Are you looking for some luxurious Christmas gift ideas that actually support wellness, calm, and real self-care? In this special holiday episode of The Goode Health Podcast, Nicole shares her curated selection of Christmas gift ideas for wellness, skincare, and self-care rituals, a collection designed to bring calm, grounding, and restoration during one of the busiest times of the year. December can feel joyful, but it can also be overwhelming, emotional, and exhausting. This episode helps you pause, breathe, and choose gifts that genuinely support wellbeing for yourself or someone you love.

Along with the gift list, Nicole shares links to her MitoImmune Health Assessment and her free Optimal Immune Download, ideal tools for entering the new year feeling stronger, restored, and more resilient. Pour a warm drink, slow down, and enjoy this restorative wellness-focused Christmas guide.

01:00 — Why Thoughtful Wellness Gifts Matter

02:30 — Botanical Bath Rituals & Stress-Relief Gifts

05:05 — Clean, Science-Backed Skincare Gifts

07:30 — Home Fragrance Gifts & Calming Scents

08:14 — Sleep Ritual Gifts & Nighttime Relaxation

08:52 — Ayurvedic Haircare, Luxury Skincare & Discovery Sets

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-106

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

Have you struggled with unexplained redness, irritation, flare-ups, or changes in your skin as an adult? In this episode, dermatologist Dr Angela Tewari breaks down the real differences between eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. How each condition works beneath the surface, why they show up differently, and what they reveal about your overall skin health. You’ll learn what defines a truly healthy skin barrier, the early signs of imbalance, and why chronic skin conditions are becoming increasingly common in our 30s, 40s, and 50s.

We also explore the powerful connection between your skin, immune system, gut health, stress, and lifestyle, because real healing requires more than topical treatments. From dermatology-approved treatments to holistic tools like ceramides, probiotics, vitamin D, omega-3s, anti-inflammatory nutrition, and gentle skincare routines, this episode gives you a realistic roadmap for reducing flare-ups and rebuilding a resilient skin barrier.

01:00 — Differences Between Eczema, Psoriasis & Rosacea

05:15 — What Healthy Skin Really Looks Like & Early Signs of Inflammation

07:30 — Why More Adults Are Developing Skin Issues

10:00 — Eczema: Causes, Triggers & Treatment Options

19:20 — Psoriasis: Immune Activation & Lifestyle Factors

25:00 — Rosacea: Types, Triggers & Effective Treatments

30:00 — Skin Care Essentials for Sensitive & Inflamed Skin

32:15 — Key Nutrients & Supplements for Skin Health

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-105

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

We are celebrating one year since the release of Optimal You and revisiting the two foundational pillars—energy and immunity—and exploring how they work together through the MitoImmune Method. If you’ve been feeling chronically tired, overwhelmed by stress, constantly sick, or stuck in cycles of burnout, this episode breaks down the real science behind what’s happening inside your body and why your symptoms aren’t random.

Nicole takes you deeper into cellular energy, mitochondrial repair, and immune resilience, highlighting the modern-day stressors that drain vitality: chronic stress, poor sleep, nutrient depletion, inflammation, viral reactivation, and gut dysbiosis.

00:50 — One Year of Optimal You

02:40 — The First Two Pillars of the MitoImmune Method: Energy & Immunity

05:40 — How Energy Production Really Works (Cellular Energy + Mitochondria)

12:50 — Nutrition & Lifestyle That Rebuild Mitochondrial Energy

21:00 — Nutrition & Supplements for Immune Balance and Recovery

25:10 — How to Rebuild Energy & Immunity With the MitoImmune Method

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-104

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

“Why am I tired after sleeping?” You’re doing all the “right” things: going to bed on time, sleeping eight hours, drinking your greens… yet you still wake up tired. In this episode, Functional Medicine Practitioner Nicole Goode explains why exhaustion isn’t just about hours of sleep, it’s about the quality of your rest and the biology behind it.

You’ll learn how your circadian rhythm, hormones, and mitochondria interact while you sleep, and how modern habits like late-night screens, stress, and poor timing quietly disrupt your body’s repair cycles. Sleep better naturally and finally wake up energized, focused, and calm. Because feeling rested isn’t about doing more, it’s about letting your body do what it was designed to do.

02:00 — The Physiology of Sleep

05:50 — How Sleep Influences Every System in Your Body

15:50 — How Lifestyle Habits Impact Sleep Quality

19:10 — Practical Sleep Optimization

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-103

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

What lifestyle habits help people live longer and healthier lives? In this episode of The Goode Health Podcast, join me and longevity expert Belle Amatt as we unlock the proven habits of the world’s longest-living communities, the famed “blue zones.” You’ll discover how diet, movement, purpose and environment converge in places like Okinawa, Sardinia and Nicoya to extend not just lifespan, but healthspan — the years you live with vitality, purpose and joy. (Research shows these blue-zone communities share specific lifestyle patterns that confer major benefits.)

Let’s build your own “blue-zone style” foundation for health, resilience and meaningful purpose.

02:30 — What All the Blue Zones Have in Common

07:10 — Lifestyle & Longevity Mechanisms on the Cellular Level

11:00 — The Blue Zone Diet: Foods That Influence Healthspan

15:00 — Meal Timing & Fasting for Longevity

18:00 — Movement That Extends Lifespan

22:00 — Stress, Community & Emotional Health

31:20 — Critics & Myths About the Blue Zones

34:30 — Blue Zone-Inspired Meals & Nutritional Support

38:15 — How to Build Intergenerational Health

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-102

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

You’ve heard about collagen for glowing skin, but what if its real magic lies deeper? In this episode of The Goode Health Podcast, we reveal how collagen impacts sleep, stress, and overall resilience. You’ll learn how this essential protein supports not only your skin, but also your adrenals, nervous system, and gut, playing a vital role in how your body repairs and recovers every day.

If you’ve been curious about how to boost collagen naturally, or which collagen supplements actually make a difference, this episode will change how you think about collagen forever. Discover how small, daily choices — from your nutrition to your nighttime rituals — can help you achieve lasting energy, balanced hormones, and longevity.

01:30 – The Science of Collagen

04:10 – Nutrition + Favorite Supplementation

08:15 – Four Common Myths About Collagen

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-101

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

Are your hormones making you tired? In this special 100th episode of The Goode Health Podcast, registered nutritionist and women’s health expert Jessica Shand, author of The Hormone Balance Handbook, joins host Nicole Goode to break down how stress and cortisol can throw your hormones off balance, and what you can do to fix it naturally.

🎉 To celebrate 100 episodes of The Goode Health Podcast, we’re running a big GIVEAWAY! You can win one of three prizes: a free health consultation with Nicole, a W-Wellness supplement gift card, or a copy of Nicole and Jessica’s books. To enter, head over to Instagram @goode_health for full details and instructions.

03:30 — Everyday Signs of Hormone Imbalance and Cortisol Overload

08:40 — Running on Stress: from “Busy” to Burnout

12:30 — Supplements and Nutrition to Rebalance Hormones Naturally

17:15 — Lifestyle Habits That Cause Cellular Burnout

24:30 — More Supplements for Energy and Hormone Support

26:40 — Autoimmunity and Hormone Cycles in Women

32:00 — Environmental Toxins and Endocrine Disruptors

39:00 — Top 4 Practical Steps to Rebalance Hormones

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-100

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.

Most people only think about joint health once pain or stiffness begins, but your joints are the foundation of movement, independence, and longevity. In this episode, we’re reframing joint care from something reactive to something deeply proactive. You’ll learn how to protect your joints, reduce inflammation naturally, and stay strong, mobile, and pain-free as you age.

02:04 – What Really Happens to Your Joints as You Age

04:00 – Joint Health Is Key to Long-Term Performance and Longevity

06:25 – The Hidden Causes of Joint Inflammation

08:00 – Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition for Joint Health

08:50 – Supplements that Strengthen Joints and Support Recovery

11:33 – Movement, Mobility, and Recovery for Joint Support

RESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/episode-99

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. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.