Podcasts about BPA

About 50% of your new patients will not return. Why does that happen, and what can you do about it? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings in Brad James, director of SMB sales at Kleer and Membersy, to explain the true problem you have in your practice. You don't have a new patient problem — you have a patient loyalty problem! To learn what's keeping new patients away and how to create loyalty in your practice, listen to Episode 923 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Brad:Follow Kleer and Membersy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kleerandmembersyLearn more about Kleer and Membersy: https://www.kleer.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 923: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosWatch Episode 904 with Jeff Janssen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyBwnKvavDcRead The Membership Economy by Robbie Kellman Baxter: https://robbiekellmanbaxter.com/the-membership-economyMain Takeaways:Membership patients, on average, spend 66% more.Cash-paying patients don't come in as often as you think.Study your practice data to avoid making knee-jerk decisions.Offering membership plans builds loyalty by providing affordability.Evaluate your team before trying to manage membership plans in-house.Focus on creating loyalty across your practice, not just marketing to new patients.Uninsured patients are least likely to return, spend money, and listen to suggestions.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:57 Brad's background.4:28 Lacking visibility of practice data and why it's a problem.8:50 Consequences of not knowing your numbers.11:43 New patients aren't always the...

As many of our followers can attest that we're a huge fan of getting to the root of your health issues. With Million Marker's Detect & Detox Kit, you can receive tools necessary to help you reduce your toxic chemical exposures. This information is extremely important for improving your fertility as well as your health. Another new and cutting edge at home testing company or become a huge fan of is the ImYoo. ImYoo couples at home blood collection and single single cell RNA sequencing to be used in immunology studies. This initiative can be very, very beneficial for collecting life changing and life saving data. And today, we're really glad to be joined by my friend and also ImYoo CEO and founder, Tatiana Dobreva, to tell us a little more about this really innovative technology and what ImYoo is doing. Learn more about ImYoo's services: https://www.imyoo.health/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

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You can't recapture 100% of your cancellations — but you can get 80% or more! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down recaptured percentage, how to track it, and ways to create a strong system to increase reappointment. To learn the secrets for actively rescheduling patients, listen to Episode 922 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 922: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosJoin ACT's BPA to get the Ideal Day Scheduling Guide: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2Fcolor-coding-block-scheduling-and-ideal-day-scheduling#emailMain Takeaways:Aim to recapture 80% or more of your cancellations.Create a script to help your team reappoint cancellations on the spot.Track cancellations in real time and follow up with patients on the same day.Strengthen your verbal skills. Don't just tell patients to, “Call us when you're ready.”Build an active follow-up system. Contact patients within a day or two of a cancellation.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:48 Recaptured percentage, explained.4:40 How this percentage impacts your practice.6:51 What it looks like when recaptured percentage is high.8:47...

Many of our followers are struggling with trying to conceive. In fact, 1 in 5 couples are dealing with male, female, or unknown factor infertility. Struggling with fertility is frustrating for families, especially as they see others successfully growing their families.Coping with these emotions can be hard, especially when those in your life try to be helpful with advice or by checking in on you a lot. While appreciated, these gestures can be even more exhausting. That's why we are so excited to chat today with Dr. Loree Johnson. Dr. Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 25 years of experience as a clinician, educator, and clinical supervisor.We're going to discuss setting boundaries with infertility and dealing with your mental health.Learn more about Dr. Johnson's services: https://drloreejohnson.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

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Hygiene is more than just preventative care. It's a way to tether patients to your practice! In this episode, Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, brings in four amazing ACT team members to share some of their best practices and insights for building value through hygiene. Hygienists are more than just “mouth janitors”! To learn of all the ways they provide value for your practice, listen to Episode 921 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About the ACT Team:Send Ariel an email: ariel@actdental.com Send Angela an email: angela@actdental.com Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Send Courtney an email: courtney@actdental.com Send Christina an email: christina@actdental.com Follow the Team on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 921: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Hygiene is how you keep patients tethered to your practice.Be aligned on what your optimal standard of care is for patients.Always schedule the patient's next appointment before they leave.Don't underestimate the influence hygiene can have on practice growth.Put a consistent follow-up plan in place to reintroduce unscheduled patients.Use value building language to communicate why their next appointment matters.Have documented systems that support your philosophy, initiatives, and follow-ups.When doctors and hygienists work together, both the patients and the practice...

Tema – Palavras de Fé em Tempos de Guerra. Quarta – Feira 23/07/2025 Pregadora: Bpa. Cristiane Barbosa Em uma noite marcada por autoridade espiritual e palavras proféticas, a Bpa. Cristiane Barbosa libera uma mensagem impactante: a fé confessa, resiste e vence! Descubra como: 🧠 Guardar sua mente da opressão e das mentiras do inimigo 🗣️ Declarar a Palavra de Deus com ousadia em meio à guerra espiritual 🕊️ Receber do Espírito Santo força e consolo para resistir no dia mau Esta mensagem é para quem está cansado, confuso ou se sentindo pressionado. A fé é a arma que vence o mundo — e a vitória começa pela confissão! Deixe Deus usar sua boca como instrumento de cura, esperança e transformação. 📍 Culto ao vivo na Catedral Cristo Vive – Quarta Profética com a Bpa. Cristiane Barbosa. 📲 Para oração e contato: (21) 99127-4154 Aula 06 Módulo – 66 Seminário: Construindo uma casa sobre a Rocha

