Sex Hormones and Migraines: Why the Advice Keeps Contradicting Itself

Why does every doctor seem to say something different about your hormones and your migraines?  In this episode, Debbie introduces a new way to picture your hormonal system, a triangle with your sex hormones at the tip and oxytocin, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid forming the base that holds everything up. Learn why treating estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone first, without addressing the foundation underneath, is why so many women feel like they're doing everything right and still stuck. In this episode:  Why sex hormones sit at the tip of the triangle, not the base  What oxytocin, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid each actually do  What it feels like when your foundation is unstable, even before a migraine shows up  Why it's normal for your hormones to change, and what actually is the problem Mentioned in this episode: Episode 7, The Hormone Hierarchy Loved this episode? Leave a review and let Debbie know what stood out to you. Hi, I'm Debbie Waidl, Migraine Freedom Expert and Functional Health Coach. I help women over 40 find freedom from chronic migraines by getting to the root cause, not just masking the symptoms. Show Notes Related Episodes: Episode 7: Understanding The Hormone Hierarchy 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-social-7269 Migraine Sensitivity Scorecard https://pages.debbiewaidlcoach.com/quiz Connect with Debbie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebbieWaidlCoach/ 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.