Stop Guessing About Your Health.
Start Finding the Root Cause.
Whether you’ve been told your labs are “normal” or you’re struggling with a known imbalance, our Stanford-certified clinician-led audit provides the clarity and 30-day action plan you need to thrive.
Root-cause functional medicine in Plano for people who want real answers — starting with the Optim8 30-Day Health Reset.
Functional Medicine in Plano
Specializing in Hormone Balance, Gut Health, and Weight loss in Plano

Get Real Answers
Do any of these sound familiar:
• You’ve gained weight despite eating well and exercising
• Your labs come back “normal,” but you still don’t feel well
• You struggle to focus or think clearly during the day
• You’re tired all the time, but sleep doesn’t seem to help
• You’re perimenopause and don’t feel like yourself.
• Your digestion feels unpredictable or uncomfortable
• You feel like your body has changed, but don’t know why
• You’re frustrated seeing multiple doctors with no real answers.
You’ve come to the right place. At Optim8, we don’t just manage symptoms; we use functional health to understand the why behind how you feel.
YOUR FIRST STEP
The Optim8 30-Day Functional Health Reset
Most functional medicine journeys start with a massive financial commitment. We do things differently. Our Reset is a focused, low-pressure starting point designed to give you clarity, a plan, and real next steps—without long-term commitments or “membership” traps.
A Comprehensive Path to Answers in 5 Steps
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The Optim8 30-Day Health Reset is designed to take you from uncertainty to clarity—and includes everything needed to complete that process
STEP 1
In-Depth Assessment
A 60-minute deep dive into your history and symptoms.
STEP 2
Root-Cause Analysis
We connect the dots to find why you feel this way.
STEP 3
Prioritized Testing
No “shotgun” testing. Only what you actually need.
STEP 4
30-Day Action Plan
Immediate steps for diet, lifestyle, and supplements.
STEP 5
The Follow-Up
Review results and map out your long-term success.

Meet Your Guide to Root-Cause Recovery
Expertise that looks beyond “Normal” to find your “Optimal.
Laura Kopec, ND, MHNE, MA, CNC is a Board-Certified Alternative Medical Professional who has spent her career solving the health mysteries traditional medicine often misses. With a Master of Science in Health & Nutrition Education and a Certification in Genetics and Genomics from the Stanford University School of Medicine, Laura occupies a unique space in functional health: the intersection of rigorous science and restorative nature.
As the creator of DopaZest for brain health and a published author on root-cause wellness, Laura doesn’t just manage symptoms; she audits your biology at the genomic level. Her philosophy is simple: lasting vitality is achieved when we stop guessing and start measuring how your unique systems interact. Whether you are battling the ‘Normal Labs’ trap or stubborn weight gain, Laura uses her deep specialization in nutrition and genomics to build the 30-day roadmap your body has been waiting for.”
30-DAY HEALTH RESET
What Happens After You book
Book your visit
We prepare before you arrive
Your unrushed clinician visit
You receive a written plan
Follow-up visit
You choose next steps—no pressure
GET ANSWERS
Stop Wondering Why You Feel This Way
If you have been told your labs are “normal” but you are still struggling to get through the day, you aren’t alone. We specialize in finding the root cause of the complex symptoms traditional medicine often overlooks.
Fatigue & Low Energy
Tired of being “tired”? We investigate mitochondrial health and adrenal function to restore the energy you’ve been missing.
Hormone Therapy & Optimization
From PMS to menopause, “feeling off” is often a sign of hormonal imbalance. We audit your genomic markers to build a plan for lasting balance.
Gut Health & Digestive Issues
Bloating and discomfort are signals, not just a way of life. We look deep into your microbiome to address the source of your digestive distress.
Autoimmune & Inflammation Care
Chronic pain and systemic inflammation require a root-cause approach rather than just masking the symptoms. We help you understand the triggers behind the struggle.
Cognitive Clarity & Brain Health
Clear the mental fog. We use nutrition and genomics to support focus, memory, and long-term mental energy.
Thyroid Health
When standard TSH tests miss the mark, we run comprehensive panels to find the true source of your metabolic slowdown.
Clinical Success Stories
“From ‘Normal’ Labs to Real Answers”
The “Normal Labs” Trap
LAUREN’S STORY
The Struggle
Years of anxiety and migraines while being told her labs were “normal”
The Reset Discovery
We identified gut infections, histamine overload, and chronic nervous system stress
The Result:
Anxiety calmed, migraines stopped, and a full clothing size down in 90 days
The Weight Loss Plateau
MICHELLE’S STORY
The Struggle
Gaining weight despite strict dieting and consistent exercise
The Reset Discovery
Metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance were keeping her body in “hold mode”
The Result:
Significant improvement in diagnostic labs and sustainable weight trend within 90 days
The “Last Hope” Recovery
CLAIRE’S STORY
The Struggle
Severe Long Covid fatigue and brain fog—unable to drive or lift her arms
The Reset Discovery
Found autonomic nervous system imbalance and mitochondrial inflammation.
The Result:
Returned to driving and swimming within months; fully functioning again after 1 year.
Stop guessing. Start understanding. Your 30-Day Health Reset starts here for $199.
Why pay $800+ just to get started?
Typical Plano Clinic
$850
Total Cost
Initial Consult $500
Follow-Up Visit $350
Includes:
✓ Root Cause Analysis
Optim8 Reset
$199
Total Cost
Includes:
✓ Initial Consult
✓ Follow-Up visit
✓ 30-Day Action Plan
✓ Root Cause Analysis

