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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 16 MIN

GLP-1s and Migraines: The Shiny New Fix That Could Be Making Things Worse

from Migraine Freedom: Your way

Here is a quick reference so you feel confident if anyone asks: The migraine + GLP-1 pilot study is published in the journal Headache (PubMed confirmed), authored by Braca et al., conducted January through July 2024, published online June 17, 2025. It is the most current clinical study on this topic. 31 participants, 12 weeks. This is the one everyone is quoting. The nutrient deficiency study is published June 2025 in PubMed, covering 461,382 adults. Very large, very recent, very credible. The muscle loss data comes from the American Diabetes Association's annual meeting in June 2025 and a Nature Reviews Endocrinology paper from July 2025. The pill approval is December 2025 (Wegovy pill) and April 1, 2026 (Foundayo/orforglipron, Eli Lilly's pill). Both are current. The FDA supplement warning on compounded and fraudulent GLP-1 products is actively updated through early 2026 on the FDA's website. Everything in this outline is sourced from 2024 or 2025, with the pill approvals being the most recent news. The hemiplegic migraine case study is from PubMed, published 2024. Resources: 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 Connect with Debbie: 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: [email protected] 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.  

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