The Goodlife Health Podcast

GLH #13: How your Cleaning Products Might be Triggering your Migraines and Weight Gain

In this episode of The Good Life Health Podcast, I dive deep into the world of detoxification—why it's not just a trendy wellness word, but an essential process your body needs to stay healthy in today’s toxin-filled world. I share why I personally go through a cleanse twice a year and how my own mold toxicity journey taught me just how much our environment impacts everything from hormones and brain fog to gut health and fertility. I break down how your liver detox system works, why some people are more sensitive than others (thanks to dirty genes), and what steps you can take to reduce your toxic burden. Plus, I cover how we help clients in our 90-day program test for and clear mold, heavy metals, and environmental pollutants to finally feel better—for good. 🔍 What I Talked About in This Episode * My current 3-week cleanse and why I do it every 6 months * The difference between phase 1 and phase 2 liver detox * What can go wrong when your detox pathways are overloaded * Why some people are more chemically sensitive than others * My personal genetic mutations (SNPs) and how they affect glutathione production * The role of glutathione in clearing mold, mercury, and chemical toxins * Functional testing we run in our 90-Day Program: foundational vs. platinum panels * Real case study: a Crohn’s patient with hidden mold and flame retardant toxicity * The danger of suppressing symptoms like diarrhea without knowing the root cause * Truly Free cleaning products and why we use them for our entire household * Why what’s “too toxic for babies” should be avoided by adults too * The link between laundry detergent, hormone disruption, and testosterone loss * How to support detox with glutathione, IVs, binders, and sauna therapy * Why testing is essential before you start a targeted detox protocol * The Vibrant Wellness Total Tox Burden Test we use in our office * The step-by-step framework we use with clients to remove toxins and restore function 🔗 Mentioned in the Episode — Link in Show Notes * Good Life Health Priority List [https://www.goodlifehealth.org/priority-list] * Truly Free Cleaning Products [https://trulyfreehome.com/] * Liposomal Glutathione – Quicksilver Scientific [https://www.quicksilverscientific.com/products/glutathione?campaignid=21701183513&gad_campaignid=21694706070&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADCSeUm4wwH7pJvRP8WyRlkr54kWo&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvajDBhCNARIsAEE29Wowc5Obro5Iye_cLJy2-_YdmZ2mlgvQlHZF457KM12a4qCAc4IlrvEaApW8EALw_wcB&hsa_acc=2733807029&hsa_ad=&hsa_cam=21701183513&hsa_grp=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_ver=3&src=google&utm_campaign=&utm_medium=ppc&utm_source=adwords&utm_term=] * Dirty Genes by Dr. Ben Lynch [https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/dirty-genes-by-dr-ben-lynch] * Apply for our Functional Medicine 90-Day Program [https://www.goodlifehealth.org/apply-now]

GLH #12: How Functional Medicine Helped Us Get Pregnant

In this episode of The Good Life Health Podcast, I share the deeply personal journey that led me to fully embrace functional medicine—not just as a practitioner, but as a patient. When my wife Meg and I were trying to get pregnant and nothing was working, I started experiencing unexplained fatigue, weight gain, depression, and digestive issues… all while doing everything right. What we didn’t realize at the time was that our apartment was filled with toxic mold—and that exposure was affecting both of our hormones and fertility. Through functional medicine testing and a targeted detox protocol, we addressed mold toxicity, regulated our systems, and, within weeks of finishing our protocol, Meg got pregnant. This episode is about how getting to the real root cause can truly change lives—and why I believe this is the future of healthcare. 🔍 What I Talked About in This Episode * 4th of July life update and the worst travel experience I’ve ever had * Prepping for my upcoming muscle testing training in Boston * My background in applied kinesiology and why I shifted to functional medicine * The moldy apartment that started it all: fatigue, reflux, depression, and weight gain * How mold toxicity disrupted both my health and our fertility * The exact detox protocol Meg and I used to clear mold from our bodies * Why estrogen dominance and low testosterone from mold can cause infertility * How we got pregnant just weeks after detoxing and leaving the moldy apartment * What estrogen dominance looks like in women and why it's often overlooked * How functional medicine gave me back my energy, purpose, and family * The power of addressing root causes instead of managing symptoms * Why this journey led us to rename the practice Good Life Health 🔗 Mentioned in the Episode — Link in Show Notes * Standard Process 21-Day Cleanse [https://www.standardprocess.com/programs/body-purification]

GLH#11: What Is Functional Medicine Anyway?