How Optim8 Is Different
We don’t guess. We don’t rush. And we don’t order unnecessary tests.
We focus on patterns, explanation, and partnership — so you understand what’s happening before decisions are made.
Care That Evolves With You
After clarity, care may include hormone support, weight management, inflammation care, or wellness therapies.
Root-Cause Care Designed to Help You Understand and Restore Balance
• Functional Medicine Consultations
• Diagnostic Medical Care (Nurse Practitioner)
• Nutritional Consulting
• Integrative Care Planning
Supportive Therapies That Enhance How You Feel — From the Inside Out
• IV Infusions
• Medically Guided Weight Loss (Semaglutide)
• Infrared Sauna Therapy
• Red Light Therapy
• Facials & Skin Health Treatments
• Botox & Injectable Aesthetics
• HIFU Face, Neck & Body Sculpting
• High Frequency Scalp Treatments
Where Advanced Scientific Meets Personalized Wellness
Restore
Whether your goal is to balance your hormones, your thyroid, calm a, navigate the physical imbalances rooted in trauma, address a chronic health issue or rejuvenate your appearance–your personalized path to optimal health begins here.
Heal
At Optim8 Health & Wellness, we bring together the best of integrative medicine, functional assessments and advanced wellness strategies to help you heal, restore and thrive.
Thrive
As you embark on this path, we help you achieve meaningful, lasting results that elevate your everyday life.
Not sure where to start?

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“I have been searching for a functional medicine doctor for years to deal with my gut and hormone issues. Yay I found Laura and Heather!! I knew at my initial visit that this was the place for me. Laura did not waiver on her absolute confidence in getting to the root cause of all my issues. After comprehensive testing, Laura gave me a custom plan just for me. In only a few short weeks I started feeling leaps and bounds better. I’m so excited about this new health journey. This is only the beginning!”

Melanie
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Verified Patient
Learn with Us on YouTube
Welcome to our YouTube Channel for a Healthy Lifestyle! In our videos, we delve into a myriad of topics essential for achieving and maintaining a balanced and vibrant life. Whether you’re interested in nutrition, exercise routines, stress management techniques, or mindfulness practices, our expert speakers at Optim8 Health & Wellness provide invaluable insights and actionable strategies. Join us to discover practical tips for enhancing your well-being. All at no cost to you.
Our YouTube Channel is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to cultivate a healthier lifestyle. From debunking common myths about dieting to exploring the latest trends in health and wellness, our seminars cover it all. By attending, you’ll gain access to evidence-based information tailored to suit your wellness goals. This will help you embark on a journey towards a happier, healthier you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take control of your health. Embrace a lifestyle that promotes vitality and longevity.
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As we age we need to rethink the conversation around metabolism and what are some of the most common misconceptions around how to eat to lose weight.
How To Balance Your Hormones
Many of us do not understand hormones the way we should and the elements that impact them. Our conversation included some great topics, including some things you should know about teenage hormones.
How to Clear Your Brain Fog
Feeling mentally foggy? In this insightful video, we delve into the fascinating world of brain health and uncover practical tips to clear that dreaded brain fog. Discover how factors such as diet, lifestyle, and toxins can impact your cognitive clarity and learn actionable steps to boost your brain power. From understanding the effects of common substances like caffeine and sugar to exploring the role of hormones and neurotransmitters, this talk is packed with valuable information. Whether you’re looking to improve focus, memory, or overall mental well-being, join us on this journey to a sharper mind. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on enhancing your brain health!
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Does our immune system behave abnormally out of the blue? The struggle with autoimmune is real and complicated, and it starts with a more expanded view of what could be underlying your autoimmune. Time to get smart about what you need to consider to not only help navigate your symptoms, but also bring your body into more balance.
