers.
💡 Insulin resistance and poor blood sugar regulation can increase migraine frequency.
💡 Skipping meals can cause stress hormone surges, leading to migraine onset.
💡 The neurotransmitter orexin plays a crucial role in blood sugar balance and migraine prevention.
💡 Following four key dietary strategies can help stabilise blood sugar and reduce migraine frequency.
Resources and Links:
📌 Watch my free webinar on the SMH Three-Step Migraine Reset Method
📌 Read more about blood sugar and migraines on my blog
📌 Subscribe to the SMH Migraine Reset Podcast so you never miss an episode!
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Thank you for listening, and I will see you in the next episode!
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If you’re ready to take the next step in your migraine journey, watch Samuel’s free webinar to learn how the SMH 3-Step Migraine Reset Method can help you achieve lasting relief.
https://www.samuelmaddockhealth.com/pages/new-webinar-the-smh-3-step-migraine-reset
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