Migraines: Sorting Clear (Truth) From Turbid (Lies)

Migraines: Sorting Clear (Truth) From Turbid (Lies)

Some migraines don’t come out of nowhere. They build quietly in the neck, jaw, and nervous system long before the pain reaches the head. This post explores a lesser-talked-about Small Intestine pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where migraines are linked to discernment, unresolved emotional information, and a body that never quite stood down. If your migraines feel foggy, full, and connected to tension that never fully lets go, this might be the missing piece.

When Your Migraine Isn’t “Just a Migraine”

When Your Migraine Isn’t “Just a Migraine”

A rainy day in Halifax brought back my first migraine in months, and it reminded me how Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine explain headaches so differently. This post unpacks why weather, diet, Dampness, and your personal constitution matter more than you think, and how acupuncture can tangibly reduce migraine frequency and intensity for women in rural NB.