Beauty of Breathing

Welcome to "The Beauty of Breathing" podcast with Renata Nehme. Join me on this "expansion" journey through mindful breathing, exploring ways to improve sleep, how myofunctional therapy can improve your life, the profound gut-brain connection, and so much more! Delve into wellness, personal growth, spiritual development, and the nuances of emotional intelligence. Navigate the dual roles of being a dedicated mom and an ambitious entrepreneur. Together, we'll unravel holistic health approaches and discover the keys to finding purpose in life. Tune in for insightful conversations on all things health-related, embracing a mindful and holistic lifestyle. Please note that "Beauty of Breathing Podcast" is produced for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The content, views, and opinions shared by our hosts and guests should not substitute medical advice and do not establish a doctor-patient relationship. As everyone is unique, consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. Join the conversation and explore the fascinating world of airway health with us! Much Love, Renata Nehme, RDH, BSDH, COM®, OMS™

Beauty of Breathing is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 85 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #81

  81. Behavioral Treatment of Insomnia with Dr. Shelby Harris

  Aug 11, 202630 minS3

  What if some of the things you’re doing to sleep better are actually keeping you awake? In this episode of the Beauty of Breathing Podcast, I spoke with Dr. Shelby Harris, one of the nation’s leading experts in behavioral sleep medicine, about why insomnia develops, what keeps it going, and how it can often be treated without relying solely on medication. We also dive into: ✨ How insomnia differs from an occasional night of poor sleep ✨ Why forcing yourself to sleep can increase tension, frustration, and wakefulness ✨ How compensating with earlier bedtimes, sleeping in, naps, and caffeine can perpetuate insomnia ✨ Why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, or CBT-I, is considered a first-line treatment ✨ How anxiety and disrupted sleep reinforce one another ✨ Why insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea can occur together ✨ How sleep apnea symptoms may look different in women ✨ The effects of perimenopause and menopause on sleep ✨ Why sleep trackers can sometimes create more anxiety than insight ✨ One simple habit that can strengthen sleep: maintaining a consistent wake time Dr. Harris explains that insomnia is not limited to difficulty falling asleep. It can also include waking repeatedly, struggling to return to sleep, or waking earlier than intended. Although an initial stressor, illness, or hormonal change may trigger it, the habits we develop in response can keep the cycle going long after the original cause has passed. We also discuss an important distinction for airway-focused providers: not every person who struggles to sleep has insomnia, and not everyone with insomnia has an airway disorder. Some patients experience both insomnia and sleep apnea, which may require each condition to be evaluated and treated rather than assuming one explains every symptom. This conversation is also especially valuable for women. Dr. Harris shares how hormonal changes may affect sleep during perimenopause and menopause, while symptoms of sleep apnea in women may appear as fatigue, low energy, anxiety, depression, headaches, fragmented sleep, or feeling unrefreshed rather than obvious daytime sleepiness. Dr. Shelby Harris is a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, licensed clinical psychologist, and clinical associate professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She specializes in evidence-based, non-medication treatments for insomnia, sleep apnea, circadian rhythm disorders, and other sleep challenges. She is also an author, national speaker, and recognized media expert on sleep health. If you struggle with insomnia, wake frequently during the night, or work with patients experiencing sleep and airway concerns, this episode will help you understand why effective treatment must be individualized. Press play to learn how letting go of the pressure to sleep may be the first step toward sleeping better. #BeautyOfBreathing #Insomnia #BehavioralSleepMedicine #CBTI #SleepHealth #SleepApnea #AirwayHealth #WomensSleepHealth #Perimenopause #Menopause #SleepAnxiety #RestorativeSleep #AirwayCircle Support the show ABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM®, OMS™ has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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  Episode #80

  80. What Do Feet Have To Do With Airway? Connecting The Dots with Mike Cantrell

  Jun 23, 202651 minS3

  Your airway is not just a throat problem. It can be a foot problem, a rib cage problem, a tongue problem, or all of the above, and that’s exactly why so many smart people still feel stuck after doing “the right thing.” We sit down with physical therapist and Applied Integration Academy co-founder Mike Cantrell to map a clear, testable chain from ground contact to breathing mechanics and explain why airway dysfunction often shows up as a whole-body pattern. If you’re curious about palatal expansion, asymmetric palate patterns, and why some expansions feel better but don’t fully resolve symptoms, we get specific. Mike explains how body position and cranial strain patterns can bias expansion and why objective testing can help time treatment so the body is ready to receive orthodontic or airway changes. We also share hope for people who have already done expansion or even jaw surgery and still struggle: sometimes the “airway size” is there, but the mechanics and coordination are not. _________________________________________________________________________________________ About our Guest: Mike Cantrell , MPT, is a physical therapist and cofounder of the Applied Integration Academy® (AIA), where he pioneered an interdisciplinary approach combining physical therapy, dentistry, myofunctional therapy, and human performance. With over 35 years of experience, he has educated healthcare professionals worldwide and consulted with elite athletes from organizations including the NBA, NFL, MLB, FIFA, and the U.S. Navy SEALs. Mike is also an author and educator passionate about biomechanics, airway health, and human movement. Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikecantrell_aia Website: https://www.appliedintegrationacademy.com/ Support the show Support the show ABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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  Episode #79

