EPISODE 144: THE POWER OF ALGAE, WITH CATHARINE ARNSTON

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.