Migraine and Headache Book Reviews

• "Handbook of Headache" – Review
  by Randolph W. Evans, MD, and Ninan T. Mathew, MD. Ranking: 5 stars out of 5. A "practical, easily readable guide to the diagnosis and management of headache patients."
• "The Headache Prevention Cookbook" - Review
  By Dr. David Marks with recipes by Dr. Laura Marks, The Headache Prevention Cookbook is an excellent resource for identifying Migraine food triggers and learning to cook without them.
  • Recipe: Grape Tarts with Vanilla Pastry Cream
    The tangy grapes contrast well with the smooth pastry cream, creating a unique and satisfying dessert.
  • Recipe: Orange Blossom French Toast
    An unexpected burst of orange flavors this morning standard, which is also served with an orange sauce.
  • Recipe: Veal Chops with Lemon-Basil Butter
    This simple dish has a light, lemony flavor that enhances the taste of the veal.
• "Headache Through the Ages" – Review
  by Seymour Diamond, MD, and Mary A. Franklin. Ranking: 4.5 stars out of 5. Headache Through the Ages  explores how "headache" has been perceived through time in literature, art history, and anecdotal material.
• “Heal Your Headache” - Review
  This is a thought-provoking book. Dr. Buchholz makes some excellent points, but readers should remember that he's writing about his hypotheses rather than blindly accepting everything written in any book.
• "Living Well With Migraine Disease and Headaches" - Review
  Review of "Living Well With Migraine Disease and Headaches" by Teri Robert. From definitions of types of Migraines and headaches to commonly used medications in the treatment of Migraines and headache diseases, to self-advocacy and dealing with family issues, this book has it all.
  • Excerpt - "Living Well With Migraine Disease and Headaches"
    Your role on your health care team for better Migraine and headache treatment.
  • Excerpt 2 - "Living Well With Migraine Disease and Headaches"
    Teri Robert's experience with Migraine disease and headaches and her search for effective treatment.
• Managing Migraine: A Healthcare Professional's Guide to Collaborative Migraine Care
  For the doctor who has not had the time to extensively research Migraine, but would like to be better equipped to help the Migraineurs in his or her practice, this book will be quite valuable.
• Managing Migraine: A Patient's Guide to Successful Migraine Care
  You can't go wrong with this book. No matter how experienced you are in communicating with your doctor and managing you Migraines, you can pick up a few tips here.
• Migraine Expressions
  Migraine Expressions offers an intimate view of Migraine disease through the words and works of arts of Migraineurs.
• "Migraine and Other Headaches" – Review
  Definitely a must-have book, "Migraine and Other Headaches" was written by Dr. William B. Young and Dr. Stephen D. Silberstein, both noted experts in the treatment of headache disorders and Migraine.
• “Migraine Relief Guide”
  Your $37 would be better spent on two or three paperback Migraine and headache books.
• Migraines Managed
  Two words can summarize this book: guts and greed.
• No More Migraines
  Author John Benak claims to have the "cure" for Migraines. Learn more about what he says and why you shouldn't waste your money on his claim.
• “Overcoming Migraines and Headaches” – A Review
  Some good points, but overall disappointing. For worthwhile Migraine and headache information, choose another book.
• "Pain - the Fifth Vital Sign" – Review
  How do we explain "how much" pain we're experiencing in a way that's universally understood? As headache and Migraine patients we can absolutely relate. Jackson explores pain as the "Fifth Vital Sign," as measurable as temperature, blood pressure, heart beat, and respiration.
• Planting Seeds Lavender Set
  Review of Planting Seeds lavender gift set with soap, a candle, and lavender seeds. Aromatherapy for Migraines and Headaches.
• "Understanding Migraine and Other Headaches" – Review
  by Stewart J. Tepper, MD. Ranking 5 stars out of 5. Written "for general readers," the book is, "a comprehensive overview of causes, diagnoses, and treatments" written in a logical, easy flowing style.
• “You Can Heal Your Life” – Review
  Reviewed at the request of a forum member, this book by Louise L Hay has one good thing going for it and a lot of MISinformation.