Chronic Headaches or Migraines? A Functional Approach to Long-Lasting Relief

Do you frequently experience tension headaches or migraine attacks that interfere with your daily life? You’re not alone.
Over 20% of adults in the U.S. suffer from recurring headaches. Tension-type headache is the most common form, but migraine affects millions—often with intense, throbbing pain, nausea, and heightened sensitivity to light and sound. An estimated 70,000 Americans experience a migraine attack each day. These episodes can last for hours or even days and significantly impact quality of life.

Headaches Are Often a Symptom, Not the Root Cause

At DNA Care, we don’t just look at where it hurts—we investigate why. From a Functional Medicine perspective, headaches and migraines are rarely isolated issues. They’re often signals of underlying imbalances elsewhere in the body. Through advanced diagnostics and an in-depth intake, we explore possible root causes, including:

• Chronic stress or dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system
• Food intolerances or sensitivities
• Hormonal imbalances (e.g., related to menstruation, perimenopause, or stress)
• Impaired liver detoxification pathways
• Mitochondrial dysfunction (reduced cellular energy production)
• Neurotransmitter imbalances (such as serotonin and dopamine)
• Nutrient deficiencies (especially magnesium and B vitamins)
• Sleep disturbances and lack of restorative downtime
• Unresolved emotional trauma
• Certain foods or additives—like gluten, dairy, histamine, aspartame, or sulfites—can act as hidden triggers. If indicated, we offer targeted lab testing to help identify these factors.

A Personalized, Root-Cause Strategy

Our approach is grounded in Functional Medicine: a science-based, systems-oriented model that sees the body as an interconnected whole. Rather than suppressing symptoms, we focus on identifying and addressing the biological and lifestyle factors that drive dysfunction.

At DNA Care, we use functional lab testing—such as genomic analysis, advanced blood work, and nervous system profiling—to map out the contributing imbalances. If digestive imbalances are suspected, we may also use advanced stool testing such as the GI-MAP to assess gut health, inflammation, and microbial activity. Based on these insights, we develop a personalized plan that may include:

• Targeted nutrition and supplementation
• Lifestyle and sleep optimization
• Hormonal and mitochondrial support
• Highly effective stress regulation techniques

The goal is not just temporary relief, but meaningful and measurable progress. Many of our clients experience a significant reduction in the intensity and frequency of their headaches. In some cases, symptoms resolve entirely.

Who Might Benefit From This Approach?

Our care model is especially valuable for individuals with:
• Chronic or recurring tension headaches
• Menstrual or hormonally driven migraines
• Headaches linked to food sensitivities, sleep issues, or stress
• “Unexplained” or treatment-resistant headache patterns
• A desire for long-term solutions beyond symptom management

Collaborative Care That Complements Conventional Medicine

DNA Care works in close collaboration with referring physicians, including primary care doctors, neurologists, and other medical specialists. Our methods are grounded in current scientific research across Functional Medicine, epigenetics, neuroscience, and lifestyle medicine. We do not diagnose disease—we aim to clarify the underlying dynamics and provide evidence-based support that enhances and complements conventional care.

Ready to Address the Root Causes of Your Headaches?

📞 Schedule a comprehensive intake at DNA Care and explore how Functional Medicine can help you move beyond managing symptoms—toward restoring true balance and lasting relief.

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