The Goode Health: Functional Medicine, Longevity & Autoimmune

Nicole Goode Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
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Struggling with low energy, autoimmune flare-ups, or wondering how to live a longer, healthier life? Welcome to The Goode Health Podcast with Nicole Goode, your trusted guide to functional medicine, root-cause healing, and longevity science. Each week, host Nicole Goode dives into the connections between autoimmunity, thyroid health, chronic fatigue, inflammation, and stress recovery, bringing you expert insights and real-life stories to help you reclaim your energy and optimize your health. From immune health conditions like Hashimoto's, Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Burnout, to optimising your health for longevity, performance and success. With a focus on immune health, energy restoration, and longevity, you’ll learn how to listen to your body, uncover root causes, and unlock lasting vitality, so you can live with more clarity, confidence, and resilience. If you’re ready to move beyond symptoms and start building a foundation for lifelong health and vibrant energy, you’re in the right place. Hosted by Nicole Goode, Functional Medicine Practitioner & Registered Nutritionist (BANT), Nicole is the founder of The Goode Health Clinic which was winner of Best Functional Medicine Clinic 2023 at the Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards. Featured in Tatler, Women's Health, Marie Claire, Luxe Life and more, Nicole aims to empower and inspire people to live optimally well. DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

  1. 6d ago

    How Your Home Environment Impacts Thyroid Health & Autoimmune Disease

    Could your home environment be affecting your thyroid and immune system? Your thyroid and immune system are responding to more than just your diet, stress levels, and sleep. From indoor air quality and mould exposure to plastics, synthetic fragrances, PFAS, and household chemicals, this episode uncovers the environmental toxins many people are exposed to every single day, often without realizing it. If you’ve been struggling with Hashimoto’s, autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, hormone imbalances, inflammation, brain fog, or unexplained thyroid issues, this conversation will help you better understand the connection between your environment and your health. You’ll walk away with actionable steps to support your body’s natural detoxification systems, lower your overall toxic load, and practical, realistic ways to reduce environmental exposures without becoming overwhelmed or fearful. 01:30 — Why Your Home Environment Impacts Thyroid Health & Autoimmune Disease 03:20 — The Biggest Environmental Triggers Affecting Thyroid & Immune Health 06:20 — Why Even “Clean” Homes Can Still Increase Toxic Load 08:08 — The Top 5 Changes to Reduce Environmental Toxins at Home 12:15 — What Detoxification Actually Means (And What It Doesn’t) 15:05 — Why Some People Are More Sensitive to Environmental Toxins 18:00 — Perimenopause, Stress & Autoimmune Flare-Ups RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-127 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    23 min

  2. May 18

    Perimenopause or Thyroid Problems? How to Tell the Difference (And Why It Might Be Both)

    Are Your Symptoms Perimenopause or Thyroid Problems? If you’re in your 40s and suddenly dealing with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, poor sleep, low mood, or feeling unlike yourself, but your blood tests keep coming back “normal,” this episode of The Goode Health Podcast will help you understand what may actually be happening beneath the surface. Nicole Goode explores one of the most common and misunderstood health issues women face in midlife: the overlap between perimenopause and thyroid dysfunction. In this episode, Nicole breaks down why perimenopause symptoms and hypothyroidism symptoms can look almost identical, how fluctuating hormones can directly affect thyroid function, and why so many women are told their symptoms are “just stress” or “just age.” 01:45 – Why Perimenopause and Hypothyroidism Get Confused 03:20 – What Perimenopause Does to Your Hormones and Thyroid Function 08:10 – How to Tell Whether Symptoms Are Hormonal or Thyroid-Related 09:40 – What Testing to Ask For + Symptoms to Track RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-126 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    17 min

