Ep. 39 Testosterone-Boosting Foods: What to Eat & What to Avoid
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
Release Date: 06/24/2025
Ep. 72 Blood Pressure, Hot Flashes & Menopause — What’s the Link?
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
Hot flashes, sudden blood pressure spikes, heart palpitations, and nighttime wake-ups are some of the most unsettling symptoms women experience during perimenopause and menopause, and yet they’re rarely explained in a way that actually makes sense. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan explores the often-overlooked connection between blood pressure changes, hot flashes, and the autonomic nervous system during midlife hormone transitions. As part of our Heart and Hormone Health series, this episode breaks down how estrogen fluctuations influence vascular...
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Ep. 71 Metabolic Plateaus: Why You’re Stuck & How to Break Through
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Hitting a metabolic plateau can feel frustrating and confusing — especially when you’re doing everything “right.” Eating well, moving your body, managing stress, and prioritizing sleep, yet progress suddenly stalls. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan breaks down why metabolic plateaus happen and what your body is actually trying to communicate. You’ll learn how inflammation, hidden stressors, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal shifts, and metabolic adaptation can quietly slow progress, even in motivated and disciplined individuals. This episode...
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Ep. 70 The Liver: Your Metabolic Traffic Controller
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If you feel stuck with your metabolism, hormones, energy, or weight — even though you’re doing everything “right”, your liver may be the missing piece. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan breaks down why the liver is the true metabolic traffic controller of the body. You’ll learn how liver congestion, toxin overload, and impaired detox pathways can quietly drive estrogen dominance, insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, fatigue, inflammation, and stalled weight loss. We explore how modern life overwhelms the liver, how the two phases of...
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Ep. 69 Muscle: The Organ of Longevity (and Your Metabolic Superpower)
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What if building muscle is one of the most powerful things you can do for your metabolism, hormones, and long-term health, especially during perimenopause? In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan dives into the science behind muscle as the organ of longevity and why it plays a critical role in metabolic health far beyond aesthetics or weight loss. We explore how muscle supports blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, mitochondrial energy production, hormone balance, immune health, and cognitive clarity, all backed by evidence-based research. You’ll learn...
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Ep. 68 Why Your Resolutions Fail (and What Actually Works for Metabolic Health)
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Are you tired of starting strong in January… only to burn out by February? You're not alone, and it's not a character flaw. In this episode, Dr. Kate Duncan breaks down the real reasons most resolutions fail, especially for women in perimenopause and beyond. Spoiler: it’s not about willpower, it’s about hormones, stress, dopamine, and metabolic shifts that change how your body responds to goals. You’ll learn: * Why discipline isn’t the answer * How hormones hijack motivation and cravings * What metabolism really is, and how to support it * Why small, identity-based habits work...
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Ep. 67 Intentional Living for the New Year: Setting Goals That Actually Support Your Health
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New Year’s resolutions sound great, but the truth is, most don’t last. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan breaks down why traditional resolutions often fail and how you can create goals that actually stick. You’ll learn: Why only 8% of people keep their resolutions (and how to beat the odds) The research on how long it really takes to form a habit Gentle January resets to rebalance hormones, energy, and mood The 5 pillars of intentional wellness to guide sustainable goals How to set SMART goals with a functional medicine twist Real...
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Ep. 66 Grief, Loneliness, and the Holidays: Navigating Emotional Health
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The holidays are often painted as joyful, sparkling, and full of togetherness—but for many, this season brings up something very different. Grief, loneliness, and emotional exhaustion are more common than most people realize. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate shares a heartfelt conversation about navigating the holidays when they don’t feel merry and bright. Drawing from research, real-world tools, and personal experience, she explores: Why grief and loneliness affect both emotional and physical health Practical tools for coping, from journaling to...
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Ep. 65 Holiday Freedom - Thriving Without Sugar & Flour During the Most Tempting Time of Year
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan explores the powerful connection between women’s hormones and blood sugar regulation. From PCOS to menopause, hormonal changes can disrupt glucose metabolism, fuel insulin resistance, and trigger symptoms like fatigue, cravings, irregular cycles, mood swings, and stubborn belly fat. Dr. Duncan breaks down: Why insulin resistance is often the hidden root behind hormonal imbalances How PCOS and menopause uniquely impact blood sugar control Practical strategies with food, movement, stress, and sleep to restore balance...
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Ep. 64 Sugar, Alcohol, and Sleep: The Holiday Trio That Disrupts Your Hormones
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
The holidays are filled with joy, traditions… and a whole lot of sugar, alcohol, and late nights. But what do these indulgences really do to your body? In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan breaks down how sugar, alcohol, and disrupted sleep create a “hormonal hurricane”—spiking cortisol, throwing off insulin, shutting down fat burning, and leaving you with fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, and brain fog. You’ll learn: How sugar alters insulin, leptin, and estrogen balance Why alcohol acts like a metabolic bully, shutting down fat burning The...
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Ep. 63 The Holiday Hustle: How to Stay Sane in the Seasonal Chaos
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year”, but for many of us, they bring more stress than joy. Between shopping, family obligations, financial pressures, and overloaded schedules, it’s no wonder nearly 70% of adults report higher stress levels during December. In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan takes you behind the scenes of what stress really does to your body, how it impacts your metabolism, hormones, sleep, and even your immune system. More importantly, she shares practical, evidence-based strategies to help you stay...
info_outlineIn this final episode of our Men’s Health Month series, Dr. Kate Duncan dives into one of the most powerful tools for hormone optimization: your food. Discover the top testosterone-supportive foods backed by research—and the common foods that may be sabotaging your hormones without you even realizing it.
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What to eat for better energy, strength, and libido
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Key nutrients your body needs to make testosterone
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A full sample day of hormone-supportive meals
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Supplements that actually work (and which ones to avoid)
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Lifestyle factors that make or break your hormone health
Whether you're looking to boost your testosterone naturally or just want to feel your best as you age, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based insights.
🎧 Tune in and learn how small changes to your diet and lifestyle can create big results for your hormones.