In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the importance of nutrition and lifestyle changes in managing migraines with Dr. Rudrani Banik. You’ll hear us discuss:
1. Dr. Banik's functional medicine approach to managing migraines
2. Migraine symptoms and causes
3. How to identify and eliminate trigger foods for migraine relief
4. The gut-brain connection in migraine management
Dr. Rudrani Banik is a Board-certified Ophthalmologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist with fellowship training and expertise in Functional Medicine. Skilled in ophthalmic surgery and Botox, she specializes in treating headaches and migraines. Dr. Banik is also the author of three books on eye health and nutrition: "Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z," "Dr. Rani's Visionary Kitchen: Over 200 Recipes For Healthy Vision," and "Dr. Rani's Plant-Based Visionary Kitchen: Over 130 Plant-Based Recipes for Healthy Vision."
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In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the importance of nutrition and lifestyle changes in managing migraines with Dr. Rudrani Banik. You’ll hear us discuss:
- Dr. Banik's functional medicine approach to managing migraines
- Migraine symptoms and causes
- How to identify and eliminate trigger foods for migraine relief
- The gut-brain connection in migraine management
Dr. Rudrani Banik is a Board-certified Ophthalmologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist with fellowship training and expertise in Functional Medicine. Skilled in ophthalmic surgery and Botox, she specializes in treating headaches and migraines. Dr. Banik is also the author of three books on eye health and nutrition: "Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z," "Dr. Rani's Visionary Kitchen: Over 200 Recipes For Healthy Vision," and "Dr. Rani's Plant-Based Visionary Kitchen: Over 130 Plant-Based Recipes for Healthy Vision."
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Timestamps
02:02 - From Ophthalmology to Overcoming Migraines
07:53 - How to Assess If You Have a Migraine or Not
14:04 - Dietary Triggers and Smart Trade-Offs for Migraine Relief
17:48 - Innovative Approaches to Managing Migraines
21:25 - Dr. Banik’s Simple Guide to Elimination Diet
24:51 - The Impact of Omega-6 and Omega-3 Ratios on Health
28:49 - Food Sensitivity Tests and Migraine Management
30:44 - Natural Remedies for Migraines
33:34 - The Sensory Sensitivity of Migraine Sufferers
37:06 - Herbs and Supplements for Migraine Management
