The Power of Your Genes and What They Can Tell You About Your Health, Ability to Lose Weight, Detox and More!
Dr. Samuel Shay, DC, IFMCP helps busy, health-conscious entrepreneurs & Mom-preneurs attain and sustain high performance, so that they can create more freedom for themselves and others. He has dedicated his life to helping others through functional medicine and functional genetics.
Dr. Shay has recently authored a new eBook on Genetics where you can learn the different types of genetics-based weight gain, how to future-proof your brain, food triggers, how to genetically determine your optimal carb-tolerance, vitamin D absorption, and immunity support.
What if your weight loss struggles aren’t about discipline or calories—but about how your genes process inflammation, carbs, and toxins?
In this mind-blowing episode, I’m joined by functional health expert and former malpractice attorney Sam, who breaks down how your genetic pathways affect everything from weight loss resistance to detox capacity, hormone metabolism, and food sensitivities.
Forget obsessing over one red MTHFR gene—this episode will teach you how to see the whole genetic picture, so you can personalize your diet, detox, and supplement strategy for real results.
What We Cover:
Why some women gain more fat the more they exercise (yep, it’s genetic!)
The Muffin Test: A surprising clue that your inflammation genes are out of balance
Inflammation, water retention, and the hidden reason for overnight weight gain
The concept of hormonal toxic fat and how poor detoxification can trap weight
The myth of “willpower” and why toxic load may be sabotaging your best efforts
How mineral deficiencies + heavy metals mess with your enzyme function
What your copy number genes say about your carb tolerance and ideal diet
Why your fat cells are like toxic closets—and how to open them safely
Why It Matters:
Your genes are not a death sentence—they're a user manual. Whether you struggle with weight loss, detox overload, mood swings, or midlife mystery symptoms, understanding your genetic code is the first step to healing.
This episode will empower you to stop blaming your body—and start working with it instead.
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