Healthy Team Healthy Business

Josh Phelps/David Kent

Conversations to educate businesses on how to discuss topics of health (physical, mental, financial) and implement all into their company.  Episodes include guests who are experts in a variety of fields and our own experiences as business owners and leaders.

  1. The Root Causes of Chronic Illness: Functional Medicine with Dr. Aaron Hartman of Richmond Integrative Medicine

    12/18/2025

    The Root Causes of Chronic Illness: Functional Medicine with Dr. Aaron Hartman of Richmond Integrative Medicine

    In this episode of Healthy Team, Healthy Business, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Hartman of Richmond Integrative & Functional Medicine to explore the REAL root causes behind chronic illnesses — from mold exposure and processed foods to stress, sleep, and environmental toxins. Dr. Hartman shares why so many patients fall between medical specialties, collect “normal labs,” and still don’t feel well. His systems-based approach connects the dots between the gut, brain, heart, immune system, environment, toxins, diet, and lifestyle — revealing patterns traditional medicine misses. We discuss powerful stories from his practice, including a business owner who suffered five strokes before discovering the trigger was mold in his home, and how Dr. Hartman helps people recover from chronic Lyme, autoimmune disease, long-COVID, chronic fatigue, and mystery illnesses. You’ll also hear why: 80% of heart disease and 70% of cancers can be prevented with lifestyleProcessed food and industrial fats are driving metabolic diseaseStress and sleep are two of the biggest “health levers” for entrepreneursOur healthcare system can’t reverse chronic disease using 15-minute visitsA functional medicine intake takes hours — and why it needs toWearables, HRV, circadian rhythm, and light exposure matter more than everThe future of chronic care will be education-driven, patient-led, and root-cause focusedWhether you’re a leader responsible for a team, someone navigating chronic symptoms, or simply trying to improve your long-term health, this conversation is packed with insight you won’t hear in traditional medical settings. Check out this amazing story here: Uncurable His own podcast is here: Made For Health On Instagram: Instagram Facebook: Facebook INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net

    41 min
  2. 10/10/2025

    Your Mouth Is the Gateway to Health with Dr. Sheri Salartash (Dynamic Dental Wellness)

    What if your oral health could influence your thyroid, sleep and airway, heart and brain, and even your immune system? In this episode of Healthy Team, Healthy Business, the hosts talk with Dr. Sheri Salartash, holistic/biological dentist and founder of Dynamic Dental Wellness, about how dentistry connects to whole-body wellness—and the practical steps anyone can take to protect it. Dr. Sheri breaks down big topics in simple terms: why fluoride exposure can tangle with thyroid balance, how a “dead tooth” after a root canal can add to the body’s burden, why mouth breathing dries the mouth and disrupts sleep and immunity, and how gum health and bone health are foundational—not just cosmetic. You’ll also hear about in-office markers like salivary pH and nitric oxide and safer at-home options such as nanohydroxyapatite toothpaste. What You’ll Learn Fluoride & thyroid: Why some patients explore fluoride-free care and nanohydroxyapatite as a remineralization alternative.Root canals & total load: The “dead tooth” concept, infection risk, and when extraction + restoration may be considered instead.Mouth vs. nose breathing: How mouth breathing dries the mouth, acidifies the oral environment, and impacts sleep/airway—especially in kids.Gum health = whole-body health: Why bleeding gums and periodontal issues matter for inflammation, heart/brain risk, and metabolic health.Clinic measures that matter: Using salivary pH, nitric oxide levels, and oral microbiome awareness to guide care.About Our Guest Dr. Sheri Salartash is a holistic/biological dentist and naturopathic practitioner who leads Dynamic Dental Wellness. Her approach blends safe, biocompatible materials with airway-centric care, practical nutrition, and functional insights so patients can heal from the inside out. Listen & subscribe to Healthy Team, Healthy Business for more conversations at the intersection of health, leadership, and real-world wellness.  Website: www.healthyteamhealthybusiness.net  holistic dentistry, biological dentist, Dr. Sheri Salartash, Dynamic Dental Wellness, fluoride and thyroid, nanohydroxyapatite toothpaste, root canal risks, dead tooth, mouth breathing airway sleep, nitric oxide saliva, gum disease heart health, oral systemic health, functional medicine dentist, dental wellness podcast, workplace wellness INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net

    39 min
  3. The Financial Industry Is Broken — There's a better way, Retire.US Leader Michael Scarpati

    08/08/2025

    The Financial Industry Is Broken — There's a better way, Retire.US Leader Michael Scarpati

