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BafangFan t1_j9wwpyg wrote

Reply to comment by Tob3n in Researchers have found the genetic links between headaches, migraines and blood sugar levels, which ultimately could lead to targeted treatments for patients by giuliomagnifico

Ketogenic diet doesn't fix everything - but it fixes so many things that it really ought to be the first intervention we try with chronic health issues.

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erecura t1_j9wyxdw wrote

It really, really depends on the patient. I was unable to fulfill my caloric needs and that triggered more migraines for me. Not enough food > blood sugar spikes for my migraine threshold.

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[deleted] t1_j9xjoti wrote

There is no barrier to calories on a ketogenic diet, provided you're willing to go for higher fat cuts of meat. It is harder for vegetarians though.

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blue_field_pajarito t1_j9xvmic wrote

Unless you have a history of food restrictions and/or eating disorder. It really is not a panacea when you take into account mental as well as physical health.

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