Caffeine and Migraine

Caffeine and Migraine

A former migraineur believes eliminating caffeine from her diet five years ago has kept her headache free. She had been in the habit of having one cup of coffee in the morning that was made of half strength caffeine (half-caf), followed by a glass of iced tea at...

“Think Outside the (Pill) Box”

Dr. Robbins was recently interviewed for an article in the Daily Muse. The following is a portion of the article. Even if you got stuck with migraines in the genetic jackpot, you might not know this: June is National Migraine Awareness Month. And so today, I’m...

The Soothing Effects of Peppermint

In addition to being a popular flavoring, peppermint has a history of use for digestive symptoms, including indigestion, nausea, cramps and diarrhea, as well as for headaches and colds. The main active ingredient is the phytochemical menthol, which can help relax...

“A Personal Migraine Story”

The following is a portion of a blog posted by “CJ” on Harvard Health Publications website a few years ago. It’s still relevant today….. As I write this, a dull headache presses into the space above my left eye. The same headache visited me...

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