Do you know what a bone age is? If you've ever found yourself spiraling over early puberty headlines or wondering if plastic cups and lavender lotion are harming your child's hormones this episode is for you. I'm joined by Dr. Sarah Hart Unger, a pediatric endocrinologist, mom of three, and co-host of the Best of Both Worlds and Best Laid Plans podcasts. Together, we cut through the confusion and misinformation around early puberty, endocrine disruptors, and what's actually backed by science. We dive into: What early puberty actually looks like including what's normal vs. concerning, the difference between true puberty and adrenal changes, and when to seek evaluation. Real vs. rumored causes like the roles of body fat, genetics, and endocrine disruptors like BPA and lavender without spiraling into fear or guilt. When medical treatment is needed, when reassurance is enough, and why chasing puberty “delays” can sometimes do more harm than good. To connect with Sarah Hart-Unger check out all her resources at https://linktr.ee/the_shubox And enjoy our previous episode: https://pedsdoctalk.com/podcast/i-wish-my-kid-was-a-little-bit-taller-height-and-kids/  We'd like to know who is listening! Please fill out our Listener Survey to help us improve the show and learn about you! 00:00 – Intro: Why earlier puberty headlines are everywhere 01:45 – Meet Dr. Sarah Hart-Unger: Pediatric endocrinologist and mom 04:30 – What is actually considered early puberty? 06:10 – The rise in early puberty: Is it real or just more noticed? 08:00 – Are endocrine disruptors to blame? 10:45 – The role of stress, trauma, and environment 13:10 – What “normal” puberty looks like across ages and genders 15:40 – Should you be worried about lavender lotion and plastic cups? 18:30 – What parents Google vs. what pediatricians actually test for 21:00 – What's a bone age scan, and when is it helpful? 23:00 – When to worry: True red flags for early puberty 25:40 – The problem with over-testing and over-fearing 28:10 – Why Dr. Hart-Unger prioritizes calm, not panic 30:00 – Navigating puberty in boys vs. girls 32:45 – Language for talking about puberty without shame 35:00 – Helping your child feel confident in a changing body 37:10 – Final thoughts and what Dr. Hart-Unger wants parents to remember Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Kathy and I unpack how we reduced our exposure to environmental toxins—from improving tap water safety and installing water filtration systems, to replacing plastic containers and upgrading to non-toxic cookware. We talk about chlorine exposure in showers and pools, how we built a more toxin-free home, and why choosing organic food and chemical-free living matters more than you think. Got questions or already making changes at home? Drop a comment—we'd love to hear from you. Learn more: Download for FREE the Ultimate Non-Toxic Essentials Guide: https://michaelkummer.com/non-toxic-products/ Top NON-TOXIC Household and Personal Care Products (We Use at Home): https://youtu.be/dNiaE0xP2a8 Top 6 Non-Toxic Skincare Brands for Healthier Skin (Switch to Clean Products): https://youtu.be/F3hxgd8JzAo Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury.  To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/  And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva  In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to environmental toxins 01:00 Breaking down environmental toxins 01:51 Drinking water concerns 03:30 Water filtration solutions 10:10 Food and pesticides 14:26 Plastic and food storage 15:38 Switching to glass and silicone containers 16:50 Reusing jars and avoiding aluminum foil 18:18 The dangers of BPA and BPS in plastics 19:47 Bamboo and stainless steel alternatives 22:10 Choosing natural fibers for clothing and bedding 25:07 Household cleaners and appliances 29:40 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code. #NonToxicProducts #WellnessOptimization     

Do you know what a bone age is? If you've ever found yourself spiraling over early puberty headlines or wondering if plastic cups and lavender lotion are harming your child's hormones this episode is for you. I'm joined by Dr. Sarah Hart Unger, a pediatric endocrinologist, mom of three, and co-host of the Best of Both Worlds and Best Laid Plans podcasts. Together, we cut through the confusion and misinformation around early puberty, endocrine disruptors, and what's actually backed by science. We dive into: What early puberty actually looks like including what's normal vs. concerning, the difference between true puberty and adrenal changes, and when to seek evaluation. Real vs. rumored causes like the roles of body fat, genetics, and endocrine disruptors like BPA and lavender without spiraling into fear or guilt. When medical treatment is needed, when reassurance is enough, and why chasing puberty “delays” can sometimes do more harm than good. To connect with Sarah Hart-Unger check out all her resources at https://linktr.ee/the_shubox And enjoy our previous episode: https://pedsdoctalk.com/podcast/i-wish-my-kid-was-a-little-bit-taller-height-and-kids/  We'd like to know who is listening! Please fill out our Listener Survey to help us improve the show and learn about you! 00:00 – Intro: Why earlier puberty headlines are everywhere 01:45 – Meet Dr. Sarah Hart-Unger: Pediatric endocrinologist and mom 04:30 – What is actually considered early puberty? 06:10 – The rise in early puberty: Is it real or just more noticed? 08:00 – Are endocrine disruptors to blame? 10:45 – The role of stress, trauma, and environment 13:10 – What “normal” puberty looks like across ages and genders 15:40 – Should you be worried about lavender lotion and plastic cups? 18:30 – What parents Google vs. what pediatricians actually test for 21:00 – What's a bone age scan, and when is it helpful? 23:00 – When to worry: True red flags for early puberty 25:40 – The problem with over-testing and over-fearing 28:10 – Why Dr. Hart-Unger prioritizes calm, not panic 30:00 – Navigating puberty in boys vs. girls 32:45 – Language for talking about puberty without shame 35:00 – Helping your child feel confident in a changing body 37:10 – Final thoughts and what Dr. Hart-Unger wants parents to remember Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

My guest today is Michael Dubrovsky, co-founder of Quantify. Quantify provides at-Home blood testing + wearable data to deliver you personalized health reports.With Quantify, you can track inflammation, metabolic fitness, hormonal & nutritional balance, cardiovascular health, activity and sleep - From Home!We are excited to learn more about Quantify from Michael today.Learn more about Quantify's services: https://siphoxhealth.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Cancellations will always happen — but there's a way to reduce and prevent them from happening! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down cancellation and no-show percentage and what you can do if you have high levels of broken appointments. Stop making it too easy to cancel! To learn the secret to getting patients to show up, listen to Episode 919 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 919: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Your ideal cancellation/no-show percentage is under 10%.Proactively reach out to patients with unconfirmed appointments.Put a system in place for releasing or keeping unconfirmed appointments.Have a reminder system that utilizes both automated and personal outreach.Be intentional with your language. Don't call to confirm appointments — remind them.Communicate the value of appointments to patients and policies around missed visits.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.3:15 Cancellation and no-show percentage, explained.5:16 How this percentage impacts the practice.7:59 What it looks like when it's going well.9:47 What it looks like when it's not going...

