What The Func?!

Health & Wellness Podcasts

What the func is Functional Medicine? How can it help you eat what your body actually needs, lose weight, and get healthy? Lower your stress level, improve your mental health, and help you thrive, mind, body, and soul? On the What the Func?! Podcast, we’re redefining HEALTHY by questioning the healthcare status quo with all the curiosity, science, and fun we can muster. Our brilliant hosts are Laura Schein, a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and longtime health nut, and Clayton Farris, a former “garbage human” (his words!) who discovered this new way to heal when conventional medicine let him down. Each episode, they dig into new, trending, and sometimes controversial topics in Functional Medicine, and with the help of the doctors and changemakers who stop by to share their expertise, they discover new and better ways to be healthy, from the brain to the gut and beyond. Have a listen and join us in asking “What the Func is Functional Medicine?!” What the Func?! is created by The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org

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Health & Wellness Podcasts

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What the func is Functional Medicine? How can it help you eat what your body actually needs, lose weight, and get healthy? Lower your stress level, improve your mental health, and help you thrive, mind, body, and soul? On the What the Func?! Podcast, we’re redefining HEALTHY by questioning the healthcare status quo with all the curiosity, science, and fun we can muster. Our brilliant hosts are Laura Schein, a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and longtime health nut, and Clayton Farris, a former “garbage human” (his words!) who discovered this new way to heal when conventional medicine let him down. Each episode, they dig into new, trending, and sometimes controversial topics in Functional Medicine, and with the help of the doctors and changemakers who stop by to share their expertise, they discover new and better ways to be healthy, from the brain to the gut and beyond. Have a listen and join us in asking “What the Func is Functional Medicine?!” What the Func?! is created by The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org

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English

Website:

https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org

Episodes

EPISODE 154: BRAIN HEALTH KITCHEN, PREVENTING ALZHEIMER'S THROUGH FOOD, WITH DR. ANNIE FENN

5/2/2024

In this episode Laura chats with Annie Fenn M.D., physician, chef, and author of Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food, a science-based cookbook and care manual for the brain. Annie and Laura have a deep discussion about their experiences with the disease in their families, and Annie shares her wisdom on how to fend off Alzheimer’s and other dementias while still eating delicious food. On What The Health?!: Test don't guess? The heat is on as Clayton and Laura debate the issue. Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC15 for 15% off at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 AG1: Code FUNC for a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 and 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkag1.com/func. Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. FMCA: Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:00:59:53

EPISODE 153: RED LIGHT THERAPY AND METHYLENE BLUE, WITH DR. MIKE BELKOWSKI

4/5/2024

In this episode we chat with Dr. Mike Belkowski, founder of BioLight. We dive into the myriad health benefits of red light therapy and the buzzy new (but actually ancient) supplement methylene blue. And ever heard of Carbon 60? We hadn't, but now we know. From skin health to gut health to brain health to sleep and immunity, we can't say enough about the perks of red and blue. Code FUNC for 10% off at BioLight. On What The Health?!: Journaling and gratitation? We're here for it. AG1: Code FUNC for a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 and 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkag1.com/func. Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC15 for 15% off at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 FMCA: Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:01:13:45

EPISODE 152: GUT RESET, WITH BONE BROTH QUEEN LINDSEY ERIN

2/16/2024

In this episode, Laura and Clayton chat with Lindsey Erin, founder of OWL Venice. She shares the story of how she went from making her own bone broth recipe in her apartment to becoming LA's bone broth queen. They discuss the many health benefits of bone broth and how Lindsey used it to heal her own issues, but they also gab about the importance of listening to your body and not being overly rigid. And after trying the 4-day OWL Reset, an organic cleanse program which combines the wisdom of Ayurveda and Chronobiology, Laura and Clayton share their own experiences. Code FUNC for 10% off at OWL Venice. On What The Health?!: Norwegian Spruce Extract. Tastes like... wood? Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:00:45:07

EPISODE 151: KETAMINE THERAPY, WITH SAM MANDEL

1/11/2024

On the first What The Func?! episode of season 5, Laura and Clayton chat with Sam Mandel, CEO of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles. They discuss the mental health benefits of Ketamine Infusion Therapy and why it's developed into a treatment option for individuals with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, suicidality, and other mood disorders. On What The Health?!: New Year's Resolutions? Let's see the stats. Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:01:04:38

