Real Health Transformations: Empowering Solutions for Women's Hormone, Weight & Chronic Health Frustrations

Back to Basics: Why Health Fundamentals Outshine Fancy Biohacks | Ep 3

August 11, 2024 Holly Mullen Episode 3
Back to Basics: Why Health Fundamentals Outshine Fancy Biohacks | Ep 3
Real Health Transformations: Empowering Solutions for Women's Hormone, Weight & Chronic Health Frustrations
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Real Health Transformations: Empowering Solutions for Women's Hormone, Weight & Chronic Health Frustrations
Back to Basics: Why Health Fundamentals Outshine Fancy Biohacks | Ep 3
Aug 11, 2024 Episode 3
Holly Mullen

On this episode of Real Health Transformations, we’re hitting the reset button and going back to the basics before diving into the world of biohacking. Join me and my incredible guest, Leah Williamson, as we explore why foundational health practices are essential before chasing the latest high-tech wellness gadgets.

Leah, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, board-certified health coach, and holistic health expert, joins us to discuss the importance of mastering health fundamentals. With her extensive background, from autoimmune paleo coaching to sound bath healing, Leah helps us understand why no amount of biohacking can compensate for neglecting the core pillars of well-being.

In this episode, we break down:

  • The true definition of biohacking and why it’s more about minor lifestyle tweaks than sci-fi gadgets.
  • Essential health foundations: nutrient-dense eating, proper hydration, quality sleep, and regular movement.
  • Common biohacking blunders, such as investing in expensive gadgets and lab testing before addressing basic health needs.


Leah and I discuss practical strategies for resolving common health issues like bloating, low energy, and brain fog by focusing on these foundational practices first. We also touch on why advanced detox protocols should be approached with caution and only after solidifying basic health habits.

Tune in to learn how to fine-tune your approach to health by integrating essential practices with cutting-edge techniques, and discover how true biohacking begins with mastering the basics.

Get ready to reset and optimize your well-being from the ground up—your journey to holistic health starts here!

Resources & Downloads from this Episode

Connect with Leah Williamson
Learn from Nutritional Therapy Association

Personal Assessment & Biofeedback Guide: Includes the food and mood journal, biofeedback tracker, user guide, and instructional video. Available for download via the show notes. Which includes: Instructional Video: Provided with the Personal Assessment & Biofeedback Guide, explaining how to use the tools effectively. Food & Mood Journal: A detailed diary for tracking daily food intake, mood, energy levels, and other relevant biofeedback markers. Biofeedback Tracker: A tool to monitor various biofeedback cues such as hunger, cravings, sleep, and energy levels.

Nutritional Analysis Questionnaire (NAQ): An optional, comprehensive tool for assessing your entire system, including digestion, blood sugar, and hydration. It helps identify imbalances impacting energy, hormones, and more. NAQ Instructions: Guidance on how to complete and utilize the Nutritional Analysis Questionnaire in conjunction with the podcast episodes for a comprehensive health assessment.

© 2024 Holly Jean Mullen

Show Notes

On this episode of Real Health Transformations, we’re hitting the reset button and going back to the basics before diving into the world of biohacking. Join me and my incredible guest, Leah Williamson, as we explore why foundational health practices are essential before chasing the latest high-tech wellness gadgets.

Leah, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, board-certified health coach, and holistic health expert, joins us to discuss the importance of mastering health fundamentals. With her extensive background, from autoimmune paleo coaching to sound bath healing, Leah helps us understand why no amount of biohacking can compensate for neglecting the core pillars of well-being.

In this episode, we break down:

  • The true definition of biohacking and why it’s more about minor lifestyle tweaks than sci-fi gadgets.
  • Essential health foundations: nutrient-dense eating, proper hydration, quality sleep, and regular movement.
  • Common biohacking blunders, such as investing in expensive gadgets and lab testing before addressing basic health needs.


Leah and I discuss practical strategies for resolving common health issues like bloating, low energy, and brain fog by focusing on these foundational practices first. We also touch on why advanced detox protocols should be approached with caution and only after solidifying basic health habits.

Tune in to learn how to fine-tune your approach to health by integrating essential practices with cutting-edge techniques, and discover how true biohacking begins with mastering the basics.

Get ready to reset and optimize your well-being from the ground up—your journey to holistic health starts here!

Resources & Downloads from this Episode

Connect with Leah Williamson
Learn from Nutritional Therapy Association

Personal Assessment & Biofeedback Guide: Includes the food and mood journal, biofeedback tracker, user guide, and instructional video. Available for download via the show notes. Which includes: Instructional Video: Provided with the Personal Assessment & Biofeedback Guide, explaining how to use the tools effectively. Food & Mood Journal: A detailed diary for tracking daily food intake, mood, energy levels, and other relevant biofeedback markers. Biofeedback Tracker: A tool to monitor various biofeedback cues such as hunger, cravings, sleep, and energy levels.

Nutritional Analysis Questionnaire (NAQ): An optional, comprehensive tool for assessing your entire system, including digestion, blood sugar, and hydration. It helps identify imbalances impacting energy, hormones, and more. NAQ Instructions: Guidance on how to complete and utilize the Nutritional Analysis Questionnaire in conjunction with the podcast episodes for a comprehensive health assessment.

© 2024 Holly Jean Mullen