Functional Medicine Coaching

What The Func?!

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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 medicin...

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Functional Medicine Coaching

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May 11, 2026

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EPISODE 44 - THE THYROID, WITH DR. ALAN CHRISTIANSON 18.01.2021

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Alan Christianson schools Laura & Clayton on all things THYROID. What is it, why is it such a touchy gland, and how can we take care of it? On What The Health?! Is your lamp getting salty? What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHEFUN...

EPISODE 43 - THE TRUTH ABOUT SUGAR, WITH JJ VIRGIN 11.01.2021

This week Laura & Clayton break down the awful truth about sugar with celebrity nutrition and fitness expert and 4x NYT best-selling author JJ Virgin . Why is sugar so addicting? And where does it hide? On What The Health?! Sugar - what's in a name? What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses...

EPISODE 42 - NEW YEAR, NUTRITION 04.01.2021

Laura and Clayton are joined by functional nutrition expert, Cynthia Thurlow . They go back to some of the basics like when is the right time to make health changes and where does one start? Perfect convo for those looking to make a change this New Year! On What The Health?! LIPOSOMAL?! I dont even nomal! What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Na...

EPISODE 41 - 2020 LOOK BACK 28.12.2020

On this special edition of What the Func?! Laura and Clayton take a walk down memory lane. From chatting with MDs to sexperts to microbiologists, this episode gives a taste of the wide array of 2020's fabulous funcy guests. Tune in in 2021 for more. Happy New Year! What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious org...

EPISODE 40 - DAVE ASPREY: THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND 21.12.2020

Laura and Clayton break it down with the father of biohacking himself, Dave Asprey. What's his story? How did he discover Bulletproof coffee? And why is he the man at the top of everyone's lists? Follow Dave Asprey across all platforms @daveasprey and pre-order his new book at www.fastthisway.com On What The Health?!: Whole 30? How about Whole 40? What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medi...

EPISODE 39 - HOLISTIC SKIN CARE 14.12.2020

Danny Neifert , holistic aesthetician, born and partially raised on a Navajo reservation, dives into the truth about healthy skin care. Why do we love to 'feel the burn' on our faces? How much is too much to spend on skin care? And WTF is skin? On What The Health?!: Like cold, hard stuff on your face? You'll love this... Get 20% off and a free pdf of "10 Things Your Skin Wishes You Would Stop Doin...

EPISODE 38 - FACING FEAR 07.12.2020

Laura and Clayton have a deep conversation with writer,  researcher and unorthodox therapist Sam Qurashi, discussing how all emotions are rooted in fear. Sam sheds light on how to shift your relationship with fear, and therefore with all negative emotions.  On What The Health?!: Feeling some anxiety? Try a weighted blanket. Follow @theboxcostory on Instagram and DM them What The Func sent ya for 2...

EPISODE 37 - NATURAL WINE 30.11.2020

Laura and Clayton talk to Todd White, natural wine expert and founder of Dry Farm Wines. What is natural wine? How is it different from conventional wine? Why is it better for you? On What The Health?!: Energy healing. It's real. What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHE...

EPISODE 36 - WELLNESS MAMA 23.11.2020

Laura and Clayton chat with Wellness Mama Katie Wells, master health coach and mom of six. She shares great tips on how to get kids to eat healthfully and how to manage an empire while maintaining your health and sanity. On What The Health?!: Appreciation rampage? Please and thank you. What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check ou...

EPISODE 35 - CREATIVE CAREERS 16.11.2020

Laura and Clayton chat with creative guru Jeffrey Madoff , author of CREATIVE CAREERS. What is creativity? When should one pivot? How do we pick the "big idea" to focus on? On What The Health?!: Nose breathing! It's all the rage. What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHE...

EPISODE 34 - HIGH INTENSITY FITNESS 09.11.2020

Laura and Clayton plunge into the science behind HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) with Ratna Singh, microbiologist and founder of C.A.R.O.L. , the worlds first AI exercise bike. On What The Health?!: Squat, Stretch, Lunge, Repeat! What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code...

EPISODE 33 - IN THE MOMENT 02.11.2020

Laura and Clayton gab with Broadway legends Sandra Joseph and Ron Bohmer , stars of The Phantom of the Opera. Having performed the same show for years and years, they share their tips on how to unmask what matters and stay in the moment, life lessons that resonate for everybody. On What The Health?!: Tapping? It's not just for Broadway. What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coachi...

EPISODE 32 - FASTING 26.10.2020

Laura and Clayton get to the root of FASTING. What is a fast, why are they all the rage and why does Clayton suck at them? They are joined by nutritionist Victoria Hahn, who is an advocate for fasting, specifically fasting mimicking. Use these links for PROLON FAST and FASTBAR , and code WTFC for 15% off! On What The Health?!: Just breathe! But also eat food and drink water... What The Func?! is p...

