{"podcast":{"title":"The Goode Health: Functional Medicine, Longevity & Autoimmune","slug":"the-goode-health-functional-medicine-longevity-autoimmune-6433631","podcast_index_feed_id":6433631,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-goode-health-podcast/","website_url":"https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8c874a88-016b-40f2-a31f-145d93096a54/cover-on-apps.png","author":"Nicole Goode Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner","episode_count":130,"summary":"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 Functio…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-15T16:19:48.851332+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-goode-health-functional-medicine-longevity-autoimmune-6433631"},"episode":{"title":"Blood Tests Are “Normal” But You Feel Awful: 5 Markers Your Doctor May Miss","slug":"blood-tests-are-normal-but-you-feel-awful-5-markers-your-doctor-may-miss","published_at":"2026-03-23T07:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-goode-health-functional-medicine-longevity-autoimmune-6433631/blood-tests-are-normal-but-you-feel-awful-5-markers-your-doctor-may-miss","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-goode-health-functional-medicine-longevity-autoimmune-6433631","url":"https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f6166fbe-5c1c-4ea4-b732-9234f622a32b.mp3","summary":"Have you ever been told your blood tests are normal , even though you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, hair thinning, or energy crashes that don’t make sense? In this episode of The Goode Health Podcast, we explain the five key lab markers functional medicine practitioners use to uncover hidden health issues that conventional blood panels often overlook, why standard blood tests often miss early signs of dysfunction, and why “normal” doesn’t always mean optimal health . 02:28 – Why “Normal” Blood Tests Don’t Always Mean Optimal Health 04:20 – Marker #1: Fasting Insulin (Early Detection of Insulin Resistance) 07:05 – Marker #2: A Full Thyroid Panel (Beyond TSH Testing) 11:43 – Marker #3: hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein) 14:28 – Marker #4: Ferritin (Iron Storage and Fatigue) 17:40 – Marker #5: Cortisol Curve (Understanding the Stress Response) If you’ve ever felt dismissed by “normal” lab results but know something in your body isn’t right, this episode will help you understand what may be missing from your testing, what questions to ask your doctor, and which markers can uncover the root causes of fatigue, hormonal imbalance, and metabolic dysfunction. RESOURCES: Grab the TESTING REFERENCE RANGES and all resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-118 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. 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