In this episode of The Good Life Health Podcast, I break down what functional medicine actually is—and more importantly, what it isn’t. I share how it differs from both conventional and “green” medicine, and why it’s the only model that helped me and my patients uncover what was really going on beneath the surface. You’ll hear real case studies from my 90-day program, including a Crohn’s patient who reduced her symptoms dramatically, a chronic fatigue client finally getting his energy back, and a patient who just couldn’t believe what it feels like to actually poop normally. I also open up about the most common question I get: “What does functional even mean?”—and walk you through the three types of medicine so you can finally understand the distinction and why root-cause medicine is the future of care. Plus, a few life updates (spoiler alert: my daughter is now 2 months old!) and what I’m learning next to bring even better outcomes to our Good Life Health community. 🔍 What I Talked About in This Episode * Life updates: My daughter turned two months old, and Daisy the dog is adjusting to sharing attention * Refresher training: why I’m going back to study muscle testing again after 8 years * How muscle testing helps personalize care and pre-test supplement compatibility * Overview of our 90-Day Good Life Health Program * Crohn’s case study: reducing bowel movements from 6x/day to 2x/day * Chronic fatigue case study: discovering toxic E. coli as the root cause * Full-spectrum case: a patient learning what real energy and digestion feel like * Mold toxicity: identifying home mold exposure through testing and remediation * The three types of medicine: * Traditional medicine = drug for a symptom * Green medicine = herb/supplement for a symptom * Functional medicine = find out why the symptom is happening * What functional medicine looks for: gut pathogens, hormone imbalances, mold, stress, etc. * Why functional medicine isn’t about treating symptoms—it’s about solving puzzles * Why “functional” gets thrown around too loosely in the rehab and health space * The goal of Good Life Health: building a healthier world through root-cause care 🔗 Resources Mentioned * Next Level Health Priority List [https://www.goodlifehealth.org/priority-list] * Mold Remediation Specialist Referral [https://longislandmoldguy.com/] * Applied Kinesiology [https://icakusa.com/education/intro-to-ak/]

GLH #10: Why We Changed the Name of Our Practice

In this episode of The Good Life Health Podcast, I share an inside look into one of the most transformational years of my life—both personally and professionally. From moving multiple times due to mold toxicity, to becoming a new dad, to battling my own mysterious health issues, this year forced me to confront what conventional healthcare missed and fully embrace the root-cause approach of functional medicine. You’ll hear the personal health crisis that led me to seek deeper training, run labs on myself, and ultimately reimagine what my clinic stands for. That’s why we’re no longer just Kinetic Chiropractic—we’re evolving into Good Life Health, a practice built to solve the health challenges traditional medicine often overlooks. 🔍 What I Talked About in This Episode * Life updates: moving 3x, mold exposure, and the birth of my daughter * Struggles with my own health: fatigue, brain fog, depression, and poor recovery * How mold toxicity impacted my energy, workouts, and fertility * Why I pursued functional medicine certifications and deeper training * Running advanced functional lab tests on myself and what I discovered * Surprising results: mold toxicity, high histamine, gut dysbiosis, H. pylori, and more * How detoxing led to improved symptoms—and our surprise pregnancy * Using Mos Nutrition detox, sauna therapy, and targeted supplementation * Why traditional medicine often misses the real root cause * The evolution of our clinic from Kinetic Chiropractic to Good Life Health * The vision for the future: a comprehensive year-long health transformation program * My ongoing education in functional neurology, herbalism, NLP, and visceral mobility * Our new standard of care: blending movement, medicine, mindset, and diagnostics * Rebranding the podcast and practice to reflect this new era of care 🔗 Resources Mentioned (Link in Show Notes) * Good Life Health Priority List [https://www.goodlifehealth.org/priority-list] * Functional Diagnostic Nutrition [https://functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/] * Functional Medicine University [https://www.functionalmedicineuniversity.com/] * GI Map Testing [https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/gi-map] * Moss Nutrition [https://www.mossnutrition.com/] * SoJo Spa Club [https://sojospaclub.com/] * NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming)  [https://www.purenlp.com/] * Movement Revs LTAP [https://www.movementrev.com/]

Episode 09: Mindset and Mechanics with T.J. Arella

In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between mindset, awareness, and strength training in preventing injury and improving overall movement. Our guest takes us through his journey of refining strength training approaches to help people of all fitness levels train smarter and stay injury-free. This episode highlights how mentors, exposure to new ideas, and always being open to learning can accelerate personal growth and help elevate your craft. TJ talks about how he continues to expose himself to new concepts and how being open-minded is a key to progress. We discuss the importance of shifting how people view strength training—especially those who feel intimidated by it. The goal is to create a welcoming, personalized training environment where anyone—from beginners to seasoned athletes—can work together, progress, and develop a better understanding of their bodies. This isn’t just about lifting heavy weights; it’s about building the right foundation, learning proper movement patterns, and giving your body the tools it needs to stay injury-free and perform at its best. Whether you’re an athlete struggling with pain or someone who just wants to feel stronger and more confident in everyday movements, this episode has something for you. We talk about: Tune in to hear about: * The role of mindset in overcoming injury and building strength  Why awareness of body mechanics is key to injury prevention * How mindset and consistency help you stay resilient through pain * Tips for incorporating injury recovery into your fitness plan * A personal story of recovery and confidence through strength training And don’t miss the bonus conversation about how strength training can help improve golf swings, keep athletes healthy, and lead to better daily posture and mobility. Whether you're new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, the conversation here will change how you think about training and movement. Find our guest: * 8 Well Life (@8Well.life on Instagram) * Personal: @tjarella