Happiness. Positivity. Prosperity. Painlessness. Is there a link?

Living with and loving someone who faces chronic pain is a journey I never imagined for myself.

Hopefully this one individual’s fears and successes may help you better navigate your own personal or partner’s challenges. Note the cover image is AI generated to protect the identity of the author.

AI is everywhere. And don’t be fooled, there is intelligence in artificial intelligence. But there is only so much that AI can answer when it comes to your healthcare. The internet is riddled with misinformation.

Blue-filtered lenses, often marketed as “blue light glasses” or migraine glasses, have become a popular tool for people seeking relief from migraine attacks triggered or worsened by light exposure. And unlike many treatments for migraines, they are available without a prescription.

Sleep is a natural healer of many ailments. And when you’re not sleeping, your body is not recovering. Getting quality shut-eye is the bedrock of good health, boosting everything from memory to mood. 

Coping with depression involves a combination of strategies that address both emotional and practical needs. Self-reconciliation—accepting your feelings and holding hope for the future—can help reduce negative emotions. Allow yourself to feel what you’re experiencing without judgment, and remember that it’s okay to seek help.

If you’ve ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you’re there, congratulations—you’ve just had a sneak peek into the world of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). While some reach for sticky notes or smartphone reminders (I’m not even 40 and doing this on the regular), others embark on a more adventurous quest through the aisles of their local pharmacy or the mysterious domain of homeopathy. The options? A veritable buffet of over-the-counter supplements and herbal concoctions, each promising to put the “sharp” back in your sharp mind. But whether these make a difference for your wellness or just your wallet is all a matter of evidence, perspective, and sometimes trial and error. 

For a long time, people have talked about migraine diets. But with so many diets out there, we decided to look for evidence that any of them actually work.

What happens to migraines during pregnancy? Some women get a long break. But for others, pregnancy can trigger new or worsening symptoms.

Today, the differences are minimal, though D.O.s still receive training in osteopathic manipulative treatment and are more likely to work in primary care and rural areas. Research shows no significant differences in patient outcomes between D.O.s and M.D.s.

Wouldn’t  it be nice if the answer to fewer headache days wasn’t lurking in your medicine cabinet, but rather swimming in the nearest body of water? Queue omega-3 fatty acids, the unsung heroes found in fatty fish like salmon, sardines, and mackerel, now making waves in migraine research.

There’s no shame in doing whatever it takes to survive your day. But if survival starts to rely on a pill that was never meant to be taken daily, it might be time to reassess.

Riboflavin is a supplement that may help reduce migraines for some people. While it’s not a cure and may not work for everyone, it’s worth discussing with your healthcare provider, especially if you’re looking for natural ways to manage your migraines.

The company cites evidence that, with this gadget, 79% of acute migraine sufferers saw pain relief and 32% saw resolution of symptoms after a 60-minute session.

Researchers looked at how liraglutide (Saxenda) affected migraine frequency in people with obesity who hadn’t had success with at least two other preventive migraine treatments. Results were promising.

There’s no doubt about it. Dizziness can be disabling. Whether it is dizziness from a stroke, from dehydration, heart failure, or some rare condition like semicircular canal dehiscence, being unable to get from A to B can make you M A D.

Nothing beats water when it comes to refueling when your tank is low. But sometimes water isn’t enough. Especially if you’ve been exercising, or nauseated and vomiting from migraine attacks, or if the bland taste has got you bored, there are several ways you can juice up nature’s most abundant and invaluable resource. 

Omega-3 fatty acids, which sardines are rich in, have been studied for their anti-inflammatory properties and possible neurological benefits.

It can feel patronizing. It’s invasive. It’s stigmatizing. As a physician, I hate that most laboratory assays still refer to this test as a “urine drug screen” or “drug screen”. Using the word DRUG immediately brings back memories of drug lords in Sicario or the meth lab in Breaking Bad.

If you experience migraines triggered or worsened by bright or flickering lights, FL-41 glasses might be a game-changer.