Ep282: How Your Gut and Hormones Trigger Migraines (And What to Do About It) with Diane Ducarme

In this episode, Tina sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to unpack the complex and often misunderstood world of migraines—especially how they impact women in perimenopause and menopause. They explore how migraines are more than “just headaches” and often linked to hormone fluctuations, gut issues, and even common wellness trends like intermittent fasting. You’ll also learn how everyday habits—from sleep to diet to liver health—play a key role in migraine prevention and relief.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The difference between a migraine and a regular headache
• Hidden migraine triggers you might not suspect
• How intermittent fasting can make migraines worse
• How gut issues—like leaky gut, SIBO, IBS or IBD—cause migraines
• Simple daily habits to support gut health and reduce migraines
• The surprising link between sleep, your liver, and migraines
• Caffeine and migraines: Friend or foe?
• Premenstrual vs. menstrual migraines—what’s the difference?

Connect with Tina Haupert:
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About Tina Haupert: 

Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). 

Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

Connect with Diane Ducarme:
https://www.mynectarhealth.com/ 
https://www.migraineheroes.org
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Migraine Heroes IG: https://www.instagram.com/migraineheroes/  
Migraine Heroes FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/migraineheroes 

About Diane Ducarme:

Diane Ducarme, Founder & CEO of Nectar Health, is a leading figure in migraine investigation, blending the wisdom of Eastern Medicine with Western science and advanced technology to uncover the true roots of migraine disease. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, and fluency in seven languages—including Mandarin—Diane brings a rich perspective to the complex world of migraine care. Her journey has taken her from engineering to Traditional Chinese Medicine studies in China and, more recently, neuroscience research at Harvard X.

Diane’s approach uniquely emphasizes adding functional foods instead of eliminating them, shifting away from restrictive practices to focus on nourishing the body. As the host of the Migraine Heroes podcast, she shares insights and stories that resonate deeply with migraine sufferers worldwide. Through Nectar Health, Diane’s dedication continues to transform lives, offering a holistic path to relief, resilience, and wellness for those navigating migraine disease.