    In this episode of Healthy Team, Healthy Business, we speak with Michael Scarpati, co-founder of RetireUS, to talk about the dirty truth behind the financial services industry — and what you can do about it. ✅ Learn how 95% of financial advisors aren't legally required to act in your best interest. ✅ Discover the new subscription-based model bringing fiduciary guidance to small investors. ✅ Why having a 401(k) or brokerage account doesn’t mean you're financially healthy. ✅ The #1 blind spot most people have about retirement (and how to fix it now). ✅ The surprising connection between financial wellness and physical health. If you've ever felt confused, skeptical, or underserved by traditional financial advisors, this conversation will completely reframe how you think about money, risk, and your future. 🔑 Key Topics Covered The hidden flaw in most financial advice modelsWhat it really means to work with a fiduciaryHow to set meaningful financial goalsThe “financial red flags” most people don’t know they haveWhy protecting your money is more important than chasing growthMike Scarpati is a financial strategist, educator, and co-founder of RetireUS — a tech-enabled platform that gives everyday Americans affordable access to fiduciary financial planners without asset minimums. 🌐 Learn more: https://retire.us 📣 Connect With Us Instagram: @healthyteamhealthybizLinkedIn: Josh Phelps | Healthy Team, Healthy Business Podcast financial wellness, fiduciary advisor, retireUS, financial health, personal finance advice, how to plan for retirement, independent financial advice, financial literacy, financial planning podcast, money mindset, healthy team podcast INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net

    40 min
  4. Heart Rate Variability: The Ultimate Wellness Metric with Dr. Torkil Færø

    06/17/2025

    Heart Rate Variability: The Ultimate Wellness Metric with Dr. Torkil Færø

    In this episode of the Healthy Team Healthy Business podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Torkil Færø, Norwegian general practitioner, emergency physician, author of the best-selling book The Pulse Cure, and expert in heart rate variability (HRV) and wearable health tech. Dr. Færø explains how HRV is one of the most powerful biomarkers we have for understanding the body's response to stress, sleep, food, alcohol, exercise, and more. Using wearables like the Garmin watch, Oura Ring, and WHOOP band, he shares how everyday people—and especially business leaders—can leverage HRV data to make better lifestyle decisions, prevent chronic illness, and improve energy, resilience, and performance. 🔍 Topics We Cover: What is heart rate variability (HRV) and why it mattersThe autonomic nervous system and how HRV reflects its balanceWhy alcohol, late meals, and even chili might be tanking your recoveryThe surprising impact of wearables on personal and team healthHow HRV data reveals stress you didn’t even know you hadUsing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and HRV together for insightHow employers can use wearable tech to create healthier, higher-performing teams🛠 Tools & Wearables Mentioned: Garmin Watches (recommended for HRV tracking)Oura RingWHOOP BandCGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors)📚 Resources: The Pulse Cure by Dr. Torkil Færø (available in English on Amazon)Dr. Færø on Instagram: @drtorkilWebsite: www.thepulsecure.comTorkil Færø (@dr.torkil) • Instagram photos and videosINSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net

    38 min
  5. Drink Like Nature: Gut Health, Kombucha, and the Power of Fermentation with Joan Karp

    05/19/2025

    Drink Like Nature: Gut Health, Kombucha, and the Power of Fermentation with Joan Karp

    Episode 69 – Drink Like Nature: Gut Health, Kombucha, and the Power of Fermentation with Joan Karp In this deliciously insightful episode, we welcome Joan Karp, founder of Keystone Cultures, a Pennsylvania-based fermented beverage company helping people “drink like nature.” Joan joins us to share her journey from backyard brews to being a farmers market favorite, with a mission rooted in one simple truth: you are nature. We dive deep into the microbial magic of kombucha and water kefir, how they support the gut-brain connection, and the real stories behind how these living beverages are changing lives — from easing acid reflux to helping people ditch diet soda and feel emotionally lighter. This episode is for anyone curious about: The real health benefits of fermented drinks beyond the trendHow kombucha is made — including what a “mother culture” really isWhy your gut might be the most important garden you’ve never seenHow Joan’s kombucha helped families tackle digestive issues and even supported therapy outcomesThe difference between kombucha, water kefir, and dairy kefir — and which one might be right for youPlus, we talk about: How local farm markets are helping to bring gut health to more communitiesWhy barefoot meetings might just be the healthiest leadership tactic around🧬 Mentioned in This Episode Keystone Cultures Co. – https://keystonecultures.com📍 Get Joan’s kombucha locally at: Geraghty’s Micro Farm📲 Connect with Joan: @keystonecultures.co on Instagram🔊 Listen Now On Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google | Your Favorite App INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net

    37 min

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Conversations to educate businesses on how to discuss topics of health (physical, mental, financial) and implement all into their company.  Episodes include guests who are experts in a variety of fields and our own experiences as business owners and leaders.