Episodes
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...
Published 05/02/24
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:...
Published 04/05/24
Published 04/05/24
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...
Published 02/16/24
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...
Published 01/11/24
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  ...
Published 12/04/23
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. ...
Published 11/09/23
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...
Published 10/16/23
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...
Published 09/27/23
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...
Published 08/22/23
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...
Published 07/28/23
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...
Published 07/07/23
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...
Published 06/16/23
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! ...
Published 05/31/23
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...
Published 05/15/23
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...
Published 05/05/23
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...
Published 04/17/23
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...
Published 03/28/23
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. ...
Published 03/16/23
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...
Published 03/02/23
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...
Published 02/22/23
This week we chat with triple board-certified sleep medicine physician Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown. As a physician in practice for over a decade, and a mom of two who struggled with sleep issues, she fully understands the impact of sleep deprivation on our mental, physical and emotional health. As a result, she has dedicated her career to helping busy people discover sleep as their superpower. On What The Health?!: Let laughter be thy medicine, let medicine be thy laughter. Use code FUNC for...
Published 02/03/23
This week we chat with Director of Helfgott Research Institute and Professor of Immunology  Heather Zwickey, PhD.  She shares with us her immunology expertise, explaining the deep connection between our guts and our brains. Why do our bodies need thirty different plant-based foods per week? Why does Dr. Zwickey call the microbiome "canaries in a coal mine?" Listen and find out! On What The Health?!: Colonics... get the inside scoop 💩. Use code FUNC for 20% off a 5-day real food fast at...
Published 01/20/23
This week we chat with Naturopathic Physician and Inventor of the Full-Body Stem Cell Makeover™ Dr. Harry Adelson. Having performed over 6,000 cell therapy procedures for the treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain, Dr. Harry shares his vast knowledge and breadth of experience with us. What is a Full-Body Stem Cell Makeover? Listen and find out! On What The Health?!: Can't afford stem cells? Try Golden Milk. Use code FUNC for 20% off at Wildhealth.com! Use code FUNC for 15% off your...
Published 01/04/23
This week we chat with bestselling author Dr. Aly Cohen, triple board-certified in rheumatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Dr. Cohen is working to educate and empower the next generation to make safer, smarter lifestyle choices, and she shares some of her pro tips for living healthy in a chemical world. On What The Health?!: Found the Holy Grail - Manuka honey! Use code FUNC for 20% off at Wildhealth.com! Use code FUNC for 15% off your first order of the Adapt Naturals...
Published 12/15/22