Why Winter Worsens Migraines and How to Prevent Them
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health · Dr. Joseph Mercola
January 23, 20268m 22s
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Show Notes
- Winter worsens migraines because cold, darkness, and routine disruption overload your nervous system and reduce your brain's ability to regulate pain signals
- Seasonal drops in light exposure disrupt melatonin and circadian rhythm, lowering your brain's resilience and increasing headache frequency and intensity
- Excess LA from seed oils damages mitochondrial energy production, making your brain more reactive to stress and more prone to migraine attacks in any season
- Stable daily patterns — consistent sleep timing, hydration, meals, and movement — reduce neurological stress and raise your migraine threshold
- Restoring cellular energy by lowering LA intake and supporting mitochondrial function helps your brain stay calm, resilient, and less reactive year-round