Toxic chemicals can have long-lasting effects on our fertility and health. Today, we're going to discuss the connection between toxic chemicals and weight management. Our metabolism can become hijacked by internal and external toxic chemicals. Today's guest had a really great post recently discussing how the chemicals in our environment and everyday products can impact our weight. However, she also discussed how internal toxins our bodies create can also influence how our body manages weight. That's why we're very excited to chat with Dr. Alicia Macpherson. Dr. Macpherson is a Functional Doctor who specializes in hormones, metabolism, and stress.We're going to discuss the differences between internal and external toxic chemicals, how they impact your weight, and signs that toxic chemicals can be impacting your health.Learn more about Dr. MacPherson's services: https://www.aliciamacphersoninc.com/infopageGet tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chadcrouch.substack.comThe Columbia River basin is roughly the size of France. The Columbia is the fourth-largest river in the United States by flow, and the largest river emptying into the eastern Pacific Ocean. In the last 90 years, this mighty river has been mightily renovated. The multitude of dams (around 150) in the basin now represent 44% of all US hydro-electric power generation. It all started in the 1930's with the Bonneville Dam, a signature project of The New Deal. The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) was created by Congress to market the power generated by the dam. The agency would grow over the years as more and more dams were built in the basin. My father was hired by BPA around 1970 as an electrical engineer. Within a few short years his salary enabled him to purchase a new home for his young family of four, and a new Ford Mustang for his commute to work from the Portland suburbs. As the 70's drew to a close, my father began climbing a managerial ladder at BPA. Visiting his office was exciting for a kid. At one point it was located on the upper floors of the tallest building on Portland's east side. The cars on the street looked like toys from up there. Elevator rides were a thrill. My sister and I would jump at the first sign its rapid ascent was slowing, elated by the hang time we felt.In 1984 dad moved to a new office, in an even fancier building with a curved facade overlooking the freeway. I distinctly remember him telling me about a modern white noise system that was built in. It made the office seem quieter, he said, by adding sound; a special sound that made background noise less noticeable. Conversations in far-off cubicles couldn't be heard. This puzzled me. It sounded like white noise was black magic. Adding sound, in my experience, was a surefire way to make something— someplace—louder. What exactly he did at work in those years wasn't obvious to me. His white collar job, in his white noise office wasn't tangibly connected to the mechanics of hydro-power or the delivery of electricity into our homes in the Pacific Northwest. Similarly, now a generation removed, my son is both uninterested and unimpressed by my vocation, which amounts to me spending a lot of time in my home office/studio with headphones on, plunking away on a midi keyboard, scrutinizing bands of orange-hued spectrogram stereo files, poking and prodding at them with a mouse in hand.In the words of Woody Guthrie—who was hired by BPA in 1941 to ennoble the burgeoning hydro-electric empire in song—the Columbia rolls on. It rolls on four miles north of our home. Electrons arriving in wires from turbines at Bonneville Dam are converted to LCD light and computational power right here in front of me, enabling, in part, the wonderfully complicated but seemingly straightforward task of drafting this post. It rolls on and I take it for granted. Air conditioning requires a great deal many more electrons, which I'm also currently enjoying, with little thought given to it. While the hydroelectric empire of the Columbia has given the region abundant renewable electricity and supplied it with water to irrigate arid landscapes, it has done so at the cost a once great salmon fishery.Here BPA would say, no it wasn't us. We've helped Salmon. We've spent billions. Look at all our hatcheries and fish ladders. We even transport fish in trucks around our dams. It was the fishermen and canneries who depleted the fishery before the dams were built. On that score, they wouldn't be entirely mistaken. The early 1900's Columbia commercial fishery knew no bounds, and within half a century it brought about its own demise. But to say that salmon and dams can get along hunky-dory, well, that's increasingly hard to fathom.Less than a year ago, three hundred miles to the south, a campaign of dam removals was concluded on the Klamath River. The basin is still far from its pre-Euro-American state, but it was is a big move for restoration of salmon spawning habitat in the upper Klamath. Within days of the last dam removal, fall run Chinook were observed upriver for the first time in a century. Years from now perhaps stakeholders will look to the Klamath for answers about what to do about the aging infrastructure on the Columbia.Celilo Falls and the Cascades of the Columbia, once roaring, are but memories of a mighty river that ran wild nearly a century ago. Submerged by slackwater pools, today's river soundscape is now formed by the wakes created by cargo ships and barges that ply its lower reaches. This recording is essentially a slice of time on a mild December day in 2024 between two such vessels. Centered on a reach of river absent of shoreline highways, it harkens back to a quieter time. It captures the sound of a great expanse; miles in all directions.Accordingly, the musical composition and arrangement are imbued with harmonic complexity that I don't usually reach for: 7th suspended 4th chords, add-9th chords. Delivered in slow, overlapping succession, these unsettled voicings follow each other rhythmically, like waves tumbling ashore. Small animals scuttle through the brush on the shore while gulls and Bald Eagles cry in the middle distance. Common Mergansers call to each other upriver. Whorls of water formed by the current hint at the great power that lies beneath the placid surface. Roll on Columbia, roll on… Thanks for reading and listening, friend. Quiet Columbia Suite is available under the artist name Listening Spot on all streaming platforms today Friday, July 18th.

