Episodios

  • EPISODE 167: The Truth About EMFs (and What You Can Do About Them) with Ben Salem
    Mar 18 2026

    What if the invisible waves all around us were quietly affecting our sleep, focus, and long-term health?

    This week on What The Func?!, Laura sits down with Ben Salem, founder of WaveBlock, a company focused on helping people reduce exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from everyday technology like phones, earbuds, and laptops. After watching his three kids spend many hours a day using their devices in order to do schoolwork from home on Zoom during the pandemic, Ben started wondering how the radiation from these devices might be affecting their health. This curiosity led him to do some research, and what he found was alarming. He shares how that curiosity led him to create WaveBlock, a line of products designed to reduce EMF exposure without requiring us to ditch the devices we rely on every day.

    In this episode, Ben explains:

    • What EMFs actually are, and where we encounter them most in daily life.

    • Why scientists are studying the potential effects of long-term EMF exposure on sleep, stress, and cellular health.

    • Practical ways to reduce EMF exposure at home without going off the grid.

    • The technology behind WaveBlock and how it works with modern devices.

    From the science to the simple lifestyle tweaks, this conversation explores how we can be more intentional about the invisible environment surrounding us, and why awareness might be the first step toward better health.

    🎧 Curious about reducing EMF exposure? Learn more about WaveBlock and how their technology works, and use code FUNC for a special discount at WaveBlock.

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    Learn about health coaching at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

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    1 h y 3 m
  • EPISODE 166: SPERMIDINE & THE SCIENCE OF STAYING YOUNG, WITH LESLIE KENNY
    Nov 23 2025

    What if aging isn't something we just have to accept?
    This week, we dive into the fascinating world of spermidine, a naturally occurring compound that might just be one of the most powerful longevity tools we have. Our guest, Leslie Kenny - founder of Oxford Healthspan and creator of Primeadine® - breaks it all down and shares how she has personally reversed diagnoses of lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and infertility, later giving birth naturally at the age of 43. She now has a biological age nearly four decades younger than her chronological age.

    She explains:

    • How spermidine activates autophagy (your body's cellular cleanup system)

    • Why it's being studied for heart health, brain clarity, and healthy aging

    • What foods naturally contain spermidine, and when supplementation matters

    • The science behind Primeadine®, her spermidine brand backed by clinical research

    • Simple daily practices that help your cells act younger, even as you get older

    🎧 Want to try Primeadine for yourself? Use code FUNC15 for a discount at checkout!

    From cutting-edge research to practical daily habits, this episode explores how we can extend not just our lifespan, but our healthspan. Could spermidine be the missing piece of the longevity puzzle?

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    Primeadine®: Code FUNC15 at Oxford Healthspan.

    JASPR Air Purifiers: Code FUNC at JASPR.

    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 at Naturepedic.

    Purity Coffee: Code FUNC at Purity Coffee.

    Beam Minerals: Code FUNC at Beam Minerals.

    Pendulum: Code FUNC for 20% off all subscription orders at Pendulum.

    Adapt Naturals: https://www.adaptnaturals.com/FUNC.

    The Dust Test - Home Mold Testing: Code FUNC at The Dust Test.

    BioLight Red Light Therapy: Code FUNC at BioLight.

    Learn about health coaching at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

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    49 m
  • EPISODE 165: BREAKING DOWN MEDICAL GASLIGHTING WITH DR. EFRAT LAMANDRE
    Oct 3 2025

    What exactly is medical gaslighting, and why do so many patients feel dismissed? Dr. Efrat LaMandre, PhD - nationally recognized nurse practitioner, educator, and healthcare disruptor - breaks it down. She explains how both doctors and patients are indoctrinated, why symptoms matter even when labs look "normal," and what practical steps you can take to build the right care team so you can truly heal.

    DR. E'S SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/drefratlamandre

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/drefratlamandre

    TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@drefratlamandre

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DrEfratLaMandre

    Website: www.drefratlamandre.com

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    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 at Naturepedic.

    Pendulum: Code FUNC for 20% off all subscription orders at Pendulum.

    JASPR Air Purifiers: Code FUNC at JASPR.

    Adapt Naturals: https://www.adaptnaturals.com/FUNC.

    Learn about health coaching at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.

