Magnesium for Weather-Triggered Migraine Attacks...After several years of no longer having weather as a migraine trigger, it suddenly became a trigger again. After some sleuthing, I...reactions4comments
The Hidden Cost of Migraine...We all know the cost of migraine treatments can add up...but have you thought about the full financial (and emotional) cost of...reactionscomments
Unlearning Ableism...Politics. Ugh. As someone living with chronic migraine who understands that health is largely luck of the draw, I’m unfortunately not at...reactions3comments
Relaxation & Mindfulness For Migraine Patients Living with Depression & Anxiety...Depression and anxiety are extremely common among migraine patients. According to a 2010 National Headache Foundation survey, as many as 80% of...reactions5comments
Why Wasn't I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?...In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Separating Depression Symptoms From Migraine Symptoms & Frustrations...“Is today my birthday?,” my nephew asked his mom days before his third or fourth birthday. When she said no, he said...reactions12comments
Have any tips for healthy eating at home?...Read and share healthy tips and recipes in the comments below! My partner and I have been having a tough summer as...reactions24comments
Those Sneaky Triggers...Even in a safe, controlled, migraineur-friendly environment, triggers can pop up. Sunday was the first day I felt almost-good after a week...reactions9comments
Dreaming of a Symptom-Free Life: MHAM 2014 Blog Challenge: Day 1...Today, June 1, 2014, is the first day of 2014 Migraine & Headache Awareness Month. Migraine & Headache Awareness Month (MHAM) is...reactions8comments
When that Little Voice in Your Head Is Mean...You know that little voice in your head that narrates life from time to time? Unfortunately, that voice can be quite negative...reactions23comments
Tips for Staying Sane on an Elimination Diet...Avoid prepared foods (this actually simplifies the diet!). Pretty much every prepared food contains something on the list of foods to avoid...reactions1comment
Supporting the students...I recently found out that a young woman I tutor is a migraineur--her headaches keep her out of school for days at...reactions1comment
A quick stumble off the wagon...Today I grabbed a roast beef sandwich from a local bar/restaurant and went to another bar to hang out with Handicapped Twin...reactions1comment
Maintain a healthy weight!...Of course there are myriad benefits to staying in good shape. Now here's a press release about the link between unhealthy weight...reactions3comments
Unexpected Gifts of a Regimented Migraine Life...Are you: For the chronic migraineur, perhaps the best chance for fewer flare-ups is a regimented life that includes a strict sleep...reactions38comments
Migraines After Heart Transplant...I started having migraines after my heart transplant 9 1/2 years ago. While they are not pleasant, I am happy to be...reactions1comment
Who Would You Have Been Without Migraines?...Who would you have been without migraines? What would you have accomplished in this lifetime if you hadn’t been hampered by severe...reactions35comments
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
Abdominal Migraines...I haven't seen any mention of Abdominal Migraines in any of the forums. I was recently diagnosed with this. There's very little...reactions5comments
What to Expect When You’re Expecting with Migraine?...There isn’t a lot of information available about migraine and pregnancy. What information there is tends to boil down to individual differences...reactionscomments