You might think you're great at multitasking — but you're really not! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings in Renae Graeff, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to share how to maximize your dental assistants' skills so you can fully utilize them to better your practice. Don't try to do it all! To learn how to empower your assistants so they become more capable, more fulfilled, and a better partner for patient care, listen to Episode 918 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Renae:Send Renae an email: renae@actdental.com Follow Renae on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 918: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Register to ACT's BPA for their 3-3-3 Onboarding Tool: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2F3-3-3-onboarding-model#emailRegister to ACT's BPA for their...

How you communicate will make or break your practice. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down the DiSC framework to help you better understand yourself and your team so you can improve communication and harmony in your practice. To take the first step to optimize your leadership style, listen to Episode 917 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 917: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Register for ACT's Guide to Engaging Your Team with Data: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2Fguide-to-engaging-your-team-with-data#emailMain...

Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Recent testing has found the presence of heavy metals in many plant-based protein powders. In this episode, we examine the $4.7 billion plant-based protein industry and discuss which brands demonstrate transparency and which ones raise quality concerns. Based on testing data, we found lead contamination in 75% of tested powders and BPA in 55% of products. We review the main safety considerations in the industry - including heavy metals like lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury, pesticide residues especially glyphosate, mycotoxins from poorly stored ingredients, and microbial contamination. Whether you're currently using plant-based protein or considering making the switch, this episode provides information to help you make informed decisions about product selection. Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Market Analysis 02:54 - What's Really in Your Protein Powder 04:51 - The Marketing Lies You Need to Know 05:30 - 2025 Investigation Results Revealed 07:51 - The Transparency Test: Who Failed 10:44 - Almost Made It: Promising Brands to Watch 12:40 - The Winners: Top 4 Plant-Based Proteins of 2025 16:47 - Puori's Game-Changing QR Code System 17:47 - Final Recommendations & Consumer Action Plan

This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright revisit the critical topic of endocrine disruptors—chemicals in our environment that interfere with hormones and impact metabolism, weight, and overall health. Dr. Cooper breaks down how everyday exposures to substances like phthalates, BPA, and others can have generational effects on metabolic pathways and disease risk. The episode highlights the link between these chemicals and the rising rates of obesity, diabetes, and even cancer, while offering practical steps for minimizing exposure in daily life.Key Takeaways:Endocrine disruptors are chemicals found not only in food but in everyday items such as furniture, makeup, plastics, and baby products, making exposure widespread and difficult to avoid.These chemicals can mimic or block hormones, disrupting critical metabolic and developmental processes, with effects that may pass to future generations.Regulatory oversight in the U.S. is decreasing, with significant EPA budget cuts threatening existing screening and cleanup programs targeting endocrine-disrupting chemicals.Air quality improvements, especially through HEPA filtration, and making informed choices during preconception, pregnancy, and early childhood, can help reduce exposure.Consumer awareness, advocacy, and using resources like the Environmental Working Group (EWG) app are key strategies for individuals seeking to lower risk.Personal Stories & Practical Advice:Andrea shares the everyday struggle to find safe, affordable alternatives and the surprise of seeing improvements in metabolic hormone levels after changing air filters and reducing workplace exposures.Dr. Cooper discusses strategies to minimize risk during critical windows such as preconception and pregnancy, and emphasizes the power of informed consumer choices in driving safer product development.Resources from the episode:Environmental Working Group (EWG) resources and app for product safety ratingsU.S. EPA Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP)PubMed for scientific research on specific chemicals (BPA, phthalates, PFAS)Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won't go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn't a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at info@diabesityinstitute.org or dr.c@fatsciencepodcast.com.Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute, which aims to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/

In this week's episode of the Cincy Sports Scene Podcast, we're taking a fast-paced tour through the Cincinnati Reds' 1st half of the season, analyzing their All-Star selections, and giving our Good, Bad & Ugly from the past two weeks across Reds and FC Cincinnati.We also break down: ⚾️ The Reds' MLB Draft strategy — BPA or positional need? 

Cancellations and no-shows will always happen. But how well are you filling those gaps? In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down capacity percentage. They share the keys to maintaining a productive and efficient schedule even when your patients fall out. Don't settle for 84%! To learn how to proactively fill your schedule, listen to Episode 916 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 916: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Your capacity percentage benchmark is 94% or higher.Pre-schedule your patients' next appointments before they leave.Utilize ideal day or block scheduling. Protect your high-value time blocks.Have someone own and review your schedule two days to two weeks in advance.When you have cancellations and no-shows, quickly fill those gaps using priority lists.Utilize...

It's our passion to help others uncover natural ways that can improve your overall quality of life. Healthy eyes and good eyesight are important for us, especially as we age. Even if you have been seeing 20/20 all your life, your vision begins to change between 40-60 years of age.While poor eyesight may seem inevitable, there are things you can do to prolong your vision. That's why we are so excited to be joined today by Dr. Sam Berne. Dr. Berne is a Holistic Optometrist with a private practice in New Mexico.His Instagram page has so many great tips about nutrition, eye therapy, and other ways to promote better vision.We're going to dive deeper into natural eye health. Learn more about Dr. Berne's services: https://www.drsamberne.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Did you know your teeth and mouth connect to your gut health, heart health and so many more health issues? In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley sits down with UK-based biological dentist Dr. Seb Lomas to explore all the different ways oral health influences the entire body. They discuss signs of hidden dental stress like clenching, teeth grinding, and mouth breathing, and how materials like BPA-based plastics and metals can disrupt hormones and detox pathways. This is a must-listen for anyone curious about the deeper role dentistry plays in systemic health. Show Notes Books Dr. Seb recommends: James Nestor's 'Breathe' / Its all in your mouth by Dr. Dome / 6ft tiger in a 3 ft cage Wonder of Wellness website www.wonderofwellness.co.uk Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/wonderofwellness/ Dr Seb's own Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/biological_dentist/ Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Try it FREE for 15 days. Join here. * Learn more about Urolithin A supplementation (in sugar-free gummy form) at Timeline.com/DRMOTLEYGUMMIES and use promo code DRMOTLEY for 20% off with your first purchase!