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    54 m
  • EPISODE 164: YOUR MICROBIOME'S BFF: AKKERMANSIA, W/ PENDULUM'S CHRISTINA O'CONNOR
    Sep 17 2025

    Laura & Clayton chat with Christina O'Connor, Registered Dietitian at Pendulum, about why gut health is the foundation of overall wellness, and why everyone's buzzing about Akkermansia. Christina breaks down how this powerful next-generation probiotic supports your gut lining, balances blood sugar, and helps keep inflammation in check. Learn what makes Akkermansia unique, how to nourish your microbiome through diet and lifestyle, and why a healthy gut can be the key to feeling your best from the inside out.

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    Pendulum: Code FUNC for 20% off all subscription orders at Pendulum.

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    JASPR Air Purifiers: Code FUNC for a discount at JASPR.

    Adapt Naturals: Discount at https://www.adaptnaturals.com/FUNC.

    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for a discount at Naturepedic.

    FMCA: Code FUNC for a discount at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

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    49 m
  • EPISODE 163: MOLD & YOUR HEALTH, CLEARING THE AIR WITH MICHAEL RUBINO
    Aug 29 2025

    Laura chats with Michael Rubino, aka The Mold Medic and creator of The Dust Test, about why mold is one of the most overlooked root causes of chronic illness. Michael shares how hidden water damage and poor air quality can silently trigger fatigue, inflammation, and immune dysfunction, and explains how proper remediation and testing can change everything. Learn why the dust in your home holds the answers, how to protect your body while you heal, and what steps to take to create a truly healthy living environment.

    Resources & Links:

    • 🌬️ Use discount code FUNC for savings on The Dust Test.

    • 📘 Read Michael's book: The Mold Medic: An Expert's Guide on Mold Removal

    • 💫 Follow Michael on Instagram: @themichaelrubino

    JASPR Air Purifiers: Code FUNC for a discount at JASPR.

    Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC for a discount at Adapt Naturals.

    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for a discount at Naturepedic.

    FMCA: Code FUNC for a discount at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

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    59 m
  • EPISODE 162: GUT HEALTH & INNER CHILD HEALING, A MIND-BODY APPROACH W/ NIA CARRILLO
    Aug 13 2025

    Laura & Clayton chat with mind-body nutritionist Nia Carrillo about why gut health isn't just about food, it's about healing the whole you. Nia shares her journey through mold illness, Candida, and chronic symptoms, and how inner child work and trauma healing became the missing link. Learn how addressing emotional roots, opening drainage pathways, and calming the nervous system can restore gut and hormonal health. Join Nia's next 12-week Body Genius program to address gut/digestive issues and the nervous system blocks to heal digestion, inflammation, and emotional blocks.

    Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC for 30% off at Adapt Naturals.

    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at Naturepedic.

    FMCA: Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

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    46 m
  • EPISODE 161: THE MIRACLE MOLECULE? HOW C60 COULD TRANSFORM YOUR HEALTH, W/ JESSICA MACNAUGHTON AND KEN SWARTZ
    Aug 4 2025

    Laura dives into the world of Carbon 60 (C60), a Nobel Prize-winning molecule with powerful antioxidant properties. She's joined by C60 Power co-founders Ken Swartz and Jessica MacNaughton to explore how this "free radical sponge" may combat inflammation, boost energy, and support longevity. Plus, learn how it's helped each of them personally. Use code FUNC for a discount at C60 Power!

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    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at Naturepedic.

    FMCA: Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

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    42 m
  • EPISODE 160: FUNCTIONAL APPROACHES TO SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH, WITH ZAK PYM WILLIAMS
    Jun 6 2025

    In this episode, Laura and Clayton sit down with Zak Pym Williams (mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and son of the late Robin Williams) for an honest conversation about trauma, healing, and holistic wellness. Zak opens up about his experience with grief following his father's death, and how it led to struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and self-medication with alcohol.

    After hitting a breaking point, Zak turned to functional approaches to support his mental health. Inspired by his wife's success with amino acid therapy, he co-founded PYM (Prepare Your Mind), a company offering natural supplements like Mood Chews to support emotional well-being and neurotransmitter balance.

    Zak shares how tools like nutrition, mindfulness, and community became pillars of his mental hygiene practice, and how embracing a holistic, functional medicine approach helped him reclaim his life. It's a raw, inspiring look at transforming pain into purpose and finding new ways to support mental wellness. Learn more at youcanpym.com.

    Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC for 30% off at Adapt Naturals.

    Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at Naturepedic.

    FMCA: Code FUNC at Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

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    50 m