Smart People Trust Their Gut – Modern Mayr Medicine for Headaches
Pressure in the head, throbbing temples, pulling pain behind the eyes – headaches are one of the most frequent complaints worldwide. Medically, we distinguish between primary headaches (no identifiable organic cause) and secondary headaches (linked to a specific cause).
Common Primary Headaches:
- Tension headache – dull, pressing, usually on both sides
- Migraine – pulsating, often on one side, with nausea or light sensitivity
- Cluster headache – rare, severe, usually behind one eye
Common Secondary Headaches:
- High blood pressure – elevated blood pressure as a trigger
- Inflammation – e.g. sinuses or blood vessels
- Overuse of medication – headache caused by painkillers
- Hormonal changes – e.g. during menopause
- Food intolerances – such as histamine or gluten
Holistic Migraine Treatment With Gut Focus
Getting to the Root Cause
Tracking down the cause of headaches takes patience and observation. A headache diary can help detect patterns: When do headaches occur? How intense are they? What was eaten beforehand? How was sleep? How high was the stress level?
Modern Mayr Medicine often finds a strong gut–brain connection in headache patients.
An overloaded intestine is quite frequently the root cause of headaches. With microbiome analysis, manual abdominal treatments, intestinal cleansing and targeted nutrition, we achieve very good results."
A Story of Transformation
Exhaustion and Long-Term Discomfort
A patient arrives at Park Igls looking tired and worn out. She has suffered from weekly headaches for over ten years, along with sleep problems, chronic constipation, histamine intolerance and knee pain. Her “therapy” so far: aspirin and magnesium – without lasting success.
Headaches Linked to the Gut
From the first medical history, it becomes clear: this is not a classic migraine, but a toxic headache caused by chronic constipation – a form of autointoxication.
Gentle Relief, First Crisis
Treatment begins with gentle bowel relief. After two days, a crisis hits: intense headache, nausea, vomiting. A procaine base infusion provides rapid relief.
Magnesium and Bitter Water
On the third day, daily bowel movements begin. The magnesium dose is doubled, bitter water adjusted – the headaches start to subside.
Pain-Free and Energised
Within two weeks: no headaches, more energy, improved mood and complexion. A planned neurology appointment is cancelled.
Stable Health and New Quality of Life
A year later: only two mild episodes in twelve months, healthy digestion, renewed vitality. “Magnesium is the answer!” she laughs.
Migraine Self-Care and Prevention
Simple Ways to Feel Better
- Prioritise good sleep
- Practise relaxation techniques such as Feldenkrais® or breathing exercises
- Limit screen time
- Follow a gut-friendly Migraine Diet and avoid triggers like histamine
- Drink two to three litres of water daily
- Support gut health for natural migraine relief
Did You Know?
Facts About Headaches and Gut Health
- The brain itself has no pain receptors – headaches originate in blood vessels, nerves or muscles.
- Caffeine can help relieve pain, but too much or sudden withdrawal can trigger it.
- Weather changes or warm alpine winds can worsen migraines.
- Both lack of sleep and oversleeping can be triggers.
- Histamine-rich foods are often an underestimated cause of migraines.
“Not every headache is a migraine – and not every migraine is just a head problem. When the gut is relieved, the whole body breathes easier.”
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