EPISODE 31 - POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY 19.10.2020

Laura and Clayton get to the root of Positive Psychology with Laura E. Taylor, MAPP. They discuss the difference between negative and positive emotions, why resilience is a learned skill and why "your experience is what you attend to" is such an amazing quote. On What The Health?!: What's the point of acupuncture? What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Visit our s...

EPISODE 30 - HORMONES 13.10.2020

This week Laura and Clayton talk to OBGYN Dr. Kyrin Dunston about hormones and how they affect the overall health of both men and women. Laura gets to the root of her cortisol issues. Wanna attend the free Menopause Summit? Go here: https://www.stopthemenopausemadness.com/optin41807598x?affiliate_id=2762576 On What The Health: Man Boobs. Is it the edamame? What The Func?! is produced by the Functi...

EPISODE 29 - POST BETRAYAL TRANSFORMATION 05.10.2020

On this episode Laura and Clayton chat with holistic psychologist, Dr. Debi Silber, founder of The PBT Institute .  They discuss her research on post betrayal syndrome and how to cope with an unhealed betrayal by following the five stages of post betrayal transformation. On What the Health: Steam your V (and we don't mean veggies)?  What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching A...

EPISODE 28 - HEALTHY KIDS 29.09.2020

Laura and Clayton chat with Dr. Madiha Saeed , holistic mom and best-selling author. They discuss the importance of getting kids started early on a healthy path. A mother of four boys, Dr. Madiha shares her experience in empowering and educating her children. On What the Health: Don't hide your veggies! Unless you have to... What The Func?! is produced by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy....

EPISODE 27 - THE TOXIN TERMINATOR 21.09.2020

Laura and Clayton talk toxins with The Toxin Terminator, Aimee Carlson . They find out where toxins are hiding in everyday items, and learn about the best way to get started if you want to do a detox. On What the Health: Feeling blue? Maybe you need an infrared sauna? Thank you to our new sponsor  Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHEFUNC15 for 15% off all...

EPISODE 26 - CHOLESTEROL & HEART HEALTH 14.09.2020

Laura and Clayton talk heart health with Dr. Jack Wolfson , author of The Paleo Cardiologist. Can eating foods rich in Omega-3s improve heart health? Does the sun affect cholesterol? And why does cholesterol get such a bad rap? On What the Health: Is it time for a digital detox? YES! (but only after you listen to this podcast) Thank you to our new sponsor  Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious o...

EPISODE 25 - THE CARNIVORE CODE 08.09.2020

Kids! Eat your...meat?! Laura and Clayton chat with Dr. Paul Saladino , author of The Carnivore Code , about his research on how eating "nose to tail" can reverse autoimmune disease. Is this cutting edge diet the future of optimal health?! On What the Health: Is breast milk the best milk?! Thank you to our new sponsor  Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHE...

EPISODE 24 - FERTILITY 31.08.2020

Laura and Clayton talk to fertility expert Dr. Cleopatra , founder of The Fertility and Pregnancy Institute . She clears up some common misconceptions about infertility and offers ideas about how to get your body ready for pregnancy during your "primester." Is it a bird? Is it a plane? It's your Superbaby! On What the Health: What should you eat? Follow your "intuition." Register for the next Fert...

EPISODE 23 - LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX! 24.08.2020

Libido, Desire, Arousal oh my! Intimacy wellness expert Susan Bratton  enlightens Laura and Clayton on how to maintain healthy sexual function and keep the blood flowing. There's not just one kind of orgasm! ;)  On What the Health: Lube it up but keep it natural! Thank you to our new sponsor  Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code WHATTHEFUNC15 for 15% off all prod...

EPISODE 22 - THE SLEEP DOCTOR 17.08.2020

Does the lion sleep tonight? Or the bear? The dolphin? Today we are joined by Dr. Michael Breus, aka The Sleep Doctor , who teaches us about chronotypes (take the quiz here ) and how knowing your type might help you get a better nights sleep.  On What the Health: How many yawns is too many yawns? Thank you to our new sponsor Naturepedic!  Check out their luxurious organic mattresses and use code W...

EPISODE 21 - THE COMMUNITY CURE 11.08.2020

James Maskell , author of The Community Cure, joins Laura and Clayton in a chat about why communal healthcare might be the future, and why loneliness can be an additional risk factor for disease. On What The Health: That time of the month? Time to sync your life with your cycle? This episode has been sponsored by LetsGetChecked . Let's Get Checked at-home health testing! Go to www.trylgc.com/whatt...

EPISODE 20 - THE MICROBIOME 03.08.2020

Today Clayton and Laura share the mic(robiome) with Kiran Krishnan, microbiologist and co-founder of Microbiome Labs What are probiotics, and why do we need them? Why do we get yeast infections? Why do we eat our boogers? Answers to these questions and more in this fascinating episode. On WHAT THE HEALTH: Can you snort a probiotic? Who nose. What the Func?! is created by The Functional Medicine Co...

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