Welcome to the Health Bridge Podcast! In this episode, host Holly B. interviews Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp—biohacking expert, author, and functional medicine practitioner—about practical, sustainable wellness strategies for midlife women, especially those navigating autoimmune conditions.

Key Takeaways:

• Focus on the basics: sleep, real food, movement, and stress management.

• Start with one new habit at a time—avoid all-or-nothing thinking.

• Track your wins and give yourself permission to rest.

• Your health journey is unique—find what works for you and let go of comparison.

Timestamps & Topics Covered:

• [0:00] Introduction

• • Meet Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp and learn about her background in biohacking and functional medicine.

• [1:40] Who This Episode is For

• • Overwhelm, autoimmune challenges, and why foundational health matters for midlife women.

• [2:45] What is Biohacking?

• • Dr. Nathalie’s definition and how it applies to real life (not just gadgets and supplements).

• [6:00] Biohacking Basics

• • The importance of sleep, movement, and nutrition as the true “hacks.”

• [7:45] Overwhelm & Habit Stacking

• • How to avoid burnout, manage energy, and build sustainable routines.

• [8:30] Energy Management vs. Perfectionism

• • Why it’s okay not to do everything perfectly, and how to focus on what matters most.

• [13:00] Weekly & Monthly Health Planning

• • Dr. Nathalie’s approach to non-negotiables, flexibility, and compounding healthy habits.

• [16:00] Autoimmune Health & Inflammation

• • Managing inflammation, blood sugar, and the basics of anti-inflammatory living.

• [21:00] Mindset, Boundaries, and Self-Compassion

• • Letting go of comparison, embracing flexibility, and celebrating small wins.

• [26:45] The Five Pillars of Health

• • Sleep & recovery, hydration & nutrition, movement & detox, hormones & brain health, and epigenetics.

• [32:00] Practical Tips & Supplements

• • Dr. Nathalie’s favorite supplements, hydration strategies, and how to personalize your approach.

• [37:45] Resources & Where to Find Dr. Nathalie

• • Books, playbook, and website links.

• [40:00] Final Thoughts

• • The power of playfulness, small steps, and finding joy in your health journey.

About Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp: Dr. Beauchamp is a chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, and author of “Hack Your Health Habits” and “Smart Cuts: Biohack Your Health Span.” She specializes in helping high-achieving women reclaim their energy and optimize their health through integrative, real-life strategies.

Find Dr. Nathalie:

• https://drnathaliebeauchamp.com/

Connect with Holly B.:

• Apply for a free Health Strategy Call with Holly to explore how you can go from flared, fatigued & burned out, to calm, stable & lit up with life again: https://tidycal.com/workwithhollyb/strategy-call

• Download my Free Daily Lupus Guide & Symptom Tracker! (Applicable to all chronic health conditions.) These are the simple practices I follow daily that have given me my energy back and reduced my flares so I can pour my energy into the things that bring me joy. Try this routine for 7 days straight, and I promise you will feel the difference: https://subscribepage.io/dailyguide

• Follow me on Instagram for daily tips on how to thrive with an autoimmune disease: https://www.instagram.com/iamhollybeck/

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Understanding Your Cycle & Overcoming Fertility Challenges with Dr. Aumatma Simmons

In this episode of the Health Bridge Podcast, host Holly B. talks with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a double board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist who is transforming fertility care with her holistic approach. They delve into the ins and outs of the menstrual cycle, explaining each phase, what is normal, and how to recognize signs of imbalances. Dr. Aumatma shares insights on hormone testing, PMS symptoms, ovulation, and the impact of autoimmunity on fertility. The episode also touches on the importance of mindset and assembling the right care team. This episode is packed with actionable advice for women seeking to understand their bodies better and improve their fertility naturally.

Find Dr. Aumatma:

https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/

https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctor/

https://www.facebook.com/DrAumatmaNd/

https://www.youtube.com/c/HolisticFertilityExpert

Resources:

Modern Fertility: https://ro.co/lp/testing/fertility-hormone-test

Madre: https://madrefertility.com/

If you find this episode valuable, please take a moment to subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with at least 1 person who may gain value from it. Thank you so much, this small effort really helps us grow our reach!

For more free quality content make sure to follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamhollybeck/

If you are struggling with lupus or autoimmune flares and want nothing more than the energy to pursue your passions again, I invite you to apply for a FREE Health Strategy Session with me: https://tidycal.com/workwithhollyb/strategy-call

Download my Free Daily Lupus Guide & Symptom Tracker! These are the simple practices I follow daily that have given me my energy back and reduced my flares so I can pour my energy into the things that bring me joy. Try this routine for 7 days straight, and I promise you will feel the difference: https://subscribepage.io/dailyguide

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Health Bridge Podcast

00:02 Introducing Dr. Aumatma Simmons

00:15 Revolutionizing Fertility Care

01:10 Today's Focus: Understanding Your Cycle

01:22 The Phases of the Menstrual Cycle

02:43 Hormone Testing and Fertility

03:23 The Mind-Body Connection in Fertility

04:41 Holistic Approach to Fertility

17:58 Understanding PMS and Ovulation Symptoms

24:36 The Impact of Pain and Medication on Fertility

30:43 The Impact of NSAIDs on Hormones

31:07 Understanding Ovulation Signs

36:33 Hormone Testing and Fertility

40:24 Lupus and Health Fundamentals

42:11 Perimenopause and Menopause Hormone Testing

46:12 Autoimmunity and Fertility

49:38 Mindset and Holistic Health

52:41 Final Thoughts and Resources

Unlocking Recovery by Retraining Your Brain with Miguel Batista

In this episode of the Health Bridge Podcast, host Holly B. reconnects with Miguel Batista, founder of CFS Recovery. Miguel shares his journey from being bedridden with chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID to living a full, active life. His recovery was fueled by understanding the link between the brain, nervous system, and chronic illness. Together, Holly and Miguel discuss brain retraining, the importance of reframing symptoms, and how neurodivergence often correlates with chronic health issues. Miguel provides a step-by-step guide to his recovery process, emphasizing that anyone can reclaim their health with the right approach and mindset. This episode is a powerful conversation about resilience, hope, and the tools needed for recovery.

Find Miguel:

https://www.instagram.com/cfsrecovery/

https://www.youtube.com/@cfsrecovery/featured

https://www.cfsrecovery.co/apply

Listen to our first episode: https://youtu.be/vUTPrK_Rbos

If you find this episode valuable, please take a moment to subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with at least 1 person who may gain value from it. Thank you so much, this small effort really helps us grow our reach!

For more free quality content make sure to follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamhollybeck/

If you are struggling with lupus or autoimmune flares and want nothing more than the energy to pursue your passions again, I invite you to apply for a FREE Health Strategy Session with me: https://tidycal.com/workwithhollyb/strategy-call

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to the Health Bridge Podcast

00:39 Miguel Batista's Journey from Bedridden to Recovery

03:36 The Power of Brain Retraining

04:33 The Importance of Reframing Symptoms

04:56 Understanding Neurodivergent Brains

07:54 Miguel's Personal Recovery Experience

11:17 Challenges and Strategies for CFS Recovery

15:31 Harnessing Hyperactivity as a Superpower

29:08 Stages of Recovery and Brain Retraining

34:45 Understanding the Brain's Glitch

35:14 Brain Retraining Techniques

35:41 The Role of the Amygdala

37:02 Responding to Symptoms

38:15 Adjustment Periods Explained

39:13 Reframing Flare-Ups

41:41 The Power of Reframing Symptoms

43:06 A Special Doctor's Approach

46:23 The Journey to Recovery

48:56 Implementing Neuroplasticity

53:05 Life Beyond Chronic Fatigue

57:48 Final Thoughts and Encouragement