07 Dec Migraine & Gluten: Is there a connection?
A version of this post appears online at https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/features/cm/blame-sourdough-for-migraines Gluten: a family of proteins found in grains, including wheat, rye, spelt, and barley. Celiac Disease: an autoimmune condition that can cause damage to the intestines if gluten is not eliminated from the diet. Gluten sensitivity: may cause digestive symptoms similar to those of celiac disease but does not cause intestinal damage or trigger the production of antibodies to gluten. Can celiac disease or gluten sensitivity trigger migraine? I have a lot of patients who ask about gluten and its impact on migraine. There have been various studies examining the relationship between celiac disease, migraine, and the effect...