  3. May 11

    The Body Wants to Heal: Ayurveda & Breathwork with Brett Aldrich

    Does breathwork actually work or is it just another wellness trend? In this episode with Brett Aldrich, we explore a powerful idea at the intersection of Ayurveda and functional medicine: your body isn’t broken, it’s trying to communicate with you. What if your symptoms aren’t random, but meaningful signals pointing to deeper imbalances? You’ll learn how breathwork affects the nervous system on a physiological level, why regulating stress is key to reducing inflammation, and how Ayurveda approaches root cause healing rather than symptom management. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to start supporting your body in a more aligned way, with simple, practical tools like breathwork, daily Ayurvedic habits, and creating space for stillness. 02:45 – Brett’s Healing Journey: From Personal Struggle to Ayurveda & Breathwork 05:40 – What is Ayurveda? 09:12 – Ayurveda vs Western Medicine: Can they work together for better health? 12:00 – Why Symptoms Are Signals, Not Problems to Suppress 13:10 – How Stress Builds Up and Impacts Chronic Illness 15:20 – What is Breathwork? The Science Behind Nervous System Regulation 19:30 – Who Benefits Most from Breathwork? 25:10 – Simple Ayurvedic Habits & Beginner Breathwork Practices 30:00 – The One Non-Negotiable Daily Practice 32:00 – How to Find the Right Practitioner (And What to Look For) RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-125 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    36 min

  4. May 4

    Regenerative Medicine: How to Stop Chronic Disease Before It Starts with Dr. Hany Demian

    If modern medicine is designed to keep us well, why are chronic diseases rising in a healthcare system that has never been more advanced? And why do so many people follow every recommendation, take the medications, run the tests… and still don’t feel better? In this conversation, we break down how regenerative medicine is shifting healthcare from symptom management to true chronic disease prevention and root-cause healing. Dr. Hany Demian shares why most “preventive care” is actually just early detection, and what it really takes to stop chronic illness before it starts. You’ll learn how to move beyond reactive medicine, understand where you are on the spectrum of disease, and take a more proactive, personalized approach to your health. 02:20 – From Trauma Surgeon to Burnout (Why Modern Medicine Isn’t Working) 04:50 – What Is Regenerative Medicine? (And How It Actually Heals the Body) 08:50 – Preventive Medicine vs Early Detection: The Truth Most Doctors Don’t Say 13:20 – The Root Cause of Chronic Disease 17:20 – Can Stress Cause Disease? 23:20 – Why You Feel Sick Even When Tests Are Normal 30:10 – AI in Healthcare: Helpful Tool or Dangerous Shortcut? 37:20 – The Future of Medicine: Proactive Health, Longevity & Personalized Care RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-124 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    46 min

  5. Apr 27

    Functional Medicine for Metabolic Health: Where to Start & What to Do First

    If you’ve been learning about insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, gut health, and thyroid dysfunction but still don’t know where to start, this episode is for you. One of the biggest reasons people stay stuck is not lack of information, but lack of clear direction and sequencing. Knowing what to do is one thing. Knowing what to do first is what actually creates results. In this last episode of our Metabolic Health Series, we walk you through a functional medicine approach to metabolic health, showing you exactly how practitioners build a personalized plan. You’ll leave with a clear, step-by-step framework for metabolic healing, so you can stop guessing and start making progress that actually lasts. 02:45 – Functional Medicine Assessment: How to Identify Root Causes of Metabolic Health Issues 05:45 – The Right Order to Fix Insulin Resistance, Inflammation & Hormones 10:25 – What Results to Expect RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-123 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    16 min

  6. Apr 20

    How to Reduce Chronic Inflammation (The Driver of Insulin Resistance)

    Why do you have chronic inflammation? If you’re dealing with fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest, brain fog that comes and goes, stubborn weight gain, or symptoms that don’t seem to respond to your efforts, this episode will help you understand why. These are not random issues. They are often driven by chronic inflammation, a hidden physiological state that plays a central role in insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. In this episode of our Metabolic Health Series, we break down the key causes of chronic inflammation, the most useful clinical markers, and the evidence-based strategies to reduce inflammation at the root. If you want to stop guessing and start addressing the real driver behind your symptoms, this episode gives the missing link for many people who feel stuck despite doing “all the right things.” 02:40 – Acute vs Chronic Inflammation: What’s the Difference? 07:20 – 5 Root Causes of Chronic Inflammation 15:00 – How Chronic Inflammation Affects Your Body 21:00 – Best Lab Markers for Chronic Inflammation 24:35 – How to Reduce Chronic Inflammation Naturally 32:15 – How to Identify Your Own Inflammation Triggers RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-122 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    35 min

