Ep. 62 Blood Sugar and Women’s Health: PCOS, Menopause & Insulin Resistance
The Good Life in Health and Wellness Podcast
Release Date: 11/26/2025
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:
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Why insulin resistance is often the hidden root behind hormonal imbalances
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How PCOS and menopause uniquely impact blood sugar control
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Practical strategies with food, movement, stress, and sleep to restore balance
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Functional medicine tools and testing that uncover the real drivers of your symptoms
If you’ve been struggling with energy crashes, cravings, or hormone challenges, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening in your body—and how to take back control naturally.