EPISODE 150: ACHIEVING THE LIFE YOU DESERVE, WITH COACH KRISLER BAILEY

12/4/2023

On the 150th episode of What The Func?! Laura and Clayton chat with certified functional medicine health coach and long-time listener Krisler Bailey. They discuss the power of "no," self-care, and how to achieve the life you deserve. On What The Health?!: Kanna you feel the love tonight? Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:00:59:41

EPISODE 149: IMMUNE REBOOT, WITH DR. ROBERT SILVERMAN

11/9/2023

This week Laura chats with Dr. Robert Silverman again, Founder and CEO of Westchester Integrative Health Center. They chat about his new book, the Amazon bestseller Immune Reboot, and how to boost your immune system to stay healthy when faced with those winter bugs. You'll get great tips on food and supplements to boost immunity, and learn what SMASH stands for. Hint: it involves sardines. Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:00:40:45

EPISODE 148: LET'S TALK ABOUT BREAST CANCER, WITH IRA GREEN

10/16/2023

It's Breast Cancer Awareness month, and this week Laura & Clayton chat with Ira Green, Founder, CEO, and breast cancer survivor. Ira shares her intimate journey with breast cancer and how she found herself creating Freedom Natural Deodorant with ingredients she had in her kitchen. It's an inpsiring story of resilience and ingenuity about a disease that affects 1 in 8 women every year. Use code LiftUUp20 for 20% off your order. On What The Health?!: Are millennials prioritizing self-care? Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at https://www.naturepedic.com. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:01:05:40

EPISODE 147: VAGINAL HEALTH, WITH PRIYANKA JAIN

9/27/2023

This week Laura chats with Priyanka Jain, founder and CEO of Evvy. They chat about closing the gender health gap, decoding the vaginal microbiome, and destigmatizing vaginal health. Laura shares her Evvy test results and Priyanka helps her learn about what's going on down there and what it all means. If you're interested in testing too, use code FUNC for $10 off! Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:00:45:55

EPISODE 146: SIGNS OF MINERAL DEFICIENCY AND HOW TO BOOST CELLULAR METABOLISM, WITH CAROLINE ALAN

8/22/2023

This week we chat with Caroline Alan, a mineral enthusiast and the co-founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals. We learn the key signs of "hidden hunger," and how to supplement with bioavailable humic and fulvic mineral supplements to reverse mineral deficiency and boost overall health. Coming from a career in the corporate world, like many, Caroline found herself struggling physically, mentally, and energetically. As a result of her journey back to health, Caroline has become devoted to educating people about the benefits of plant-based mineral supplementation. On What The Health?!: Put manuka honey on it! Code FUNC for 20% off Beam Minerals at https://www.beamminerals.com/func Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

Duration:01:09:54

EPISODE 145: AI IN HEALTHCARE AND FINDING YOUR WHY, WITH NAVEEN JAIN

7/28/2023

This week we chat with Naveen Jain, an unstoppable force who educates and empowers leaders to address humanity's greatest challenges using innovative technologies. As Founder and CEO of Viome, he shares with us how his AI-based platform analyzes food, the microbiome, and human cells, unlocking the secrets of precision nutrition for preventing and reversing chronic diseases. We also have a very healthy debate about AI and creativity. On What The Health?!: What the strike?! Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 ! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:01:10:22

EPISODE 144: THE POWER OF ALGAE, WITH CATHARINE ARNSTON

7/7/2023

This week we chat with Catharine Arnston, ENERGYbits® Founder/CEO & Chief Scientific Officer. We talk all things algae, learning why it's the most alkaline food in the world, the most nutrient dense food in the world, and endorsed by the United Nations as the answer to world hunger! If you're curious about this superfood with medicinal benefits and want to try some for yourself, check out ENERGYbits and use code FUNC for 20% off! On What The Health?!: ICE ICE bath baby 🧊 Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 ! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:01:06:06

EPISODE 143: FATAL CONVENIENCES, WITH DARIN OLIEN

6/16/2023

This week we chat with Darin Olien, New York Time bestselling author and co-host of the Emmy™ Award Winning #1 Netflix docu-series Down to Earth with Zac Efron. He helps us uncover modern-day conveniences that may be undermining our health and our environment, and shares tips on how to live your healthiest life so you can have the best day ever. On What The Health?!: As Ursula says, never underestimate the power of BODYWORK. Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC15 for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15 ! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:58:32

