Dr. Kate Lyzenga-Dean

Dr. Kate's Functional Medicine Podcast

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Learn how to stay healthy and keep going even when life is stressful - with host Dr. Kate Lyzenga-Dean! This podcast was designed with you in mind - that is, if you happen to be busy, overworked, time-starved, anxiety-ridden, or stressed-out…with no end in sight. Enjoy whole-person health guidance, practical strategies, and an Integrative and Functional Medicine perspective - in bite-sized chunks designed for your busy schedule and overloaded brain.

Author

Dr. Kate Lyzenga-Dean

Category

Health

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Top 5 Best Foods that Lower Cortisol and Burn Fat 06.07.2026

🌟 Order your DUTCH Adrenal test here: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 Looking for more strategies to lower cortisol? Check out my Cortisol Calming Trio on Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-cortisol-calming-trio Struggling with exhaustion, belly fat, or restless nights? You might be stuck in survival mode thanks to high cortisol. In this episode, I’ll show you f...

High Cortisol Root Cause: 3 Triggers & How to Fix It 01.07.2026

🌟 Want to test your cortisol levels? Get comprehensive testing with my Cortisol Confidence Fast Track: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 Order my recommended cortisol-lowering supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-lower-cortisol-at-the-root-cause High cortisol isn’t just “part of getting older”—it’s a sign your body is stuck in survival mode. In this epidose, I reve...

Get Your Hair Back by Raising Low Ferritin 29.04.2026

🌟 Get your FREE Ferritin Boosting Checklist: https://www.drkateld.com/ferritin-checklist-signup 🌟 Order Dr. Kate’s vetted ferritin boosting supplements through Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-ferritin-boosting-supplements Not sure if you have H. pylori? Order a comprehensive stool analysis: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info Low ferritin could be the hidden cause of y...

How to Spot Low Cortisol Symptoms Others Miss 31.03.2026

Get Dr. Kate’s Top 5 Low Cortisol Supports: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-top-5-low-cortisol-supports Order your at-home Cortisol Test: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing Are you feeling tired, unmotivated, or struggling with sleep? You might be missing the signs of low cortisol. I’m sharing the 5 most common symptoms I see in practice, why cortisol matters for your health, a...

How to Pick Berberine that Actually Works: HCL vs. Phytosome 31.03.2026

Order my recommended Berberine HCL and Berberine Phytosome products: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-dr-kate-s-favorite-berberine-supplements Berberine has gone mainstream for it’s ability to help balance blood sugar, improve cholesterol, and drop unwanted fat. But which works best: Berberine HCL or Berberine Phytosome? And is one really better, or is it just savvy marketing? Tune in to s...

How to Take Berberine: Supplement for Success! 25.02.2026

🌟 Order my recommended, third-party tested Berberine product here: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-kate-lyzenga-dean-functional-fat-loss-trio 🌟 🌟 Get your GI MAP test: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info 🌟 🌟 Sign up today for your Free Functional Fat Loss Trio User Guide: https://www.drkateld.com/free-fat-loss-user-guide-signup 🌟 If you want to lose stubborn weight, balance yo...

Reverse Bone Loss Naturally - Real Results Without Medication 10.02.2026

🌟 Sign up to receive my FREE Bone Density Checklist: https://www.drkateld.com/free-bone-density-checklist-signup 🌟 Order your comprehensive stool analysis from my website: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info Order the practitioner-grade supplements that Ellen used to reverse her bone density loss: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-bone-density-supports Reverse bone loss naturally—ye...

True Detox: The Right Way to Cleanse and Feel Better! 29.01.2026

🌟 Order my vetted 10-day detox supplements for a big discount through my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-10-day-detox-supports 🌟 Sign up for the 10-Day Detox through my website: https://bit.ly/dr-kate-10-day-detox Ready to cut through the detox hype? I’m breaking down why most nutritional detoxes fail—and how to actually support your body’s natural, TRUE detoxific...

Akkermansia: Unlock Natural Weight Loss Now! 13.01.2026

🌟 Order my vetted Akkermansia boosting supplements through my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-akkermansia-for-weight-loss-supplements 🌟 Order your comprehensive, at-home stool test here: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info Is Akkermansia muciniphila the secret to effortless weight loss? I’m diving into the research, showing you how this keystone probiotic ca...

Hidden Cause of Chronic Fatigue: LOW FERRITIN 30.12.2025

🌟 Sign up today for your FREE Ferritin Boosting Checklist: https://www.drkateld.com/ferritin-checklist-signup 🌟Order your ferritin test here: https://bit.ly/ferritin-test Order my preferred iron supplement through my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-ferritin-boosting-supplements Suspect that poor gut health is contributing to your low ferritin? Order your comprehen...

Why Your “Stress Fix” is Backfiring - Low vs. High Cortisol 18.12.2025

🌟 Sign up today for the Cortisol Confidence Fast Track! https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 Got LOW cortisol? Grab your FREE Guide: https://www.drkateld.com/cortisol-support-user-guide-sign-up Got HIGH cortisol? Grab your FREE Guide: https://www.drkateld.com/cortisol-lowering-trio-sign-up Are your cortisol-lowering supplements making things worse? They could be - especially if you ha...

Can Low Ferritin Cause Anxiety? 01.12.2025

🌟 Order your Ferritin test from my website: https://bit.ly/ferritin-test 🌟 🌟 Measure your cortisol levels with my Cortisol Confidence Fast Track! https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 🌟 Get your FREE Ferritin-Boosting Checklist: https://www.drkateld.com/ferritin-checklist-signup 🌟 Low ferritin and anxiety are more connected than you might think. In this episode, I break down what f...

