Dr. Dora Chan on Functional Medicine, Food Noise, and Feeling Better for Good

In this episode, Judi Paré sits down with Dr. Dora Chan, a Toronto-based Doctor of Pharmacy with a Master’s in Nutrition, who now helps women through functional medicine and holistic nutrition. Dora shares why she moved away from “just taking a pill” and into a deeper, root-cause approach that looks at the whole person.

Dora also opens up about what it’s really like building a business as a solo entrepreneur and mom of twins. She talks about wearing every hat, managing time, and the money mindset shift that happens when you go from a paid role to charging for your own services.

You’ll also hear a powerful story about one of Dora’s early clients who had scary symptoms that looked like the start of a serious autoimmune condition. Dora explains how early action, better food choices, and targeted support can help someone feel more in control again.

Judi and Dora also talk about why nutrition advice online can be confusing. Dora explains why there is no “one perfect diet” for everyone, and why genetics, hormones, lifestyle, stress, sleep, and even where you live can change what your body needs.

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