{"podcast":{"title":"Migraine Heroes | Chronic Migraine, Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine with aura, Vestibular Migraine","slug":"migraine-heroes-chronic-migraine-hemiplegic-migraine-migraine-with-aura-vestibular-migraine-6571347","podcast_index_feed_id":6571347,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/migraine-heroes-chron/","website_url":"https://migraineheroes.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/74760d54-a6c6-4e17-9ad8-521131ac3a47/b2sF4xQCZn_YtoBrWvkKP8sR.png","author":"Diane Ducarme","episode_count":172,"summary":"Are you doing everything right—avoiding triggers, taking meds—yet still waking up with migraines that steal your days? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. The Migraine Heroes Podcast is your lifeline to real, lasting relief beyond pills, guesswork, and frustration. Hosted by Diane Ducarme, who helped over 500 women finally reclaim their lives, this podcast dives into the real reasons behind your migraine symptoms—blending brain-based science with the natural healing wisdom of Eastern medicine. It's designed for chronic migraine sufferers like you, in quest for real answers. You will: - Learn how to use brain-location insights to decode your symptoms - Discover functional food strategies to restore your nervous system - Hear inspiring real-life stories from migraine heroes who found freedom. Tune in every Monday and Wednesday and tap into a fan-favorite episode now and start your journey to natural healing—because your body already holds the answers.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-16T02:17:40.308308+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/migraine-heroes-chronic-migraine-hemiplegic-migraine-migraine-with-aura-vestibular-migraine-6571347"},"episode":{"title":"5 Reasons Why Fragrance & Perfume Smells Are Triggering Your Migraines & What To Do About It","slug":"5-reasons-why-fragrance-perfume-smells-are-triggering-your-migraines-what-to-do-about-it","published_at":"2026-06-01T12:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/migraine-heroes-chronic-migraine-hemiplegic-migraine-migraine-with-aura-vestibular-migraine-6571347/5-reasons-why-fragrance-perfume-smells-are-triggering-your-migraines-what-to-do-about-it","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/migraine-heroes-chronic-migraine-hemiplegic-migraine-migraine-with-aura-vestibular-migraine-6571347","url":"https://migraineheroes.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64e9025c-dc91-4e61-8349-d0cb9eb5ece8.mp3","summary":"That perfume, scented candle, or cleaning spray you barely notice… could it be quietly triggering your migraines? In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast , host Diane Ducarm e explores why fragrances and strong smells can overwhelm the migraine brain and overstimulate the nervous system. From perfumes and detergents to air fresheners and beauty products, we uncover how modern fragrances may impact your brain, hormones, and migraine threshold. You’ll discover: 💡 Why your brain reacts so strongly to certain smells and what it reveals about your migraine threshold 💡 The hidden chemicals in fragrances that may overstimulate your nervous system 💡 Simple, practical ways to reduce scent-triggered migraine attacks This episode blends neuroscience and holistic wisdom to help you better understand scent sensitivity and protect your brain from unnecessary triggers. If certain smells instantly make you feel foggy, nauseous, or headachy — this episode is for you. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Odorant Substances and Migraine (Silva-Néto et al., 2014): This paper identifies odorant substances that can trigger headaches in migraine patients, including perfumes and other strong smells. Read more here , Trigeminal Pathways and Migraine (Burstein, Noseda & Borsook, 2015 – related topic): This paper explains migraine pathophysiology, including activation and sensitization of the trigeminovascular pathway. Read more here. Limbic Activation in Migraine (Wilcox et al., 2016 – related topic): This study examines increased activation of limbic brain regions during emotional processing in people with migraine. Read more here Fragranced Consumer Products and Health Effects (Steinemann, 2016): This study explores health effe…","meta_description":"That perfume, scented candle, or cleaning spray you barely notice… could it be quietly triggering your migraines? 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