Why Berberine Didn’t Work for YOU 18.11.2025

🌟 Order my recommended, third-party tested Berberine product! https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-kate-lyzenga-dean-functional-fat-loss-trio 🌟 🌟 Get your GI MAP test: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info 🌟 🌟 Sign up today for the Cortisol Confidence Fast Track! https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 🌟 Order your DUTCH Complete hormone test here: https://www.drkateld.com/D...

H. pylori: The Real Reason You Can’t Fix Your Low Ferritin 06.11.2025

🌟 Get your GI MAP test for H. pylori here: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info 🌟 Order your ferritin test today: https://bit.ly/ferritin-test Order Dr. Kate's recommended supports for helping to resolve a mild to moderate H. pylori infection: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-h-pylori-support If your ferritin won’t budge no matter what you try, H. pylori could be sabotaging your...

What’s the Best Test for Cortisol - and Why? 21.10.2025

🌟 Sign up today for the Cortisol Confidence Fast Track! https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing 🌟 Wondering why your cortisol test results don’t match how you feel? I get it—so many people are left frustrated by “normal” blood tests. That's why I’m sharing why most tests miss key cortisol clues, and how the DUTCH Adrenal test uncovers what’s really going on. If you’re tired, anxious, o...

Low Ferritin and High Cortisol: Crucial Connection 14.10.2025

🌟 Grab your FREE Ferritin Boosting Checklist Today! https://www.drkateld.com/ferritin-checklist-signup 🌟 Order your at-home DUTCH test here: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing Wondering why you’re tired, anxious, or struggling with high cortisol? In this episode, I explain the hidden link between low ferritin and stress hormones, how to test for both, and the evidence-based steps I re...

High Cortisol and Belly Fat: Hidden Connection Explained 23.09.2025

🌟 Order my favorite practitioner-grade supports for lowering cortisol and reducing belly fat: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-high-cortisol-and-belly-fat-supports 🌟 Order your at-home cortisol testing here: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing Think all belly fat is the same? Think again. In this episode, I reveal the truth about visceral fat, how stress and cortisol fuel it, a...

What are Symptoms of Low Cortisol? 11.09.2025

🌟 Get your hands on Dr. Kate's recommended cortisol supporting nutraceuticals at a huge discount! https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-cortisol-boosting-nutraceuticals 🌟 Order your comprehensive adrenal testing today: https://www.drkateld.com/adrenocortex-testing Low cortisol can leave you feeling exhausted, foggy, and frustrated! In this episode, I break down what cortisol really does,...

Berberine Benefits That Will Transform Your Health 30.08.2025

🌟 Order Dr. Kate's vetted Berberine supplement for a BIG discount here: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-functional-fat-loss-trio 🌟 Get your FREE Functional Fat Loss Trio here: https://www.drkateld.com/free-fat-loss-user-guide-signup Order your comprehensive stool analysis here: https://www.drkateld.com/gi-map-test-info Berberine’s benefits have stood the test of time—literally thous...

High Cortisol and Hormones: The Hidden Link that’s Hijacking Your Health 14.08.2025

🌟 Order your own DUTCH test today: https://www.drkateld.com/DUTCH-info 🌟 Order Dr. Kate’s preferred cortisol-managing supplements here: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-high-cortisol-and-hormones 🌟 **Order Dr. Kate’s recommended vagus nerve stimulating device here: https://truvaga.sjv.io/yqOPyW **Dr. Kate may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made using the link above for Truv...

What Happens to Hormones During Perimenopause? 25.06.2024

🌟 Sign up for your FREE Perimenopause Trio User Guide here: https://www.drkateld.com/free-perimenopause-trio-user-guide-signup 🌟 Are you in perimenopause and wondering what in the world is going on with your hormones? Or maybe you’re having weird new symptoms and you’re unsure if they’re being caused by perimenopausal hormone shifts. Tune in, because in this episode I’m going to explain what hap...

What is the Best Form of Berberine? 11.06.2024

🌟 Sign up for your FREE Functional Fat Loss Trio User Guide here: https://www.drkateld.com/free-fat-loss-user-guide-signup 🌟 Berberine is having a resurgence in popularity due to its impact on GLP-1, metabolism, the gut microbiome, inflammation, and weight loss - but which form of purified berberine extract is the most effective? Is one really better than the other, or is it just a case of savvy...

Vagus Nerve and Weight Loss 28.05.2024

The vagus nerve has so many crucial roles in the body that it’s hard to pick just one - it’s involved in everything from stress resilience to circulation to stomach function. But in this episode, I’m going to show you how taking care of your vagus nerve can help you lose body fat, so tune in! I’ve got some great, practical functional medicine strategies to share with you!

How to Treat ADHD with Botanicals 30.04.2024

🌟 FREE ADHD Botanical User Guide: https://www.drkateld.com/free-adhd-botanical-user-guide-signup 🌟 Do you struggle with focus, procrastination, mood swings, or overwhelm? You could be one of the millions of people who suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder aka ADHD. If you’ve been diagnosed with or suspect you have ADHD, tune in now, because in this episode, I’m going to share some...

How To Treat ADHD with Zinc 15.04.2024

If you have trouble with procrastination, focused attention, completing tasks, anxiety, and disorganization, you may be one of the estimated 8 to 9 million adults with ADHD - and you might not even know it. Tune in to learn how testing and treating Zinc deficiency can help you manage your symptoms and get your brain back! 🌟 FREE Zinc-Boosting Checklist:  ⁠https://www.drkateld.com/free-zinc-boosti...

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