Episodios

  • Ep. 41 Neuroplasticity: How to Retrain Your Brain for Mental Clarity
    Jul 8 2025

    Your brain is not fixed. It’s flexible, adaptable, and capable of incredible transformation—at any age.

    In this episode, Dr. Kate Duncan explores the fascinating science of neuroplasticity and how you can use it to overcome brain fog, improve focus, and boost mental clarity—naturally. Backed by evidence-based research and clinical experience, you’ll learn how everyday habits literally reshape your brain.

    Inside this episode:

    • What neuroplasticity is—and why it matters now more than ever

    • The hidden lifestyle factors damaging your brain’s ability to heal

    • The role of gut health, inflammation, and toxins in cognitive decline

    • Simple, science-backed strategies to retrain your brain

    • Tools we use in our clinic to support clarity, memory, and focus

    Whether you’re recovering from burnout or just want to think and feel better, this episode gives you the tools to support a sharper, stronger brain—starting today.

    🎙️ Next week: “Beyond Antidepressants: Holistic Strategies for Beating Depression Naturally”

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    24 m
  • Ep. 39 Testosterone-Boosting Foods: What to Eat & What to Avoid
    Jun 24 2025

    In 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.

    We’ll cover:

    • What to eat for better energy, strength, and libido

    • Key nutrients your body needs to make testosterone

    • A full sample day of hormone-supportive meals

    • Supplements that actually work (and which ones to avoid)

    • 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.

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    22 m
  • Ep. 38 The Hidden Cause of Erectile Dysfunction: It is Not Just About Testosterone!
    Jun 17 2025

    June is Men’s Health Month—and we’re kicking this week off with a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood men’s health concerns: erectile dysfunction (ED). In this episode, Dr. Kate Duncan explores the root causes of ED that go far beyond testosterone.

    You’ll learn how factors like vascular health, blood sugar, stress hormones, nutrient deficiencies, poor sleep, and even screen habits play a critical role in sexual function and vitality. With evidence-based insights from peer-reviewed studies, you’ll gain a clear roadmap for identifying and addressing the real reasons behind ED—without shame, stigma, or guesswork.

    If you're ready to look beyond prescriptions and dig into practical, root-cause solutions for performance, energy, and overall health, this episode is for you.

    👉 Highlights include:

    • Why testosterone isn’t the full story

    • The connection between ED and cardiovascular risk

    • How stress, cortisol, and sleep disrupt hormonal balance

    • The surprising role of micronutrients and gut health

    • Functional medicine strategies to reclaim energy and vitality

    📌 Next week: Testosterone-Boosting Foods—What to Eat and What to Avoid

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    21 m
  • Ep. 37 Muscles & Metabolism: The Secret to Staying Lean After 40
    Jun 10 2025

    In this kickoff to our Men’s Health Month series, Dr. Kate Duncan explores the science and strategy behind staying lean, strong, and energized after 40. Muscle isn’t just for athletes—it’s your body’s metabolic engine, hormonal support system, and long-term health insurance. In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • Why metabolism slows with age—and what you can do about it

    • The crucial role of muscle in fat burning, insulin sensitivity, and testosterone

    • Why cardio alone won’t cut it

    • Strength training strategies that work in real life

    • Nutrition tips to fuel muscle and restore energy

    • How hormones like cortisol, insulin, and testosterone impact results

    • The often-overlooked power of recovery and sleep

    Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to optimize your routine, this episode offers science-backed solutions to help you build strength, boost energy, and reclaim your metabolic edge.

    📅 Next Week: We’ll uncover The Hidden Causes of Erectile Dysfunction: It’s Not Just About Testosterone.

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    25 m
  • Ep. 36 Testosterone Truths: Boosting Your T-Levels Naturally
    Jun 3 2025

    June is Men’s Health Month—and in this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan dives deep into a critical yet often overlooked topic: testosterone and its impact on men's overall health.

    From energy and mood to metabolism, muscle mass, and libido, testosterone plays a central role in how men feel and function every day. But low T isn’t just about aging—it’s often a symptom of deeper, reversible root causes like stress, poor sleep, toxin exposure, and inflammation.

    In this evidence-based, holistic conversation, Dr. Kate covers:
    • The surprising signs of low testosterone
    • Lifestyle habits that naturally support hormone health
    • Testosterone-boosting foods and supplements
    • The hidden impact of stress, sleep, and gut health
    • The importance of functional lab testing, including the Fluids iQ Stress & Metabolic Profile

    Whether you’re looking to optimize your own health or support a man in your life, this episode is full of actionable tools and functional medicine insights that go far beyond quick fixes.

    💡 Book your free functional medicine discovery consultation at Duncan Chiropractic Health Center to learn more.

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    29 m
  • Ep. 35 Toxic Beauty: How Endocrine Disruptors Hijack Your Hormones
    May 27 2025

    In this empowering episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan wraps up Women’s Health Month with a deep dive into a topic that hits closer to home than you might think—your personal care products. From fragrance to foundation, everyday items may be silently impacting your hormones, fertility, mood, and more.

    Discover:

    • What endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are and how they affect women’s health

    • The most common EDCs found in makeup, shampoo, and skincare

    • How genetics, gut health, and detox pathways influence your sensitivity to these chemicals

    • Practical, holistic solutions to reduce your toxic load and support your hormone health from the inside out

    This episode is packed with science-backed strategies, simple swaps, and lifestyle shifts you can make today to start feeling better tomorrow.

    🎧 Listen in and learn how to reclaim your routine, your hormones, and your health—one product at a time.

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    23 m
  • Ep. 34 Hot Flashes, Brain Fog & Mood Swings: The Real Reason Behind Menopausal Symptoms
    May 20 2025

    🧠🔥 Feeling foggy, moody, or like your internal thermostat is completely broken? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not “just aging.”

    In this episode of The GoodLife in Health and Wellness, Dr. Kate Duncan takes you beyond the surface to uncover the real root causes behind some of the most frustrating menopausal symptoms. From hot flashes and brain fog to anxiety and mood swings, we explore what’s actually happening in your body—and what you can do about it.

    🎧 You’ll learn:

    • Why estrogen is crucial for brain health, mood, and memory

    • How stress, blood sugar, gut health, and toxins amplify symptoms

    • Functional medicine tools that support true healing (not just symptom masking)

    • Natural strategies backed by evidence to help you feel more like yourself again

    This isn’t just about managing menopause—it’s about thriving through it with clarity, confidence, and holistic support.

    🌿 Whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause, this episode will empower you to take charge of your health with practical, personalized steps.

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    Toxic Beauty – How Endocrine Disruptors Hijack Your Hormones

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    26 m