EPISODE 165: BREAKING DOWN MEDICAL GASLIGHTING WITH DR. EFRAT LAMANDRE

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 RESOURCES & LINKS 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.

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. Resources & Links: Pendulum: Code FUNC for 20% off all subscription orders at Pendulum. C60 Power: Use code FUNC for a discount at C60 Power. 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

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

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

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! 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

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

In this eye-opening episode, Laura sits down with her personal functional medicine doctor, Dr. Kelly McCann, founder of The Spring Center and a leading expert in environmental medicine. Nearly a year ago, Laura turned to Dr. McCann for support on her mold detox journey, and the transformation has been remarkable. Together, they dive deep into the often misunderstood world of mold illness, revealing why detoxing isn't a one-size-fits-all process. Dr. McCann unpacks the layers of complexity behind hard-to-diagnose conditions, and offers hope for those feeling stuck, sick, or unheard. Whether you’re navigating mold toxicity yourself or simply curious about the healing power of functional medicine, this intimate conversation is packed with valuable insights and practical wisdom. Follow @drkellymccann for more health and wellness content and to learn more about how to become a patient at The Spring Center. 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

In episode 158, Laura chats with Mike Feldstein, air quality expert and founder of JASPR. Before creating the sleekest, most powerful air purifier on the market, Mike spent years in the wildfire and flood restoration sector, as well as air quality consulting, witnessing firsthand how much polluted air can damage people’s wellbeing. Mike and Laura discuss why you should truly care about the quality of air in your home, signs that your air quality is poor and impacting your health, best practices for keeping your home clean, and simple things you can do to improve air quality. If you're in Los Angeles or have been affected by the wildfires, check out Mike's FREE Wildfire Smoke Course. Use code FUNC for a huge discount at JASPR. 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

In episode 157, it's coffee talk with Andrew Salisbury, the founder of Purity Coffee. Andrew shares the personal story of his wife's health crisis and the motivation that led him down the Purity path. He went from being a tea-drinking Brit with a software company to uncovering the latest scientific research to optimize methods of farming, sourcing, testing, roasting and delivering truly healthy mold-free coffee. With the maximized antioxidants, polyphenols, and chlorogenic acids in Purity coffee, it's easy to understand why "Coffee is the supplement you'll never forget to take." Code FUNC for 10% off at Purity Coffee. On What The Health?!: "I'm NAD as hell and I'm gonna keep taking this." Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC15 for 15% off at Adapt Naturals. Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at Naturepedic. FMCA: Code FUNC at  Functional Medicine Coaching Academy

In episode 156, Laura chats with Dr. Tom O'Bryan, the award-winning Sherlock Holmes of functional medicine. Dr. Tom reveals that 14 out of 15 of the leading causes of death in America are caused by one thing - inflammation. Whether suffering from arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or undiagnosed conditions no doctors can figure out, Dr. Tom gives hope to those who have given up and offers real ways you can start reversing the root cause of disease right now. And turns out Laura has this conversation with Dr. Tom at a critical moment in her health journey. Check out Dr. Tom's groundbreaking new docuseries The Inflammation Equation. On What The Health?!: IV therapy? Give it to me straight. Adapt Naturals: Code FUNC15 for 15% off at https://adaptnaturals.com/FUNC15  Naturepedic: Code FUNC15 for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at Naturepedic. FMCA: Code FUNC at  Functional Medicine Coaching Academy