Episodes

  • Cancer and Migraine: What's the Link?

    Cancer and Migraine: What's the Link?
    Feb 26 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, and Dr. Katrina Foe delve into the cellular basis of migraines and their links to cancer and metabolic diseases. They explore mitochondrial function's role in migraines and cancer, sharing personal cancer experiences to offer patient advice. The discussion includes dietary management, focusing on the ketogenic diet, ketosis, and blood sugar control. They address low glycemic fruits, saturated fats, and the quality of fats and dairy in migraine management. The episode also covers cholesterol, toxin reduction, mold exposure, and genetic susceptibility, ending with thoughts on exogenous ketones. Discover your genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com.
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    41 mins
  • BRAIN REST: Recover

    BRAIN REST: Recover
    Feb 24 2026
    Brain Rest is a sensory break, where you allow your mind and body to shift into healing. Lie down, close your eyes, put your earbuds in, and focus on your healing. This Brain Rest is about Recovery, and all of the biological systems that help you heal when you shift your body into the parasympathetic part of the nervous system.
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    16 mins
  • Managing Blood Sugar for Migraine Relief: Insights with Dr. Beverly Yates, ND

    Managing Blood Sugar for Migraine Relief: Insights with Dr. Beverly Yates, ND
    Feb 20 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, and Dr. Beverly Yates, ND, tackle the complexities of diet and its impact on migraines, focusing on blood sugar management. They debunk common misconceptions and explore the blood sugar roller coaster effect on brain energy and migraine thresholds. Dr. Barrett shares her personal journey with blood sugar regulation, while Dr. Yates offers insights on meal portioning for stability. The episode covers wearable tech like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), their practical application, and how unexpected foods can spike blood sugar. They discuss personalized testing, variations in blood sugar, and the Yates Protocol, concluding with reflections on personalized medicine and global diabetes trends.
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    36 mins
  • Integrating Chinese Medicine and Modern Insights for Effective Migraine Relief

    Integrating Chinese Medicine and Modern Insights for Effective Migraine Relief
    Feb 12 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, and Dr. Susan Fox, DACM, L.Ac., explore the integration of Chinese and Western medicine for treating migraines. They discuss diagnostic differences, lab tests, functional medicine, herbal therapies, and acupuncture. The episode also covers the role of organ systems, hormonal factors, digestive health, and genetic insights in migraine management. Additionally, they assess the cost-benefit of genetic testing and technological innovations in migraine care, concluding with reflections and acknowledgments.
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    44 mins
  • Are Your Headaches Becoming Chronic? Here’s What’s Happening in Your Brain

    Are Your Headaches Becoming Chronic? Here’s What’s Happening in Your Brain
    Feb 5 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, explores the latest advances in headache care with a focus on genetic insights and their impact on migraine chronification. She discusses the significance of chronification as highlighted in her TEDx talk, examining chronic brain changes and the effects of medications. The episode delves into rebound headaches, identifying underlying causes and treatment strategies, including the role of CGRP drugs. Dr. Barrett addresses the side effects of common migraine medications, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of current migraine management. Discover your genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com.
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    13 mins
  • BRAIN REST: Belief

    BRAIN REST: Belief
    Jan 29 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, explains how breathwork and mindset practices can regulate the nervous system and shift limiting beliefs into empowering ones—helping improve well-being and support migraine management. Then, experience guided techniques that put these practices into action, reinforcing positive change through affirmation, gratitude, and mindful rewiring. Dr. Barrett teaches weekly live Restore and Rewire classes like this in Migraine Relief Code, showing students how to heal at the level of both mind and body. You can learn more here: https://migrainereliefcode.com/dna
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    16 mins
  • Top 3 Things You Need to Know Before You Try Keto for MIgraine

    Top 3 Things You Need to Know Before You Try Keto for MIgraine
    Jan 22 2026
    Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, explores the potential benefits of a keto diet for migraine relief. She discusses identifying suitable candidates for keto, considering genetic factors, and emphasizes the importance of safe practices and fuel sources. The episode delves into the role of plant-based fats in maintaining brain fuel and examines alternate diets and ketone supplements as options for migraine sufferers. Dr. Barrett also addresses nutrient diversity and potential downsides of keto. The discussion wraps up with final advice on implementing keto for migraine management and a call to action for listeners to explore their genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com.
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    15 mins
  • Unlocking Migraine Relief Through Genetics and Biology with Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD

    Unlocking Migraine Relief Through Genetics and Biology with Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD
    Jan 15 2026
    Join Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, and Dr. Elizabeth Yarnell, ND, as they explore migraines. Discover Dr. Barrett's passion for relief, the biology and types of migraines, and genetic insights. Learn about health vs. ancestry genetic testing, neurotransmitter genetics, and SSRIs in treatment. They discuss the future of genetic testing, mitochondrial health strategies, and the role of inflammation and nutrigenomics in care. The episode concludes with the Migraine Relief Code Program, offering hope and resources for further information. Find out your genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com.
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    45 mins