  79. Physiology of Anxiety with Campbell Will

  May 26, 202647 minS3

  Anxiety rarely arrives out of nowhere. When we slow down and look closely, it often starts as a shift in physiology: your breathing gets faster or tighter, your body braces, your heart rate climbs, and then your mind races to explain it all. We sit down with Campbell Will, an integrative physiotherapist who works at the intersection of breathing, nervous system regulation, and performance, to map out how dysfunctional breathing patterns can fuel anxiety and how to change the pattern before the spiral takes over. We dig into the everyday drivers that quietly “train” anxious physiology: screen-time posture that pushes us into shallow chest breathing, constant stimulation that keeps the nervous system on alert, and the modern expectation to be reachable 24/7. Campbell shares a simple boundary that can make a huge difference for stress and sleep quality: the “Sacred 60”, protecting the first and last hour of the day from your phone so your system can transition into wakefulness and rest without an instant dopamine hit and inbox pressure. If this conversation helps you rethink anxiety as something you can influence, share it with someone who needs a steadier breath and a calmer day, then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the show. _________________________________________________________________________________________ About our Guest: Campbell Will is an integrative physiotherapist specializing in the role of breathing in human health and performance. His experience spans ICUs, neurosurgical wards, elite athletes, and private practice, where he recognized breathing as a commonly overlooked factor in both performance and dysfunction. Through his holistic, multidisciplinary approach, Campbell helps practitioners shift their focus from disease to health by restoring balance to the body, mind, emotions, and energy. He believes the breath is a powerful tool available to everyone and a foundation for lasting health and well-being. Follow Campbell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathbodytherapy/ Website: https://www.breathbodytherapy.com/ Support the show ABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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  Episode #78

  78. Interplay Between Infections, Lyme Disease, and Inflammation with Dr. Jaquel Patterson

  May 5, 202644 minS3

  A tick can be smaller than a poppy seed, a lab can read “normal,” and you can still feel like your body is on fire. I sit down with Dr. Jaquel Patterson, a nationally recognized naturopathic and functional medicine physician and founder of Fairfield Family Health, to unpack the real-world links between infections, Lyme disease, and chronic inflammation, especially for people who’ve been told they’re fine while they’re clearly not. We talk through why chronic infections can mimic autoimmune disease, what “molecular mimicry” means in plain language, and why Lyme earns the nickname “the great imitator.” Dr. Patterson breaks down common myths about tick bites, why false-negative Lyme tests happen, how co-infections like Babesia and Bartonella complicate symptoms, and what red flags to watch for like migrating joint pain, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, ringing ears, tingling sensations, brain fog, and sudden-onset anxiety. We also get practical about labs that often get overlooked: ferritin and iron status, vitamin D, hormones, and nutrient deficiencies that can worsen inflammation and recovery. _________________________________________________________________________________________ About our Guest: Dr. Jaquel Patterson, ND, MBA, a nationally recognized leader in naturopathic and functional medicine. She is the founder of Fairfield Family Health, a multidisciplinary medical practice in Connecticut, and has over 16 years of clinical experience specializing in Lyme disease, autoimmune and complex chronic illness, integrative psychiatry, and environmental medicine. Dr. Patterson serves as President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) and is certified through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). A sought-after speaker and three-time Amazon bestselling author, her expertise has been featured in major media outlets including Forbes, USA Today, and national television networks. Follow Dr. Patterson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturopathic.physician/ Website: http://fairfieldfamilyhealth.com Support the show ABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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  Episode #77

  77: "Growing Faces beyond teeth: The Pediatric Dentist's Guide to Sleep, Growth and Development" with Dr. Rafif Tayara

  Apr 14, 202648 minS3

  Crooked teeth, big emotions, bedwetting, restless nights, constant “stuffy nose” … what if those aren’t random kid quirks, but one connected breathing story? We sit down with Dr. Rafif Tayara, a pediatric dentist and sleep dental medicine specialist, to zoom out from teeth and look at the child’s airway, sleep quality, and facial growth as one system. We also dig into everyday habits that quietly shape jaws: long pacifier use, thumb sucking, soft processed diets that reduce chewing, and screens that disrupt sleep hygiene. You’ll hear practical home strategies for a cleaner, more breathable bedroom, plus step-by-step nasal hygiene tips with saline and a thoughtful debate on toddler cups, 360 cups, and straw use for healthier swallowing mechanics. If you care about pediatric airway health, child sleep, and early orthodontic guidance, this conversation is packed with takeaways you can act on. Subscribe, share this with a parent who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest “wait, that’s a red flag?” moment. _________________________________________________________________________________________ About our Guest: Dr. Rafif Tayara, a leading pediatric dentist and Sleep Dental Medicine specialist trained at Tufts University, and a top 1% Invisalign First Provider in Dubai and the Netherlands. She is the founder of JuniorDental and the Pediatric Academy, and was voted Best Pediatric Dentist 2025 . With experience across North America and the Middle East, she focuses on modern pediatric dentistry, early airway orthodontics, and myofunctional therapy, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support healthy growth in children. She is also the author of the children’s book “Danny and Sarah Go to Dr. Smile.” A proud mother of three, Dr. Tayara is dedicated to helping children breathe, grow, and smile better for life. Follow Dr. Tayara on Instagram: @doctortayara Website: https://rafiftayara.com/ Support the show ABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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