You love your spouse or partner. But is working with them a good idea? In this episode of the Best Practices Show, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Charlie Ward, visiting faculty member at The Pankey Institute, along with his wife and fellow dentist, Dr. Melody Ward, to share the benefits and challenges of working together and their secrets for making it work. To learn how they've done it for over a decade, listen to Episode 915 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Charlie Ward & Dr. Melody Ward:Send Dr. Charlie Ward an email: charlie@bmoredentalarts.com Follow Dr. Charlie Ward on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcwardddsWatch Dr. Charlie Ward's webinars: https://restorativenation.comFollow Dr. Melody Ward on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mwardperioLearn more about their practice: https://www.baltimoredentalarts.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 915: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Have the conversation about why you want to work together and your goals in doing so.Learn about each other's personalities to improve understanding and communication.Make the time to get away from your practice and your family with your spouse.Be intentional about your time off. Going to CE doesn't count as vacation!Set clear rules and boundaries so you limit bringing work back home.Check in regularly with your spouse. Things are always changing.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:13 Dr. Charlie Ward's background.3:46 Dr. Melody Ward's background.5:04 How they make it...

When leadership isn't aligned, it will lead to chaos. So, how do you prevent conflict and the day-to-day struggles? In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Carlie Einarson, one of ACT's amazing coaches, with three keys to alignment and healthy partnerships. Misalignment is the root of all evil! To learn how to get in sync to gain trust and boost productivity, listen to Episode 914 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Carlie:Send Carlie an email: carlie@actdental.com Follow Carlie on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 914: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosJoin ACT's BPA for the Strategic Vision Creator tool: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2Fstrategic-vision-creator-tool#emailRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main...

One in four pregnancies ends in miscarriage—a statistic that's both staggering and deeply personal for so many. Yet, repeated miscarriages are rarely talked about openly, leaving countless people feeling isolated in their grief. Behind every number is a story of hope, loss, and resilience that deserves to be heard. There's so much that often goes unsaid about the emotions, the questions, and the search for answers.Creating space for honest, compassionate dialogue can make all the difference. That's why we're so glad to chat on IG Live with Sarah Bérubé, also known as Sarah the Detox Coach.During this Live, we're going to discuss the role of gut health and hormones in healthy pregnancies, dealing with mental health while experiencing repeated miscarriages, tips to help balance your hormones, and so much more. Learn more about Sarah's services: https://stan.store/SarahTheDetoxCoachGet tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Do you start every month with an empty schedule? Is your team scrambling to fill your chairs? There's a better way to keep your practice full! In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down pre-appointment percentage and the missed opportunities when you don't schedule your patients' next visits. To learn how to pre-appoint patients and keep them tethered to your practice, listen to Episode 913 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 913: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Keep your pre-appointment percentage above 65% to reduce patient attrition.Set the expectation that every patient leaves with their next visit scheduled.Scheduling your patients' next appointment is the default. It's not optional!When patients cancel, reschedule the appointment in that moment.Tie patients' appointments to their...

Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health podcast, where I help women to Increase Energy, Lose Weight and Balance Hormones. Ranked in the Best 20 Christian Health Podcasts! Intermittent fasting has become one of the most talked-about wellness strategies—and for good reason. For women navigating midlife changes like hormonal shifts, weight gain, and fatigue, intermittent fasting offers more than just a trend; it can be a powerful, natural way to support whole-body healing. In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, I'm sharing 4 compelling reasons to try intermittent fasting now, especially if you're struggling with belly fat, low energy, hormonal imbalance, or brain fog. Whether you're new to fasting or looking to reset your routine, this episode breaks down how timed eating can improve metabolism, balance key hormones, and sharpen mental clarity—without extreme diets or deprivation. Love, Health and Blessings, Rekishia This site may contain product affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Share your thoughts and questions with me on my social media channels or email me directly. Your feedback helps me bring more valuable content to you.  Send Me an Email energyandhormones@gmail.com Increase Energy, Lose Weight & Balance Hormones https://feelgreatgodsway.com/ Previous Episodes 202 | How Women Are Harnessing the Power of Grounding to Increase Energy Levels, 3 Holistic Approaches for Optimal Health 176 | Hormonal Imbalance Linked to BPA in Clothing, 3 Ways to Protect Your Health 165 | Hormonal Imbalance in Women a Root Cause of Hair Loss, 7 Holistic Remedies for Thick Healthy Hair 129 | Can't Make It Through the Day Without An Energy Drink? Choose Yerba Mate Instead for a Natural Energy Boost! Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced websites are not to be taken as medical advice or to be used as a diagnosis or treatment plan for any medical condition. I am sharing my educated opinions & experience, but nothing shared here can be taken on a one size fits all basis and we always recommend you do your own research, talk to your own doctors and practitioners, and take full responsibility for any health & medical choices you make.

You became a dentist for the freedom it provides. But PPOs are putting a chokehold on that freedom! In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT's CEO, to do a deep dive into how you can break free from PPOs for a better practice and better life. They share the tools you can use, what steps to take, and how to choose which PPOs to strategically drop first. If you're ready to reclaim your freedom, listen to Episode 912 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Straub:Send Dr. Straub an email: barrett@actdental.com Join Dr. Straub on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrett.d.straubSend Gina an email to learn more about ACT: gina@actdental.com Send Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 912: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:You give patients treatment plans before doing dentistry. Do the same for your practice.It doesn't have to be all or none with PPOs. Determine what's the right mix for you.Understand

