The Headache Doctor Podcast
Even after trying medication, lifestyle changes, and other “research-backed treatments” for migraine symptoms, does nothing feel like it’s really solving the issue?
The Headache Doctor Podcast is on a mission to provide education and empower everyone with headaches and migraines to break FREE from a life of fear and dependence so that they can THRIVE in everything they do.
Dr. Taves, founder of the podcast and owner of Novera: Headache Center believes you deserve to feel in control of your health again — with more symptom-free days and less worry over when the next migraine will hit. Physical therapy for the neck at his clinic has decreased headache and migraine symptoms for hundreds of people.
Each week he dives into a topic related to headaches and migraines, or interviews experts to help you be informed as you manage your headaches and migraines.
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P.S. – Outside of this podcast, Dr. Taves has provided superb education in the form of a detailed masterclass with videos which can be found on his website (www.noveraheadachecenter.com). His clinic also provides health coaching for patients out of state, and of course - in person care if you’re in Colorado!
*Disclaimer: This advice is not meant to be a substitute for advice from a medical professional regarding diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician, physical therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with questions you may have regarding a healthcare condition. Reliance on the information provided within this podcast is done solely at your own risk.
The Headache Doctor Podcast
Can Mold Be Causing Your Headaches? What the Research Actually Says
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Could mold in your home be the reason behind your headaches or migraines?
In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Jono Taves and Dr. Sarah Thomas break down one of the most commonly blamed—but often misunderstood—triggers: mold.
While mold is frequently linked to headaches online, the real answer is more nuanced. This episode explores what the research actually says, when mold might matter, and why it’s rarely the root cause on its own.
You’ll learn:
- Whether mold truly causes headaches and migraines
- How mold affects your immune system and pain sensitivity
- Why some people react to mold while others don’t
- When mold exposure is worth investigating
- How this fits into a root-cause approach to headache treatment
If you’ve wondered whether your environment could be contributing to your symptoms—or you’ve been told mold is the problem—this episode will help you think about it clearly and make smarter decisions.
Get your questions about mold answered in our virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about
Sources:
- Mold and Your Health – Illinois Department of Public Health
- Mold Allergy: Symptoms & Causes – Mayo Clinic
- An Overview of the Innate Immune System
- Fungal Exposure and Health Effects (PMC Article) – National Library of Medicine
- Environmental & Physical Factors (Headaches) – National Headache Foundation
- Mold and Neurological Symptoms – Healthline
- Toxic Mold & Health Effects – American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI)
- Lyme Disease: Symptoms & Causes – Mayo Clinic
- Black Mold: Symptoms & Health Effects – Cleveland Clinic