  7. Apr 13

    Insulin Resistance: Why Your Autoimmune & Thyroid Symptoms Aren’t Improving

    If you’ve been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or another autoimmune condition, and your symptoms aren’t improving, this episode will help you understand why. In this episode of the Metabolic Health Series, we uncover how insulin resistance disrupts the immune system and drives chronic inflammation, creating the perfect environment for autoimmune disease progression. We break down the science behind impaired T4 to T3 conversion, elevated reverse T3, and why thyroid antibodies (like TPO antibodies) continue to rise, even when your TSH is within range. 02:47 — How Insulin Resistance Drives Autoimmune Disease (Biological Mechanisms) 06:30 — Insulin Resistance and Thyroid Function Explained 10:45 — Hashimoto’s & Why Metabolic Testing Is Essential 14:10 — The Autoimmune–Metabolic Connection (RA, Lupus, Psoriasis) 18:20 — Our Functional Medicine Approach to Autoimmune & Thyroid Health This episode will give you the clarity you need to connect your symptoms and advocate for deeper testing. You’ll walk away understanding what’s been overlooked, and how addressing insulin resistance can help restore energy, improve metabolic health, and support long-term healing. RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-121 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

    24 min

  8. Apr 6

    Insulin Resistance: The Hidden Cause of Fatigue, Brain Fog & Weight Gain

    If you’re constantly tired, dealing with brain fog, and gaining weight despite eating well, exercising, and doing everything “right”—this episode will help you understand what’s really going on. In this episode of our Metabolic Health Series, we break down what insulin resistance actually is. You’ll learn how it impacts your energy levels, brain function, hormones, sleep, and metabolism, and why so many people are told their results are “normal” while still feeling exhausted, foggy, and stuck. 03:13 – What Is Insulin & Insulin Resistance? 04:40 – What Causes Insulin Resistance? 07:20 – Why Insulin Resistance Is Missed in Standard Blood Tests 11:10 – How Insulin Resistance Affects the Body 17:50 – Why Women in Their 30s–40s Are More Affected 20:25 – How to Reverse Insulin Resistance (Diet & Lifestyle) 24:45 – Supplements & Nutritional Support for Insulin Sensitivity 26:50 – Real Client Case: Hidden Insulin Resistance Explained Most importantly, this episode gives you a clear, practical starting point. You’ll understand which markers matter, why conventional testing often misses the full picture, and what a functional medicine approach to metabolic health looks like. RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-120 DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

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Struggling with low energy, autoimmune flare-ups, or wondering how to live a longer, healthier life? Welcome to The Goode Health Podcast with Nicole Goode, your trusted guide to functional medicine, root-cause healing, and longevity science. Each week, host Nicole Goode dives into the connections between autoimmunity, thyroid health, chronic fatigue, inflammation, and stress recovery, bringing you expert insights and real-life stories to help you reclaim your energy and optimize your health. From immune health conditions like Hashimoto's, Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Burnout, to optimising your health for longevity, performance and success. With a focus on immune health, energy restoration, and longevity, you’ll learn how to listen to your body, uncover root causes, and unlock lasting vitality, so you can live with more clarity, confidence, and resilience. If you’re ready to move beyond symptoms and start building a foundation for lifelong health and vibrant energy, you’re in the right place. Hosted by Nicole Goode, Functional Medicine Practitioner & Registered Nutritionist (BANT), Nicole is the founder of The Goode Health Clinic which was winner of Best Functional Medicine Clinic 2023 at the Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards. Featured in Tatler, Women's Health, Marie Claire, Luxe Life and more, Nicole aims to empower and inspire people to live optimally well. DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

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