Did you know that black women in the United States are three times more likely to die from pregnancy related courses than white women? That's a heartbreaking reality, and it's even more alarming when we consider the role of environmental injustice play in these outcomes. Decades of systematic racism have forced for many black families to live in neighborhoods with more pollution, poor quality housing, and limited access to clean water and healthy food. Black women are therefore exposed to higher level of environmental hazards, all of which increase their risk of pregnancy complications like preterm birth, a low birth weight, and even maternal death. We understand how heavy and personal this topic can feel, especially for those who have lived these experiences were. Know someone who has, and that's why we're so glad to chat with Dr. K, Pregnancy Specialist. Dr. K Pregnancy is a board certified practitioner and OB/GYN, as well as Maternal-Fetal Medicine. During this live we're going to discuss the long standing inequity in black maternal care, the role of environment plays in pregnancy outcomes for people of color, what to ask if you are recommended a C-section and if you think it's unnecessary, and so much more. Learn more about Dr. K's services: http://drkpregnancyspecialist.com/servicesGet tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

In this solo episode, Dr. Mike Hart shares practical household changes to improve your health. He covers the benefits of fluoride-free water, clean air using purifiers and snake plants, and safer cooking with titanium cookware. Dr. Hart also explains why switching to glass containers and optimizing your sleep environment can make a big difference in daily wellness. Packed with actionable tips and product recommendations to support your health journey.   Glass Tupperware Waterdrop AirDoctor (Air Purifier) (00:00) Introduction to Household Health Improvements (01:00) The Benefits of Fluoride-Free Water (02:00) “The more fluoride water that kids consume, the lower their overall IQ is.” (05:30) Dangers of BPA and Choosing the Right Water Bottle (10:00) Improving Air Quality with Air Purifiers (15:00) The Surprising Benefits of Snake Plants (17:30) Choosing Safe Cookware (22:00) Switching to Glass Tupperware (24:00) Enhancing Sleep Quality (27:30) Conclusion and Future Topics   --- Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.  Connect on social with Dr. Mike Hart: Social Links: Instagram: @drmikehart Twitter: @drmikehart Facebook: @drmikehart  

Sometimes, you have a bad hire. But oftentimes, it's bad onboarding! In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Adriana Booth, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to help you understand the importance of onboarding and how to do it right. To learn how to onboard — not waterboard — new team members, listen to Episode 911 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Adriana:Join Adriana on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adriana.boothFollow Adriana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrimariebSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 911: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Become ACT's BPA Premium Member for the 3-3-3 Onboarding Tool: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2F3-3-3-onboarding-model#emailBecome ACT's BPA Premium Member for the Check-In Agenda:

En el Radar Empresarial de hoy examinamos los resultados financieros del primer trimestre de Constellation Brands, la reconocida empresa fabricante de vino, cerveza y bebidas espirituosas, dueña de marcas populares como Corona y Casa Noble, su marca de tequila. Los datos presentados no han cumplido con las expectativas, generando decepción entre inversores y analistas. La compañía reportó un beneficio por acción (BPA) de 3,22 dólares, una cifra inferior tanto a la obtenida en el mismo periodo de 2024 como a la previsión de los expertos, quienes esperaban un BPA de 3,41 dólares. Los ingresos tampoco han sido alentadores: alcanzaron los 2.520 millones de dólares, lo que supone una caída del 5,5% en comparación con el año anterior, y además están por debajo de lo esperado, ya que el mercado anticipaba unos ingresos 30 millones superiores. Esta disminución en los ingresos está directamente relacionada con un desempeño débil en las ventas, reflejado en las cifras mencionadas. Uno de los principales factores que afectan negativamente el negocio es la imposición de aranceles. La cerveza, uno de los productos clave de Constellation Brands, se fabrica principalmente en México, donde desde abril se aplica un arancel del 25% impuesto durante la Administración Trump. Además, las latas de cerveza también están sujetas a un gravamen del 25% sobre el aluminio, lo que encarece considerablemente los costos de producción y distribución. Como resultado, el negocio cervecero, que representa la mayor fuente de ingresos para la empresa, experimentó una reducción del 2,6% en el ritmo de ventas. Además, las políticas migratorias restrictivas implementadas por Trump están afectando el consumo entre la comunidad latina en Estados Unidos. Muchos consumidores latinos han recortado gastos en productos considerados no esenciales, como el alcohol, lo que impacta directamente en las ventas. Durante la conferencia para analistas, el CEO Newlands señaló que aproximadamente el 50% del negocio cervecero de Constellation depende de consumidores hispanos. Por estos motivos, la compañía ha ajustado sus previsiones para el año, anticipando un beneficio por acción comparable entre 12,60 y 12,90 dólares, y espera que las ventas netas orgánicas se mantengan entre una caída del 2% y un leve aumento del 1%. Este escenario negativo no es exclusivo de Constellation. El consumo de alcohol en Estados Unidos lleva años en declive, con una caída del 3% per cápita en 2024 y una reducción acumulada del 10% desde 2021, niveles que no se veían desde 1962. De hecho, según datos recientes de la empresa NCSolutions, casi la mitad de los estadounidenses planean reducir su consumo de alcohol en 2025, lo que anticipa que las cifras podrían no mejorar en el corto plazo.

This week, Dr. Kahn presents new research highlighting the growing concern that microplastics are showing up in our water, soil, and even our bodies. Emerging evidence suggests they may contribute to a range of disease states. A surprising finding: a strain of bacteria found in kimchi may help counteract BPA exposure—another great reason to include fermented foods in your diet. A number of quick-hit topics are also covered, including leafy greens for artery health, plant-based diets and sexual health, the potential benefits of hot tubs, the connection between loneliness and heart health, the role of dietary niacin, and how plant-based eating supports weight loss.  Thanks to igennus.com and the discount code DrKahn.

