In this episode of the Genetic Genius podcast, we speak with Dr. Lara May, an Advanced Practice Clinical Pharmacist and Functional Medicine Health Coach. Lara's journey began in emergency rooms and adult acute care, where she specialized in counseling nurses, doctors, patients, and families on medication regimens and maximizing treatment outcomes. However, her own health struggles led her to explore the world of reiki, energy medicine, and functional medicine, which ultimately transformed her passion for "band-aid medicine" into a deep-seated desire to empower women to heal themselves on physical, mental, and spiritual levels. Today, Lara combines her expertise in functional medicine with intuitive healing to empower her clients to restore their health and happiness.  Through our conversation, we explore the power of functional medicine in preventing and reversing chronic disease, and how we can all achieve true healing and wellness. Join us as we delve into Dr. Lara May's experience and discover how functional medicine can change the face of healthcare as we know it. Can you share with us how your journey from traditional "band-aid medicine" led you to become a Functional Medicine Health Coach? How does your practice encompass intuitive healing and functional medicine together, and why do you believe it's important to address physical, mental, and spiritual levels of healing? What advice would you give to women who are seeking to restore their health and happiness through functional medicine and intuitive healing? How do you work with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care? How can Type 2 diabetes be prevented and reversed through functional medicine, and what steps can people take to achieve this? What excites you most about the future of functional medicine and energy medicine and its potential to truly transform healthcare? Are you or someone you know struggling with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? Dr. Lara May is here to help. As a Functional Medicine Health Coach, she specializes in reversing diabetes by addressing sensitivities, deficiencies, and toxicities through a personalized healing protocol. Sign up for a free discovery session with Dr. Lara to learn more about her approach and how it can work for you. If you're ready to take control of your health, visit https://www.tahoefunctionalmedicine.co/discovery-call1669156451171 to sign up for your free session today. In addition, Dr. Lara May is also offering an incredible freebie - four powerful healing sessions designed to help you access your mind, body, and soul at a deeper level. Join Dr. Lara and experience the power of energy healing as you work towards restoring your health and happiness. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity - visit https://drlaramay.com/energy-healing-downloads to download your free sessions today. Be sure to tune in to our next episode for a conversation with Toussaint Stewart, a holistic health and wellness coach, as we explore the power of a Whole Food Plant Based diet and lifestyle, Body Weight Strength Training and Flexibility, and Meditation Breath Work Practices. You won't want to miss it! If you're interested in learning more about how genetics and hormones can impact your health, I'd love to invite you to book a consultation with me, Dr. LuLu Shimek. As a Naturopathic doctor and expert in genetics and hormones, I can help you identify any underlying imbalances and develop a personalized treatment plan to optimize your health and wellbeing. During our consultation, we'll discuss your health goals and concerns, review your medical history and family history, and perform any necessary testing to identify any underlying genetic or hormonal imbalances. From there, we'll work together to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that may include lifestyle modifications, targeted supplements, and other integrative therapies to support your body's natural healing pr