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October 22, 2024 β€’ 61 mins

In this engaging episode, we explore the intriguing world of migraines through the lens of metabolic health with Dr. Elena Gross. A renowned neuroscientist and former chronic migraine sufferer, Dr. Gross shares her journey from debilitating pain to groundbreaking research. The discussion delves into the metabolic and mitochondrial aspects of migraines, exploring innovative solutions like exogenous ketone bodies and environmental modifications to alleviate symptoms. Dr. Gross' pioneering work has led to the development of a specially formulated medical food, microCat, aimed at providing metabolic support for migraine sufferers. This episode is filled with insights on the resilience required to challenge traditional medical paradigms and offers hope to those battling migraines. #migraine #drelenagross #metabolichealth #headache 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:06 Dr. Elena Gross's Personal Journey with Migraine 04:53 Discovering the Ketogenic Diet 07:59 The First Exogenous Ketone Study 19:09 Understanding Migraine Triggers and Oxidative Stress 25:07 The Evolutionary Perspective on Migraine 31:26 Understanding Migraine Symptoms 31:56 Migraine as a Warning Signal 32:37 Foundational Pillars for Migraine Management 33:36 Pillar 1: Stabilizing Blood Glucose 36:04 Pillar 2: Reducing Oxidative Stress 37:20 Pillar 3: Micronutrients and Hormones 40:23 Pillar 4: Alternative Energy Sources 51:19 The Role of Medical Foods in Migraine Management 57:24 Final Thoughts and Future Directions πŸ“² Connect with Dr. Elena Gross: Website: .css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}


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