Well Beyond 40
Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the world’s leading experts on weight loss, metabolism, menopause, life transitions and much more. We dive deep into topics like cultivating mindfulness, building strong relationships and setting boundaries, and choosing health…in a nutshell, how we can AGE POWERFULLY into this second half of our lives. At Well Beyond 40, we empower women in their 40s, 50s, 60, 70s (and beyond!) to defy stereotypes and say, “It's my time now. It's my turn now. It’s my opportunity to step into my best life!” For four decades, JJ Virgin has helped people lose weight and stop weight regain by eliminating hidden food intolerances and lowering their sugar impact. As a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ helps you stay fired up and focused on being your healthiest rockstar self. In addition to hosting Well Beyond 40, JJ is a prominent TV and media personality. She was co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil. Over the years, JJ has made numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of 4 New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, The Sugar Impact Diet, and The Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ is also the author of Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience. She regularly writes for major blogs and other publications including mindbodygreen and Medium. Visit jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you rev up your metabolism, reignite your wellness, and step powerfully into the second half of your life. Love the Podcast? Here’s what to do: Make My Day & Share Your Thoughts! - Subscribe to the podcast & leave me a review - Text a screenshot to 813-565-2627 - Expect a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Join 55,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive.
Latest episodes
Aug 24, 2021 • 7min
Would Fasting Over 12 Hours Shrink Your Ovaries?
"Would fasting over 12 hours shrink your ovaries?" asks Barbie from Instagram. Here with our answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. According to Cynthia, fasting is mostly safe, but certain considerations should be taken for women who are cycling. Tune in to her full answer where she breaks down how fasting can be best used to work with your menstrual cycle. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 23, 2021 • 7min
What Is Your Opinion on Intermittent Fasting For Women?
"What is your opinion on intermittent fasting for women?" asks sj_explores_health from Instagram. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. Intermittent fasting will have a wide range of effects depending on the individual. In this episode, Cynthia breaks down the situations where women may want to make use of (or avoid) intermittent fasting. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, check out her FREE Intermittent Fasting FAQ at cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2021 • 47min
[Bonus Episode] Eat to Beat Disease with Dr. William Li
Dr. William Li is a world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker, and author. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about the incredible healing power of food! Listen as Dr. Li explains the science behind how to eat to starve cancer, including the concept of anti-angiogenesis, which was discussed in his widely-viewed TED Talk. Dr. Li also shares his thoughts on meal timing and why your body is hardwired for health, as well as the powerful foods that can support your body's key defense systems. Find out about the incredible health-boosting foods to add to your diet in order to help prevent disease and live a long, vibrant life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2021 • 15min
Any Suggestions on a Calorie Burning Exercise?
"Any suggestions on a calorie burning exercise?" asks David from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In this episode, JJ explains the fundamentals of an effective exercise routine that leads to burning calories. If you're curious about how to optimize your health with exercise, this is the episode for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 19, 2021 • 12min
How Do You Know if You Need Hormone Replacement Therapy?
"How do you know if you need hormone replacement therapy?" asks Susan from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Hormone replacement therapy can be a big decision, so it's important to know if it's the right decision for you. Tune into JJ's answer where she shares a blueprint to help you decide if hormone replacement is right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 18, 2021 • 10min
How Do I Rid Bloating and Make My Stomach Flat?
"How do I rid bloating and make my stomach flat?" asks Chris K from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, bloat is usually connected to the foods you are eating. In this episode, she breaks down the top foods which cause bloating, and how we can remedy this in our diets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2021 • 13min
I Have Adrenal Fatigue and I Don’t Know What to Do About It. Other Than a Supplement I Was Provided, What Else Can I Do?
"I have adrenal fatigue and I don't know what to do about it. Other than a supplement I was provided, what else can I do?" asks nyc_qtpie from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Adrenal fatigue can be a confusing condition to treat. In this episode, JJ shares with us the various causes, as well as some actionable tools we can use to work with this condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 16, 2021 • 9min
As a Rule, Do You Recommend That Women Take Estrogen Replacements After Menopause?
"As a rule, do you recommend that women take estrogen replacements after menopause?" asks TBL Ruth from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, there are many factors to consider after menopause. Tune into the full answer where she breaks these strategies down, and gives us the tools and tests we need to optimize our health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2021 • 44min
[Bonus Episode] The Buzz on Natural Wine with Todd White
Our guest today is Todd White, bio-hacker and founder of Dry Farm Wines. Todd joins JJ to talk about the wine industry and the little-known secrets that may be causing unwanted side effects when you indulge in a glass or two. The truth is, most wine is made with more sugar and alcohol than is necessary - and that’s what causes unwanted side effects like headaches, nausea, or a full-blown hangover. Built on a foundation of honesty and peace, Dry Farm Wines sources pure Natural Wines and lab tests them to ensure each bottle is sugar-free (0-0.15g per glass), lower in sulfites, and lower in alcohol (under 12.5% alc/vol). And, the wines are friendly to low carb, Paleo, ketogenic, and low sugar diets. Tune in to hear Todd share the value his wines provide - with JJ as a loyal customer for life, you won’t want to miss this! Get Todd’s free Ebook: Natural Wine Facts at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nxo63xQxXAi41u5_c2_BW_ELugXV4Na0/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 13, 2021 • 12min
Is Collagen an Important Supplement to Take to Address Aging?
"Is collagen an important supplement to take to address aging?" asks Jessica from Instagram. Here with our answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. Collagen is a key protein needed to address aging. In this episode, Rachel explains the key factors to look at when considering a collagen supplement. If you've ever been confused by the multitude of collagen supplements out there, this episode is for you. Use the promo code JJVIRGIN for 15% off of a One on One Consultation with Rachel at RachelVarga.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
