Migraines and cluster headaches aren’t just “bad headaches.” They can stop your day , steal your focus, disturb your sleep, and affect your emotional well-being. But what if we told you that the food you eat could help ease the pain and even protect your brain? In this article, we’ll explore how a ketogenic diet — a low-carb, high-fat approach — may offer powerful relief for those suffering from chronic headaches. Understanding Migraines & Cluster Headaches Migraines cause intense pain, often on one side of the head. They can last from hours to days and often come with nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light or sound. Cluster headaches are even more severe, often described as “the worst pain imaginable,” with sharp, burning pain around one eye. These headaches happen in cycles (or clusters), sometimes daily for weeks or months. These conditions are deeply neurological — not just about blood flow, but about inflammation, brain chemistry, a...