Episode 50: Len May Discusses The Science of Personalized Wellness is Transforming How We Approach Health
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Len May shares his remarkable journey from being a homeless teenager to becoming a healthcare innovator focused on personalized wellness through genetic testing. His accidental discovery of cannabis as effective medicine for his ADD led to a lifelong exploration of the science behind personalized healthcare.
• Born in Lithuania and diagnosed with ADD as a teenager
• Discovered cannabis provided better focus than prescription medication
• Kicked out at 17, became homeless with just a suitcase and $500
• Completed high school and attended Temple University despite housing instability
• Career pivots from physical therapy to internet company to commercial real estate
• Built cannabis dispensaries under Kush Kingdom brand
• Founded EndoDNA to offer genetic testing for personalized health approaches
• Holds patents for using DNA to make recommendations related to the endocannabinoid system
• Company now offers multiple genetic tests including female hormone health, male hormone health, and nutrigenomics
• Believes in personalized healthcare versus one-size-fits-all approaches
• Advocates for treating root causes rather than numbing symptoms
• Demonstrates how lifestyle choices affect genetic expression
Check out Len's podcast "Everything is Personal," his book "Making Cannabis Personal" on Amazon, and follow his "Record of the Day" series on social media at Len May DNA.
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Chapters
1. Episode 50: Len May Discusses The Science of Personalized Wellness is Transforming How We Approach Health (00:00:00)
2. Meeting Len May (00:00:22)
3. From Lithuania to Homelessness (00:02:45)
4. Finding Path Through Cannabis (00:08:10)
5. Career Journey and Family Life (00:13:21)
6. Cannabis Science and the Endocannabinoid System (00:19:31)
7. Genetic Testing for Personalized Health (00:29:49)
8. Sleep Issues and Customized Solutions (00:36:01)
9. Final Thoughts and Personal Responsibility (00:43:17)
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