Summer's here. Time for a cool treat. So, you grab a popsicle from the freezer. Ahh ... that's better. Until, out of nowhere, a sharp sudden pain rushes to your forehead. You've got brain freeze!
We talk with neuroscientist
Caroline Palavicino-Maggio about the science behind these short-lived cold-induced headaches. Plus, some listener mail.
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