EPISODE 142: FUNCTIONAL SOBRIETY, WITH DR. BROOKE SCHELLER

5/31/2023

This week we chat with Dr. Brooke Scheller, founder of the Functional Sobriety Network and Doctor of Clinical Nutrition who specializes in using nutrition and functional medicine practices to help change your relationship with alcohol. We discuss how to heal your body from the damages of long-term drinking, and address chronic health concerns that overlap with regular alcohol use. On What The Health?!: What the func are functional beverages?! High vibes only. Code WTFUNC at Living Prana! Try Liver Health Formula by going to GetLiverHelp.com/FUNC and claim your FREE bonus gift. Code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:01:21:06

EPISODE 141: NASAL HEALTH & XYLITOL, WITH DR. MARK CANNON & NATHAN JONES

5/15/2023

This week we chat with Nathan Jones, CEO of Xlear, and Northwestern Univeristy Otolaryngology Professor Dr. Mark Cannon. We dive into the "gateway microbiome" of the nasal and oral passageways and how we can prevent illness by keeping these gateways healthy and "xlear." And if you're like, what the func is xylitol, you'll learn all about it and why Dr. Cannon calls it the body's "Vitamin X." On What The Health?!: Is spinach bad for you? Was Popeye wrong? Maybe...? Code WTFUNC at Living Prana! Code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:01:11:42

EPISODE 140: THRIVING WITH ADHD, WITH DANA KAY

5/5/2023

This week we chat all things ADHD with Dana Kay, Board-Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner and the CEO and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute. As a mother of a child with ADHD, she knows firsthand the struggles that come with parenting a neurodiverse child, but she also knows the freedom that is possible. Her mission is to help people reduce ADHD symptoms naturally so that they can thrive in all areas of life. And if you're wondering why everyone on TikTok thinks they have ADHD, we talk about that too. On What The Health?!: Get these motherfunc-ing snake plants in these motherfunc-ing homes! Code WTFUNC at Living Prana! Code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:53:02

EPISODE 139: LEARNING YOUR BODY'S NEEDS, WITH MIRAY TAYFUN

4/17/2023

This week we chat with Miray Tayfun, the co-founder and CEO of Vivoo, an at-home urine test for personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance. She shares with us her story of how she founded her company and how Vivoo's insights can help people understand what their bodies need. With instant data on levels of hydration, vitamins and minerals, ketones, and PH, Vivoo and Miray really inspired us to look into our daily nutrition habits. On What The Health?!: What the heck is Erewhon and where did it come from? Code FUNC30 for 30% off at Vivoo! Code WTFUNC at Living Prana! Code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:48:20

EPISODE 138: PEACE, LOVE & PANCAKES, WITH BRIAN MURPHY & RYAN SEAMAN

3/28/2023

This week we go from plant medicine journeys to mold toxicity to functional food and beyond with Brian Murphy and Ryan Seaman of Living Prana. Brian & Ryan share their fascinating stories of healing and transformation that ultimately led them to start making superfood pancakes together and sharing them with the world. On What The Health?!: Give 'em a Sacha Inchi, they take a mile. Use code WTFUNC at Living Prana! Use code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Use code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:57:57

EPISODE 137: REVERSING HASHIMOTO'S, WITH DR. ANSHUL GUPTA

3/16/2023

This week we chat with Dr. Anshul Gupta, Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician who's worked at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Department of Functional Medicine alongside Dr. Mark Hyman. He's a best-selling author, speaker, and researcher who educates people worldwide on reversing Hashimoto’s disease. He shares his personal journey of reversing his own disease, which motivated him to become a Functional Medicine expert and share the concepts with people so they too can heal from within. On What The Health?!: It's spring, so why not plant some Ear Seeds...? Use code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Use code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:52:02

EPISODE 136: HEALING ARTHRITIS, WITH DR. SUSAN BLUM

3/2/2023

This week we chat with Dr. Susan Blum, author and founder of Blum Center for Health and Organic Pharmer. We discuss her latest book "Healing Arthritis," and how arthritis can be treated, prevented, and even healed by addressing underlying inflammation. On What The Health?!: Microbiome... down there? Use code FUNC for 20% off a 5-day real food fast at Organic Pharmer. Use code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Use code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:00:59:37

EPISODE 135: FINDING YOUR TRUE VOICE, WITH DR. FRED MOSS

2/22/2023

This week we chat with Dr. Fred Moss, transformational psychiatrist and founder of The True Voice Course. We have a truly honest conversation about how to access your true voice, and how listening authentically is at the root of all true human connection. On What The Health?!: Start your day with Face Yoga. Upward crow's feet...? Use code FUNC for 20% off a 5-day real food fast at Organic Pharmer. Use code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle at Kresser.co/whatthefunc! Use code FUNC for $500 off tuition at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

Duration:01:08:23