{"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":"What Causes Brain Fog? The Blood-Brain Barrier, Brain Inflammation & Cognitive Decline","slug":"what-causes-brain-fog-the-blood-brain-barrier-brain-inflammation-cognitive-decline","published_at":"2026-06-15T07:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-goode-health-functional-medicine-longevity-autoimmune-6433631/what-causes-brain-fog-the-blood-brain-barrier-brain-inflammation-cognitive-decline","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/d3bda06b-656e-4461-b9af-c1fbd72cfd58.mp3","summary":"If you’ve been struggling with brain fog, fatigue, poor concentration, or memory issues and you’ve been told everything looks “normal,” this episode will help you understand what may actually be going on beneath the surface. We explore the emerging science behind the blood-brain barrier, a protective system that shields your brain from inflammation, toxins, and immune activity in the rest of the body. When this barrier is functioning well, your brain operates with clarity and stability. But when it becomes compromised, it may allow inflammatory signals, immune activity, and metabolic stress to affect cognitive function, potentially contributing to brain fog, fatigue, mood changes, and long-term cognitive decline. 02:00 — Why the brain is different from the rest of the body 06:10 — What is the blood-brain barrier? (Your brain’s protection system) 08:20 — The 3 main pathways to brain inflammation 11:55 — A “leaky brain” barrier matters more than you think 14:30 — What weakens the blood-brain barrier 17:10 — Can the blood-brain barrier heal? 3 mechanisms of support 21:20 — Gut health, gluten & molecular mimicry explained RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-129 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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