A majority of Million Marker's followers are of childbearing age. Food is such a powerful tool not only for fostering good health, but in some cases, perpetuating illness. Food can also improve the chances of conception and support a healthy pregnancy, or it can complicate the entire process. With the Detect & Detox Test Kit, we help people learn which foods are actually exposing them to toxic chemicals that negatively impact health and fertility.Today's guest is going to give us tips on using nutrition to help the body be healthy and ready for conception.We have invited Dara Godfrey of Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York onto our IG Live to chat with us.Dara is a Registered Dietitian and host of the Fertility Forward podcast.We love Dara's approach because she implements some mindfulness and intuitive eating into her practice. This should be a fun conversation! Learn more about Dara's services: https://daragodfreynutrition.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

After discovering her toxic chemical levels were 88% higher than the average American, DailyMail Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri took a bold step: she joined Ruan Living's pioneering and transformative 40-Day Home Detox program to reduce her everyday exposures to endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BPA, BPS, phthalates, and benzene. In this follow-up to episodes 86–89, Alexa returns to share her before-and-after Million Marker urine test results—and the data is powerful. Her bisphenol levels dropped from 88% to zero, and other chemicals linked to hormone disruption and cancer also fell significantly. You'll learn: The invisible yet measurable impact of toxic exposures in daily life How Alexa's small product swaps led to big biological shifts What Alexa swapped to dramatically lower her bisphenol and benzene levels The role of urine testing for toxins in tracking real detox progress What factors might have temporarily elevated her phthalate levels again How travel, beauty products, and furniture can reintroduce exposures Smart strategies for choosing non-toxic furniture and textiles Whether you're seeking hormone balance, fertility support, or cancer recovery, this episode reveals how detoxing your home can radically lower your toxic burden—in just 40 days.

In this episode, we explore the exposome—the sum of all the environmental exposures you face throughout your life—and how it directly impacts your thyroid, hormonal balance, weight, and overall health.You'll learn how everyday exposures like air pollution, BPA, mold, EMFs, and even chronic stress can disrupt your endocrine system. We dive into how these factors contribute to thyroid dysfunction, intensify perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, and make weight loss more difficult by interfering with your metabolism, appetite, and insulin regulation.Along the way, we feature expert insights from environmental health leader Dr. Lisa Nagy, who shares some simple, science-backed strategies to reduce your toxic load—from choosing organic foods and filtering your air and water, to limiting EMF exposure, addressing mold in your home, and supporting natural detox through better sleep, stress management, and nutrition.If you've been struggling with hypothyroidism, navigating hormonal changes in midlife, or hitting frustrating roadblocks with weight loss, this episode will help connect the dots between your environment and your hormones. We also introduce helpful tools like the BREESI and QEESI to help you identify your own sensitivities and take action.Tune in and learn how to take control of the hidden environmental factors affecting your health—because understanding the exposome can help you get control over your hormones. LEARN MOREYou can learn more about how various exposome factors affect your hormones in an in-depth article at the Paloma Health blog. https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/how-the-exposome-affects-your-hormones   ABOUT PALOMA HEALTH ⁠⁠Paloma Health ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused exclusively on treating hypothyroidism. From online visits with your provider to easy prescription management and lab orders, we create personalized treatment plans for you. Become a member⁠, or try our at-home test kit and experience a whole new level of hypothyroid care. Use code PODCAST to save $30 at checkout.Disclaimer: The $30 discount is only valid for first-time Paloma Health members and test kit users. Coupon must be entered at the time of checkout. Become a Paloma Member:https://www.palomahealth.com/pricing-hypothyroidism Paloma Complete Thyroid Blood Test Kit:https://www.palomahealth.com/home-thyroid-blood-test-kit

Your patients might agree to full-case treatment. But how many schedule those appointments same-day? In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down treatment dollar amount acceptance percentage. By tracking this metric, you can see how much of your diagnosed care is turning into real dentistry. To learn how to get patients to accept and schedule higher value treatment, listen to Episode 910 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 910: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Show patients the full picture. Let them decide how much they want to do, and when.For a full case, schedule as many appointments as possible, not just the first one.Present the value before the price. Use visuals to show potential outcomes.Help patients plan for the dentistry they will need in their retirement.If you have a consult...

On the final episode of CBD for the week, hear from Browns LB coach Jason Tarver (37:55) and Zegura's analysis of the LB room. And from BPA, Browns radio voice Andrew Siciliano goes 1-on-1 with rookie QB Shedeur Sanders (1:11:07).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When patients think of palatal expanders, they may think of torture devices. But with recent advancements and technology, they are more sophisticated than ever. In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Rebecca Bockow, instructor from Spear Education, to share where we are today with MARPEs and why now is the best time to offer it in your practice. To learn how you can “expand” the services you provide, listen to Episode 909 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Bockow:Join Dr. Bockow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InspiredOrthoFollow Dr. Bockow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbockowRegister for Dr. Bockow's Healthy Growth - Healthy Faces course (September 25-27, 2025): https://www.arnettgunson.com/healthy-growth-healthy-faces-seattleMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 909: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:MARPE doesn't replace jaw surgery but is a less invasive solution for some patients.Age is no longer an impediment to MARPEs. Patients in their 60s can have it done.We can increase predictability and reduce complications with custom designs.Advancements have reduced the need for surgical intervention in adults.Educate patients. A MARPE is not a panacea for complex issues.Now is the best time to lean into MARPEs.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:23 Dr. Bockow's background.5:22 Why this is an important topic.7:32 MARPEs, explained.15:05 Where we are now with MARPEs.18:35 The recovery process for patients.19:31 Age is no longer an impediment.21:04 What people get wrong about MARPEs.22:45 The future of MARPEs.25:00 Airway and periodontal implications of...

Plastics are deeply woven into the fabric of our everyday lives—from the water bottles we sip from to the skincare products we apply, and even the yoga pants we wear. But beneath this modern convenience lies an alarming truth: plastics are loaded with hormone-disrupting chemicals that may be sabotaging your fertility, energy, mood, and overall health.In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I share Elena's real-life story of how eliminating plastic exposure for just 30 days dramatically improved her hormone balance, energy, skin, and sleep—and ultimately helped her conceive naturally after 3 years of trying.

