Well Beyond 40

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Which foods are natural fat burners, and how exactly does that work in our bodies? Dr. William Li is back with the book that I have been waiting for. We’ll discuss which foods you should choose for health and fat loss, how you may damage your metabolism, and how he came up with the Mediterrasian diet. William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the New York Times bestseller, Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself. His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacts care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity. In this interview, Dr. Li dives into what emerging research teaches us about human metabolism, and how the quality of your food makes all the difference in terms of what that fuel is able to do for you. He walks us through the grocery store to help us choose the foods that stoke our metabolic fire. Ingredients that are good for our metabolism have been core ingredients in the recipes from the Mediterranean and Asia—two of the oldest, most delicious, and healthiest cuisine food traditions in the world. Stay tuned at the end to learn about the bonus meal plan that Dr. Li is sharing with listeners of this podcast! Get Dr. Li’s FREE Eat to Beat Disease Mediterranean Meal Plan https://mailchi.mp/drwilliamli/mediterranean Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/beatdiet Learn more about Dr. William Li: https://drwilliamli.com/ Listen to my previous podcast with Dr. Li: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/eat-to-beat-disease-dr-william-li-309/ Get a copy of Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism and Live Longer, by William W. Li, MD: https://amzn.to/42uxxGy Get a copy of Dr. Li’s previous book, Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself: https://amzn.to/3VRNeoZ Try my Metabolism Rescue Program to repair metabolic damage: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/metabolism-rescue-program-1?utm_source=internal&utm_medium=promo&utm_campaign=metabolism-rescue Read the groundbreaking new study on human metabolism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34385400/ The Lumen breathalyzer helps you understand your metabolism: https://www.lumen.me/shop?fid=8763&utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=influencer&discount=JJV Cold plunge activates brown fat and boosts metabolism. Go to https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP1000 for $1,000 off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Did you know that the gut and brain are connected? Maybe you’ve heard of the gut-brain axis, and that your diet impacts mental health, but did you know that significant amounts of serotonin and dopamine are made in the gut? To truly heal, it takes both a dietary and mental-health approach. Dr. Will Cole is an expert in functional medicine with a focus on thyroid disease, autoimmune conditions, hormone imbalances, and digestive disorders. He is the author of several bestselling books, including The Inflammation Spectrum and Intuitive Fasting, and was one of the first doctors to embrace telehealth as a means of reaching more patients. In this episode, we talk about Dr. Cole’s newest book, Gut Feelings, and the relationship between mental and physical health. We tend to separate the two, but they are actually intimately connected. “Shameflammation,” as Dr. Cole calls it, is the intersection between mental/emotional issues like stress and shame and how that impacts your physical body. He also explores what stress can do to your gut and how practices like meditation and breathwork can help regulate the nervous system. You’ll learn how diet, chronic infections, and nutrient deficiencies impact why you feel the way that you do, specifically when it comes to brain fog, fatigue, and other mental-health concerns. And conversely, how stress, shame, trauma and other mental health issues impact your physical body. Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/gutfeelings Pre-order Dr. Cole’s new book: Gut Feelings, and you will get FREE VIP access to exclusive swag delivered straight to your inbox! http://drwillcole.com/gut-feelings Listen to my previous podcast on the Ketotarian diet with Dr. Cole: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/ketotarian-diet-dr-will-cole-265/ And our conversation about Intuitive Fasting: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/bonus-episode-intuitive-fasting-with-dr-will-cole-ep-208/ Learn more about Dr. Will Cole and his telehealth center: https://drwillcole.com/ Read Ketotarian: The (Mostly) Plant-Based Plan to Burn Fat, Boost Your Energy, Crush Your Cravings, and Calm Inflammation: https://amzn.to/3MDhZLr Read Intuitive Fasting: The Flexible Four-Week Intermittent Fasting Plan to Recharge Your Metabolism and Renew Your Health: https://amzn.to/3O8xaNJ Use Your Lab Work to check inflammatory markers (no doctor’s prescription needed): https://yourlabwork.com/jj-virgin/ Try a guided meditation with Dr. Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Energy can feel harder and harder to come by as we age. But what is the underlying cause of low energy? For a long time, this topic has been poorly understood, but my guest on this episode has devoted the past decade to finding the answers and is sharing them with us today. Ari Whitten is an energy and longevity coach, host of the Energy Blueprints Podcasts, and bestselling author of The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy and Eat for Energy. He’s also a natural health expert with a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. In the episode, Ari talks about the various mechanisms that act on our energy and the important role our mitochondria play as cell defenders within our bodies. He discusses the benefits of circadian-rhythm optimization, as well as the importance of light exposure, the best foods for energy, and physical activity in order to get the most out of your day. You’ll learn how to reduce stress levels, optimize your sleep cycle, and increase mental clarity. Plus, listen for actionable tips on how to optimize your energy levels and boost your productivity, including strategies to balance hormones and keep your energy levels up throughout the day. Ready to feel energized? Tune in now! Watch Ari’s FREE Breathing For Energy Webinar https://theenergyblueprint.com/breathing-for-energy-replay/ Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/arienergy Learn more about Ari Whitten: https://theenergyblueprint.com/ Listen to my previous podcast with Ari: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/eat-for-energy-with-ari-whitten-ep-535/ Follow Ari on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theenergyblueprint Read Eat for Energy: https://amzn.to/3MkAXoA Read the study on the cell danger response: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23981537/#:~:text=The%20cell%20danger%20response%20 Use a body composition scale to help determine body fat percentage: https://amzn.to/3mTpTWW Check your health stats with Your Lab Work (no doctor’s prescription needed): https://yourlabwork.com/jj-virgin/ Read the study on mitochondrial capacity and aging: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2801852/ Read the study on cardio training and mitochondrial health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6607712/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn the importance of changing exercise routines as you age to build muscle and burn fat more efficiently. Discover how to measure body composition and the three key steps for putting on muscle. Emphasizes the importance of compound exercises for burning calories and building muscle. Explore the significance of protein in muscle building and the benefits of supplementation. Discuss important factors for building muscle and burning fat after 40 including sleep and recovery.

Frailty doesn’t have to be your reality as you age. With the right approach, it's possible to maintain a vibrant and active lifestyle, even in your 60s, 70s and beyond. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Anurag Singh, the Chief Medical Officer at Timeline Nutrition, who also runs a Switzerland-based research company working to discover and develop novel nutritional compounds that target improvements in mitochondrial health.  We delve into the three essential elements that contribute to your overall well-being as you age: diet, exercise, and supplementation. According to Dr. Singh, one of the most important factors is maintaining the health of your mitochondria. With age, these powerhouses of your cells can decline, leaving you feeling tired and unable to do the things you enjoy. You’ll discover how to know if your mitochondrial health is declining and steps you can take to keep them functioning at their best. Muscle health is critical, and maintaining it requires a sufficient intake of protein. After focusing on diet and an active lifestyle, specific supplements can further promote your health and support your energy levels, which we explore in this enlightening discussion. We also discuss the exciting area of mitophagy, the process by which faulty mitochondria are eliminated and replaced with healthy ones. Dr. Singh shares information about a test he developed and the latest research on urolithin A, a food-based compound that plays a role in mitophagy and cellular health in ground-breaking ways. Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/timeline Get 10% off all Timeline products by using code JJ10 Get a free Mitopure Sample Pack from Dr. Anurag Singh (limited to the first 1000 listeners) Learn more about Dr. Anurag Singh: https://medicine.buffalo.edu/faculty/profile.html?ubit=as277 Read the research about mitophagy, declining mental health, and dementia:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7820371/ Get 10% off all Timeline products by using code JJ10:  https://www.timelinenutrition.com/partners/jj-virgin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In just 3 weeks, Kim Kardashian lost 16 pounds to fit into a dress for the Met Gala. I’ve helped actors get ready for roles, including Brandon Ralph when he debuted as Superman, and I see this situation as similar to getting ready for a film. In this episode, I critique Kim’s weight loss plan, revealing the good and the bad—and what you actually want to do for fast and lasting fat loss. You’ll learn all about the diet and exercise plan Kim went on. To be honest, some of the things she did, I’d do myself and recommend to others! But other parts of her plan have some serious health risks, and will cause you to actually hold on to weight, not lose it! Ultimately, Kim Kardashian’s diet may work for a one-night role, but it’s not a healthy or sustainable solution for long-term weight loss. If you want to lose weight fast, I reveal what you need to do to make it healthy and sustainable. If you’re going to go for fast weight loss, you’ve got to do it right, or it’ll backfire and you’ll have another yo-yo diet on your hands. Be sure you listen to the whole conversation to get my nutrition and exercise tips, plus two strategies I recommend for boosting your metabolism and losing body fat. Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/kardashian Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos Read my book The Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Listen to the podcast episode with Rick Johnson on Ask the Expert: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/the-hidden-biological-switch-that-can-be-the-source-of-weight-fat-gain-with-dr-richard-johnson-ep-525/ Sauna therapy boosts body temperature and helps increase metabolism. I use the Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/j748h5w7er2a. Cold therapy can increase “brown fat” (the good kind). Go to https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP1000 for $1,000 off a Kooru Cold Plunge. Watch my video for 6 simple strategies for Fast, Lasting Fat Loss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjGT2r23MSw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you struggle with gas and bloating and other common functional stomach problems? In this episode, I discuss five steps to resolving your gut issues for good. The good news is, you can turn this around quickly. You’ll ditch the stretch pants and get into your skinny jeans before you know it! The most important thing you need to do is remove Hi-FI food from your diet, which can contribute to leaky gut. This can launch an immune attack and wreak havoc on your body, which can exacerbate gas and bloating, constipation, pain, fatigue, and more. In addition to swapping out the foods that are harming you, you want to add gut-healing foods. I talk about eight foods and why science says they benefit your GI system. Lowering your sugar impact is also crucially important. What can you have instead? I provide some of my favorite low-sugar-impact options, so you can still enjoy some sweetness in your life. Stress has a massive impact on your gut, so another thing you want to do is improve your stress tolerance. I include some of my favorite ways to help regulate your nervous system. Because just like we take our muscles to the gym, we need to tone up our nervous system, too. Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/banishingbloat Read my book The Virgin Diet to learn more about food intolerance: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback Do my 21-Day Breakthrough Food Intolerance Cleanse:  https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/online-programs/products/21-day-breakthrough-food-intolerance-cleanse Study: Flaxseed improves gut health: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190205090541.htm I love the wild-caught salmon from Vital Choice:  https://www.pntra.com/t/SENLRkxKRkdDR0dGT09MQ0dKTkhLTQ Study: omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for the gut: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5751248/ Study: apples improve the balance of gut bacteria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26938554/ Study: extra virgin olive oil improves gut permeability: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9145083/ Study: Avocados help balance gut bacteria: https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/151/4/753/5893497 Study: bone broth is anti-inflammatory and can help the gut: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8618064/ I get bone broth daily from my Paleo-Inspired Protein Powders: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/shakes I also use my Collagen Peptides Powder for gut health: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/all-systems-glow-collagen I recommend taking my Reignite Wellness™ Flora Harmony for probiotics:  https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/flora-harmony My book Sugar Impact Diet can help you lower your sugar impact:  https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book Study: Sugar can increase harmful bacteria: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7284805/ One sugar alternative I love is called Lakanto Monk Fruit: https://lakanto.sjv.io/c/2208035/1270804/15633 Get more gut-healthy fiber with my Reignite Wellness™ Extra Fiber: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/extra-fiber For reducing stress, I recommend Dr. Joe Dispenza’s meditations: https://drjoedispenza.com/collections/healing-collection-for-healthcare-professionals?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a For more stress support, try my Take Ten Stress Support with GABA and other nutrients: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/take-ten-stress-support Watch my video about why a leaky gut may be why you struggle to lose weight:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhJFDwd3uDM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices