Well Beyond 40

Can changing your diet calm your mind? New science is saying it can. In this episode, I’m talking to Dr. Uma Naidoo about anxiety in women over 40 and why changing what’s on your plate could change your mood. Dr. Naidoo founded the first hospital-based nutrition psychiatry practice in the country, meaning she is on the cutting edge of understanding the gut-brain connection and its impact on hormones and mental health.    From the overlooked nutrients you should be monitoring to crucial dietary shifts and beneficial spices to try, Dr. Naidoo has helpful strategies you can begin using today to support your mind and body.    If you’ve been anxious, struggling with sleep, or generally feeling out of sorts, make sure you don’t miss a moment of this episode!   FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/uma   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Read my book, The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Learn more about Dr. Uma Naidoo: https://umanaidoomd.com   Read Calm Your Mind With Food: https://amzn.to/4acrGKs   Read This Is Your Brain on Food: https://amzn.to/3GA6n88   Listen to previous episodes with Dr. Uma Naidoo: https://jjvirgin.com/?s=Dr.+Uma+Naidoo   Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a   Study: The Lancet: Global prevalence and burden of depressive and anxiety disorders in 204 countries and territories in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic:  https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(21)02143-7/fulltext   Study: American Journal of Public Health: Mental Illness Stigma, Help Seeking, and Public Health Programs: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3698814/   Butcherbox grass-fed & grass-finished beef: http://butcherbox.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2&aff_id=1330 Reignite Wellness™ Magnesium Body Calm: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/magnesium-body-calm Designs for Health Ferrochel Iron: https://amzn.to/3TbiEY3   Reignite Wellness™ Vitamin D Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/vitamin-d-plus   Reignite Wellness™ Extra Fiber: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/extra-fiber   Try Pique Tea: https://www.piquetea.com/?rfsn=2861870.fbd50&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=email   Podcast: Is There Such a Thing as “Anti-Nutrients”? with Dr. Deanna Minich: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/is-there-such-a-thing-as-anti-nutrients-with-dr-deanna-minich-ep-585/   Kooroo Cold Plunge: Go to https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP500 for $500 off   Study: Cell: Gut Microbiota-Targeted Diets Modulate Human Immune Status: https://www.cell.com/cell/pdf/S0092-8674(21)00754-6.pdf   Get wild-caught fish and seafood from Vital Choice: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy   Reignite Wellness™ Omega Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/omega-plus   Get a FREE digital download of bonus content from Dr. Uma's next book: Calm Your Mind with Food: https://umanaidoomd.com/pages/calmyourmindwithfoodsneakpeek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to light a fire under your metabolism and feel lean and strong? Then you need to start resistance training. In fact, with just nine exercises, you can get killer legs—and the balance and power to help you function better in your day-to-day life.    In this episode, I’m telling you exactly what to do and how to do it right, including variations and modifications. Whether you’re new to training, coming back after an injury, or just want to shake things up, you can feel confident getting started. Even better, you can do all of it at home!   Listen to the episode now, then watch the video on my YouTube channel to see the moves in action. Feel free to watch and remind yourself of the proper form during your workout, too.    If you’re ready to build your best legs ever, start here!   FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/legs   Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Get my FREE Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: jjvirgin.com/power   Read my book, The Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Learn how foods cause leaky gut in The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback   TRX Trainer:https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=ml&ti=931205&pw=347877   Free shipping on all orders $99+   Adjustable dumbbells: https://amzn.to/3GoX5vy Exercise medicine ball: https://amzn.to/3T8WiGv   Anti-slip step bench: https://amzn.to/3RpRN9r   Video: The Most Efficient Way to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Over 40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i2lqi2IVtI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be sexually healthy? That’s the question I asked Dr. Amy Killen, co-founder of the Human Optimization Project. Her answer might surprise you.    Our conversation covers so much ground—the interplay between general health and sexual health, how much sex you actually need, whether or not your pelvic floor is the problem, if supplements can really boost your libido, and more. You’ll feel like you took a masterclass! Plus, you’ll learn about her four H’s of sexual health, things you can do today to revive desire, and the cutting-edge treatments creating a whole lot of excitement. You absolutely don’t want to miss it! FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/dramy Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Download the FREE Inner Wellness, Outer Beauty: Your Anti-Aging Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/antiaging   Read my book, The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Learn more about Dr. Amy Killen: https://dramykillen.com/   Learn about the Human Optimization Project: https://hopbox.life/   Explore Meet Rosy: https://meetrosy.com/   Study: American Journal of Cardiology: Sexual Activity, Erectile Dysfunction, and Incident Cardiovascular Events: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2824175/ Get Jana Danielson’s Cooch Ball: https://si421.isrefer.com/go/CB+FPM/jjvirgin/   Learn more about the Nof1+ app: https://www.nof1plus.com/   Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/   Whoop: https://www.whoop.com/us/en/   Bio Strap: https://biostrap.com/   Google Pixel Watch 2 with Fitbit: https://amzn.to/3uKYZ6T   Vyleesi: https://www.vyleesi.com Get Dr. Amy’s BEAMSSSS Longevity Challenge and E-book: https://beamssss.life/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could get the benefits of Wegovy & Ozempic without the cost or side effects? It’s possible, and I’m telling you how.    The truth is, semaglutide and tirzepatide mimic existing processes in your body, which means that with the right strategies, you can achieve similar results naturally. In this episode, I’m explaining how these drugs work, the role of inflammation and gut health, and the two levers you can activate now that can lead to weight loss.    If you want a natural alternative to weight-loss drugs, or you’re on them and want to improve your results, the tools I’m giving you in this episode will make a world of difference.    FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/glp   Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Try my protein calculator: http://jjvirgin.com/7day   Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book   Learn how foods cause leaky gut in The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback   Reignite Wellness™ All-In-One Shakes: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/shakes   Reignite Wellness™ Extra Fiber: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/extra-fiber   Reignite Wellness™ Omega Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/omega-plus   Reignite Wellness™ Healthy Gut Support: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/all/products/healthy-gut-support   Reignite Wellness™ Collagen Peptides Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/all-systems-glow-collagen   Video: How to Heal Your Gut So You Can Lose Weight Fast & Easier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuciD1I3kuU   Get your free copy of 5 Gut-Healing Strategies for Lasting Energy & Weight Loss: http://jjvirgin.com/5ways   Video: Best Strength Training Routine for Women Over 40 (+ Free Workout Plan!): https://youtu.be/jFVN1g7_6yY?si=N74CXyrhZUYPSLf0   Reignite Wellness™ Sleep Candy: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/sleep-candy   Video: The Hidden Reason You Wake Up Tired Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZznER6HW6uk&t=39s   Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a   Reignite Wellness™ Take Ten Stress Support: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/all/products/take-ten-stress-support   Reignite Wellness™ Blood Sugar Support: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/all/products/blood-sugar-support   Watch my next video: Top 5 Things to Know Before Your Next Diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDn1NrYPjL8   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know an eye exam could provide clues to your overall health? As you’ll learn in this fascinating conversation with double board-certified neuro-ophthalmologist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Rani Banik, the true value of a proper eye exam will blow your mind.    In this episode, we cover when you need to have an eye exam, what type of exam you should be getting, how changing hormones affect your vision, and how your eye exam could alert your doctor to diabetes, autoimmune diseases, and more.    If you want to safeguard your vision—and your health—for the rest of your life, listen now… and then schedule an eye exam.   FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/eyeq   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book   Learn more about Dr. Rani Banik: www.rudranibanikmd.com   Read Beyond Carrots: Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z: https://amzn.to/47jPMRw   Vuity drops: https://www.vuity.com/   True Dark eyewear: https://truedark.com?ref=ntrhmgv2 Get 10% OFF with code JJ10   Study: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews: Blue‐light filtering spectacle lenses for visual performance, sleep, and macular health in adults: https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD013244.pub2/full Study: International Journal of Oncology: Lutein inhibits proliferation, invasion, and migration of hypoxic breast cancer cells via downregulation of HES1: https://www.spandidos-publications.com/10.3892/ijo.2018.4332 Study: Journal of Medicinal Food: Dietary lutein modulates growth and survival genes in prostate cancer cells: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25162762/   Get Dr. Banik’s ebook 6 Secrets To Eye Health https://rudranibanikmd.activehosted.com/f/25   Get Dr. Banik’s "Nutrition Eye-Q Test" https://www.eyenyc.co/sf/2281acfd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve been on the fence about taking creatine, you can’t miss this episode.    I’m busting a few myths and breaking down the research that shows why creatine is the most important supplement you're probably not taking. Yes, it’s critical for body composition and strength, but there are so many other benefits you may not even know about—the last one might really surprise you. You’ll learn why women over 40 should add creatine to their routine, how it can help you as you head into menopause, and how to get started. Let’s dive in!   FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/creatineeveryday   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos   Get my FREE Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/power   Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book   Learn how foods cause leaky gut in The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback   Reignite Wellness™ Clean Creatine Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/clean-creatine-powder   Study: Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition: International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1186/s12970-017-0173-z   Bioimpedance scale: https://oxiline.shop/?ref=mza2ntv   Study: Journal of the American College of Nutrition: Creatine Supplementation and Exercise Performance: An Update: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/07315724.1998.10718751   Study: The American Journal of Psychiatry: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Oral Creatine Monohydrate Augmentation for Enhanced Response to a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor in Women With Major Depressive Disorder: https://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010009   Watch my next video: Best Strength Training Routine for Women Over 40 (+ Free Workout Plan!): https://youtu.be/jFVN1g7_6yY   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a silent health crisis affecting millions of people—and you may be one of them. Chances are, you don’t even know it.    What’s this stealth threat? Poor metabolic health. And in this episode, I’m joined by nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert Cynthia Thurlow to get clear on what’s causing this epidemic and what we can do to turn it around.    You’ll learn why women are more likely to struggle, the two most pressing changes to make, when fasting might not be right for you, and how you can be proactive about reducing your risk of long-term disease.    Even if you’re metabolically well, someone in your life likely isn’t—and this episode could be the beginning of a journey to better health.    FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/everydaywellness   Get my FREE Ultimate Health Roadmap: http://jjvirgin.com/ultimatehealth   Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com   Read my book, The Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book   Learn more about Cynthia Thurlow: http://cynthiathurlow.com   Read Intermittent Fasting Transformation: https://amzn.to/46et3oC   Listen to Everyday Wellness: https://cynthiathurlow.com/podcast/   Study: Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders: Prevalence of Optimal Metabolic Health in American Adults: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009–2016: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/met.2018.0105   Monitor your metabolic health with YourLabWork: https://yourlabwork.com/jj-virgin/   Own Your Labs: https://ownyourlabs.com/ YourLabwork: jjvirgin.com/yourlabwork    Read The Ultimate Weight Solution by Dr. Phil McGraw: https://amzn.to/3QOmHa2   Study: Cell Metabolism: A Smartphone App Reveals Erratic Diurnal Eating Patterns in Humans that Can Be Modulated for Health Benefits: https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/pdf/S1550-4131(15)00462-3.pdf   Reignite Wellness™ All-In-One Shakes: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/shakes   Dr. Joe Dispenza meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a   Designs for Health Inositol Capsules: https://amzn.to/46m9U4a   Reignite Wellness™ Clean Creatine Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/clean-creatine-powder   Designs for Health CatecholaCalm adaptogenic herbs: https://amzn.to/40KhunZ   Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/   Whoop: https://www.whoop.com/us/en/   More episodes with Cynthia Thurlow: https://jjvirgin.com/?s=Cynthia+Thurlow   Check out Cynthia Thurlow’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/cynthiathurlow   Follow Cynthia Thurlow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_   Follow Cynthia Thurlow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_cynthiathurlow?lang=en   Join the Intermittent Fasting Lifestyle/Cynthia Thurlow Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1004505663061383/ Get Cynthia’s FREE Intermittent Fasting Guide: https://cynthiathurlow.activehosted.com/f/27   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you planning to start a diet? Don’t—at least, not until you listen to this episode.  I’m sharing the four things you absolutely must do before starting a diet in order to succeed. You’re going to learn the real numbers you need to know to track improvement, the major thing you may be getting wrong about weight loss, and how to prevent dieting from wrecking your metabolic health.  Plus, you’ll learn about a critical strategy that will prepare your body for an overlooked effect of fat loss. If a diet is in your future, you don’t want to miss this episode! FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/before Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com Take the 7-Day Eat Protein First Challenge: http://jjvirgin.com/7day Read my book, The Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Learn how foods cause leaky gut in The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Bioimpedance scale: https://oxiline.shop/?ref=mza2ntv DEXA scan: https://dexascan.com/ MyoTape Body measuring tape: https://amzn.to/40B44KX Inbody scale: https://amzn.to/3MFN1BV Tanita bioimpedance scale: https://amzn.to/3SEqIQz Watch my video: Best Strength Training Routine for Women Over 40 (+Free Workout Plan!): https://youtu.be/jFVN1g7_6yY?si=RD6eq-iTUqAi0GTY Reignite WellnessTM All-In-One Shakes: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/shakes Reignite WellnessTM Amino Power Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/amino-power-powder Learn about Sunlighten Infrared Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/JJVirgin  use promo code JJVIRGIN when requesting pricing information for $600 off Watch my next video: How to Do a Healthy Detox— 9 Top Tips!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4hia9pyxZ0   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you struggle with intimacy problems like disinterest, pain, or lack of pleasure?  You’re not alone. In fact, 43% of women have a sexual health concern. And in this episode, I’m bringing you hope.  Join me and Dr. Lyndsey Harper, an OB-GYN and sexual medicine specialist, for an eye-opening discussion about sexual wellness over 40—the misconceptions, common experiences, and what doctors could do better. Then, we’ll share concrete ways you can begin to erase shame, reawaken your desire, and feel fully empowered in your body and pleasure.  If you’re a woman over 40, I’m not kidding when I say this episode could change your life.  FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/rosy Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com Read my book, The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Learn more about Dr. Lyndsey Harper: https://meetrosy.com/ Use code JJV for a free month of Silver Membership to the Rosy app. Get Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Julva cream: https://drannacabeca.com/?rfsn=5508182.bf7f74 Get Jana Danielson’s Cooch Ball: https://si421.isrefer.com/go/CB+FPM/jjvirgin/ Use code JJV for a FREE month of Silver Membership to the Rosy app: https://meetrosy.com/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want arms that can handle heavy lifting and look amazing in a sleeveless dress, it’s time to ditch the long routines with too many exercises.  The truth is, you need just three moves to get strong, sexy arms. (But only do them if you want to improve your back, core, and glutes, too.) In this episode, I’m telling you exactly what to do and how to do it right, as well as offering variations and modifications for injuries.  On top of that, you’ll learn how to feed your muscle growth, how to recover better, and the surprising way you’re actually building muscle. Go ahead and listen to it now, then watch the video on my YouTube channel to see the moves in action. Feel free to watch and remind yourself of the proper form during your workout, too.  If you want the strongest, sexiest arms of your life, start with this episode! Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/3arms Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com Download my free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/power Read my book, The Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Get dumbbells for your home workouts: https://amzn.to/3tSGVra Get a weight bench: https://amzn.to/3Sj0MKo Reignite WellnessTM All-In-One Shakes: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/shakes Get my Protein Cheat Sheet: http://jjvirgin.com/proteincheatsheet Reignite WellnessTM Clean Creatine Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/clean-creatine-powder Reignite WellnessTM Omega Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/omega-plus Reignite WellnessTM ElectroReplenish: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/electroreplenish Reignite WellnessTM Sleep Candy: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/sleep-candy Video: How to Sleep Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_nIAsVGb30 Video: The Hidden Reason You Wake Up Tired Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZznER6HW6uk&t=38s Joovv red light therapy: https://joovv.com/products/joovv-go-2-0 Kooru Cold Plunge: Go to https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP500 for $500 off Video: Six Simple Strategies for Fast, Lasting Fat Loss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjGT2r23MSw&t=2s   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices