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Can the Ketogenic Diet Help with Migraines and Cluster Headaches?

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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...

Leaky Gut Recovery: 5 Proven Steps to Restore Digestive Health with Keto

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Why Healing Your Gut is the Key to Better Health Leaky gut syndrome—or increased intestinal permeability—can cause digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, autoimmune problems, and skin conditions . While conventional medicine is still catching up, growing research suggests gut health plays a crucial role in overall well-being. If you read  Part 1: What Is Leaky Gut & How Keto Can Help , you know that healing your gut isn’t just about digestion—it’s about reducing inflammation, improving metabolism, and optimizing long-term health. Now, let’s dive into practical strategies to repair your gut and restore balance. What Causes Leaky Gut? To heal your gut, you first need to eliminate what’s damaging it. The biggest culprits include: 🔴 Processed & Inflammatory Foods Excess sugar & refined carbs  – Feed harmful gut bacteria and cause inflammation. Gluten & grains  – Can increase gut permeability in sensitive individuals. Seed oils (canola, soybean, sunflower) ...

11 Simple Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve and Reduce Stress

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In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a constant challenge, affecting everything from digestion to sleep and even immune function. But what if I told you there’s a  natural, simple, and free way  to regain control over your health? Stimulating the  vagus nerve —often called the "rest and relaxation nerve"—is a powerful strategy to reduce stress , improve digestion, lower inflammation, and enhance overall well-being. As a  health coach , I believe understanding and actively engaging your vagus nerve can be a game-changer in achieving resilience and balance in your body. In this blog, we’ll explore  why the vagus nerve is crucial , how it affects various body functions, and most importantly,  how you can stimulate it naturally using simple, effective techniques. Why Is the Vagus Nerve So Important? The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in the body, running from the brainstem to the gut, and it plays a key role in regulating the  parasympa...