Struggling to lose weight despite doing everything right?In this powerful episode of Sweat Success, we sit down with Dr. Aly Cohen, a triple board-certified physician and environmental health expert, to uncover the real reason why so many people can't see results… even with proper diet and training.We go beyond calories and cardio to reveal how hidden toxins in your food, water, personal care products, and environment may be disrupting your hormones, storing more fat, and blocking your gym results. If you're on a journey toward fat loss, better health, and long-term performance, this is the episode you need to hear.Whether you're a coach, athlete, or someone working hard to feel better, this conversation with Dr. Aly Cohen will give you new tools and a fresh perspective on what actually creates health.

We've all heard about workplace harassment. But how much do you really know? In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Alan Twigg, president of Bent Ericksen & Associates, to share everything you need to understand about harassment in a dental practice. To learn how to protect your team and practice, listen to Episode 908 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Alan:Give Alan a call: (800) 679-2760Send Alan an email: alan@bentericksen.com Join Bent Ericksen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BentEricksenAssociatesLearn more about Bent Ericksen: https://bentericksen.comTry Bent Ericksen's HR Director package: https://bentericksen.com/product/hr-directorLearn more on Bent Ericksen's Resource Library: https://bentericksen.com/resource-libraryMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 908: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Know that there are multiple types of harassment.Have clear, documented policies against harassment.Different states have different harassment policy requirements.Document that you have reviewed your policies with employees.Specify who people need to report to if they're a victim of harassment.Frequently do training and reminders about your policies with your team.Take reports of harassment seriously! Don't just sweep things under the rug.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:11 Alan's background.2:28 Why this is an important topic.5:06 Have clear policies in place.10:59 Important steps to take.17:41...

You’ve been told to cut cake, ban wine, and throw out the chips… But what if your favourite soul food is the secret to actually sticking to your weight loss goals? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack:

907: The Bright Future of Private Care Dentistry – Dr. Barrett Straub & Dr. Jeff OsborneWe've all heard it for years: private practice is dying. But is this actually true? In this bonus episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT's CEO, and Dr. Jeff Osborne, chief dental officer of Smile Source, to talk about the state of private care dentistry and to prove that it is thriving now more than ever. Dentistry is still in its golden age! To learn why the future of private practice is so bright and how to love being a practice owner, listen to Episode 907 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Straub & Dr. Osborne:Send Dr. Straub an email: barrett@actdental.com Join Dr. Straub on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrett.d.straubFollow Dr. Osborne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacyranchdentaltxLearn more about Smile Source: https://smilesource.comRegister for Smile Source Exchange (September 10-13, 2025): https://sstheexchange25.eventscribe.netMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 907: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Contrary to popular belief, private practice is thriving.With AI and other technology developing, dentistry is in its golden age.Patients need and want comprehensive care, and they are willing to pay for it.Owning your own practice means freedom and a better life — it just takes some work.Master the three circles of the dentist — clinician, entrepreneur, and boss — for success.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:12 Why dentistry is

If you are trying to conceive, you've probably thought about your hormones. These little chemical messengers help your body complete important actions. In your reproductive system, your hormones regulate your cycle, ovulation, and help you conceive. At Million Marker, we strive to help people understand their health and what affects it. Many of our customers and followers are individuals who want to learn more about- and improve- their fertility. That's why we're so excited to be joined by Dr. Amy Beckley today!Dr. Beckley is the founder and CEO of MFB Fertility and inventor of the Proov fertility test. MFB Fertility researches, develops and sells in-home tests for fertility tracking purposes. The first product they developed is the Proov® test, which measures the presence of progesterone metabolites in urine. These tests allow couples to better monitor their fertility at home.Learn more about the Proov test: https://proovtest.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

This week, Tee is excited to welcome Anu Simh for a deep dive into the importance of gut health and its profound impact on overall wellness. Anu, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of 9 Arms of Wellness, shares her personal journey from struggling with gut issues to becoming a trusted coach who helps busy women reach their weight and wellness goals through gut-focused strategies. The conversation explores how common challenges—such as stress eating, weight gain, yo-yo dieting, mental fog, and chronic fatigue—are often rooted in gut health. Tee and Anu also examine the role of toxins, diet, water quality, and lifestyle shifts in supporting a healthy microbiome. Anu also introduces her soon-to-be-published book, “Flourish From Within,” which highlights the critical connection between gut health and well-being and features over 50 plant-based recipes. Listeners will come away with actionable tips for improving gut health, gaining awareness of harmful chemicals like glyphosate and BPA, and making small, sustainable changes that lead to lasting results. Anu shares details about her coaching programs, group cohorts, and the many resources available on her website. Whether you're a young mother, a busy professional, or someone simply seeking better health, this episode offers practical guidance to help you flourish from within.   Connect with Anu:  Website Book LinkedIn  Instagram  Facebook Podcast Free Microbiome Quiz   Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Austin Air Purifiers: For podcast listeners, take 15% off any Austin Air product; please email Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com and mention that you want to buy a product and would like the discount. See all products here: Austin Air The Green Living Gurus' Website  Instagram YouTube Facebook Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info, contact Tee: Email: Tee@thegreenlivinggurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868 DISCLAIMER: ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED HERE IS GENERAL GUIDANCE AND NOT MEANT TO BE USED FOR INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER OR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. Produced By: Social Chameleon

Do you want a productive, predictable schedule? Knowing this one number will make that happen! In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down patient acceptance percentage. By tracking this metric, you can increase case acceptance, improve your production, and help patients get the care they need more quickly. To learn how to fill your schedule with more high-value visits, listen to Episode 906 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 906: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Start by building value during the treatment presentation.Ensure that your team is equipped to handle objections.Practice using “so that” statements with your team.Ground conversations in outcomes, not just price.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:13 Patient acceptance percentage,...

In this masterclass, Ben distills 17 years of real-world fat loss experience into 5 powerful principles that actually work. He shares his personal transformation from 250 lbs to 6% body fat and reveals the exact steps he's used to help thousands reclaim their metabolic health.