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Published: by Elizabeth Shaw · 14 Comments
This week on Ask the RDN, I’m bringing you another guest speaker, and trust me, this woman knows her stuff!
Meet Stephanie Weaver, MPH, CWHC, author of The Migraine Relief Plan.
Though I myself have never suffered a migraine, I do know many close friends who become sick to their stomach from the pain these can cause.
Stephanie, a local San Diego blogger as well, is one of those friends who struggled with migraines for years. I had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie at her book signing her in San Diego and it was so interesting to hear her speak on her mission behind this book.
As most of us health enthusiast do, when we are looking for a holistic cure to help ease our troubles, we turn to books, research and published studies.
Stephanie did just this, recognizing though there was a void in this area of migraine relief through diet and well being.
After many trials and errors, Stephanie was able to land upon a plan that worked for her, easing her migraine pain and helping her live a happy, pain free life!
As a Registered Dietitian who is an avocado fanatic, I was amazed to learn that this food is actually a migraine trigger for many individuals. Soy, tropical fruits, citrus fruits, gluten and nuts are also some of the other nutrient dense foods that are often avoided when someone is testing foods that trigger their symptoms.
To be completely honest, I was so worried that without these foods the recipes would appear as though they were missing something.
But, I was completely wrong in that train of thought!
For instance, take a look at these two beautiful recipes in Stephanie’s The Migraine Relief Plan.
Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole
Creamy Not-ella Carob Butter with Sliced Green Apples
And, these two beauties are just a few of the 75 recipes that unite flavor, texture and nutrition in her book!
Another benefit, she’s got a plethora of vegan and paleo approved recipes as well that really can make this plan work for those with specific dietary preferences as well.
If you’re looking for a holistic way to seek relief from your migraine pain, I highly recommend picking up a copy of The Migraine Relief plan on Amazon!
Thanks for tuning in to another Ask the RDN- stay tuned for next week as we celebrate National Nutrition Month!
Disclosure: I received a free copy of The Migraine Relief Plan to review. I was not compensated for my time and all opinions are my own.Photography credit:Recipe photography copyright 2016 by Laura Bashar.
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Emily says
I too suffer from migraines, but I have learned over the years hat they are largely influenced by my hormones. I’m worried about the avocado and citrus thought, i eat a lot of them weekly!!
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Elizabeth Shaw says
Oh no, I’m so sorry! I didn’t know you had migraines! I hope it’s not avocados either!
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Laura says
I had no idea avocados triggered migraines! Thankfully I’ve never had one but that is definitely good to know if my kids ever suffer from them!
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Elizabeth Shaw says
I know- right?! I’d be lost without avocados I think!
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Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
As someone who suffers from pretty nasty headaches… I need this book! Food really is medicine!
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Elizabeth Shaw says
OMG I just wrote that same response- I totally agree! You definitely won’t regret getting it!
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Kerri Olkjer says
Looks like an amazing book. I love anything that supports a holistic solution!
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Elizabeth Shaw says
Totally- food is medicine!
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Jenn says
Interesting. I’m a migraine sufferer, but I think most of mine are triggered when my spine is out of whack. When I see my chiropractor regularly, I am nearly migraine free. Definitely good idea to keep these foods in mind though.
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Elizabeth Shaw says
Wow how interesting- I definitely see how important total body care is in the treatment of so many ailments!
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Sarah says
Interesting and I’ll have to start tracking what my oldest eats more to see if we can see if she has a trigger for hers. I’ll take some of that not-ella too please! I think I’d put it on everything.
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Elizabeth Shaw says
I know right?! That beautiful recipe is delicious!
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Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
I read EA’s review of this book recently and was impressed. I get migraines, but they are most often triggered by hormones than food. I do find red wine makes them worse, but thankfully avocado and citrus fruits don’t affect me. I’d be lost without them!
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Elizabeth Shaw says
Oh gosh! I know that would be the worst if I had to cut out avocados! Thanks so much for commenting Jess!
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