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
Jun 3, 2021 • 10min
I Want to Build Muscle, but I’m 54. Is It Too Late for Me? Be Honest.
"I want to build muscle, but I'm 54. Is it too late for me? Be honest." asks Clarisse from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. According to Dr. Estima, it is NEVER too late to start building muscle! In her answer, she gives tips and advice on how to effectively build muscle as we age. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycling-plan and learn how to begin eating in accordance with your menstrual cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2, 2021 • 11min
How Does the Way I Fast Change in Perimenopause?
"How does the way I fast change in perimenopause?" asks Maxine from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In her answer, Dr. Stephanie breaks down the many different styles of fasting and how they apply to perimenopause. If you're new to fasting and want to apply it effectively to your life, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycling-plan and learn how to begin eating in accordance with your menstrual cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 1, 2021 • 10min
How Do I Match My Eating Patterns to My Menstrual Cycle?
"How do I match my eating patterns to my menstrual cycle?" asks Marie from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In this episode, Dr. Estima gives us a clear action plan on how to implement an optimal eating cycle to match the menstrual cycle. Tune in to hear her detailed week-by-week plan to eat in accordance with your cycle. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycling-plan and learn how to begin eating in accordance with your menstrual cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2021 • 12min
How Should I Be Changing How I Eat Now That I Am in Menopause?
"How should I be changing how I eat now that I am in menopause?" asks Lisa Marie from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic care and expert in metabolism and body composition. In her answer, Dr. Estima describes an ideal diet for menopausal women and gives a clear explanation for the physiology behind it. For more from Dr. Stephanie Estima, check out her FREE 4-Week Keto Cycling Plan at thehealthloft.lpages.co/4-week-keto-cycling-plan and learn how to begin eating in accordance with your menstrual cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29, 2021 • 29min
[Bonus Episode] How to Cook for Optimal Thyroid Function & Unlimited Health with Dr. Izabella Wentz
Dr. Izabella Wentz is a pharmacist, bestselling author, and expert in autoimmune thyroid disease. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis herself, Dr. Wentz embarked on a personal discovery process to figure out how to take back her health and feel better again. Listen as Dr. Wentz explains what exactly Hashimoto's disease is and the most common symptoms, as well as the reason that many cases of Hashimoto's often go undiagnosed. Dr. Wentz also shares her recommendations on thyroid lab testing and the top superfoods you should be adding to your menu for optimal thyroid function. Plus, find out more about the nutrition protocols and yummy, healing recipes in Dr. Wentz’s book, Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology! Get a free sample of Dr. Izabella Wentz’s healing recipes by going to JJVirgin.com/thyroidpharmacist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2021 • 11min
I Am 51 and I'm in Full Menopause. I've Gained About 10 lbs and Can’t Seem to Lose It. Do You Have Any Advice?
"I am 51 and I'm in full menopause. I've gained about 10 lbs and can't seem to lose it. Do you have any advice?" asks candysmithharris from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ gives actionable advice on how to balance hormones and lose weight while in menopause. She provides countless suggestions and valuable resources on how to navigate weight loss in menopause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 2021 • 11min
My Cholesterol Is High and I'm Trying to Avoid Statins. Is There a Diet to Help With This?
"My cholesterol is high and I'm trying to avoid statins. Is there a diet to help with this?" asks Katie from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Cholesterol can be a confusing topic and is often misunderstood. In her answer, JJ demystifies cholesterol and gives us all actionable advice and suggestions on how to work with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26, 2021 • 13min
Have You Any Podcasts on Fixing Your Adrenal Glands?
"Have you any podcasts on fixing your adrenal glands?" asks jillyslifediary from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. There are a number of remedies for keeping your adrenal glands healthy. In this episode, JJ breaks down a number of these remedies and how you can easily implement them into your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25, 2021 • 9min
Could You Please Share the Supplements That One Should Take to Assist With Better Sleep?
"Could you please share the supplements that one should take to assist with better sleep?" asks Norwin18.09 from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Sleep is among the most important factors in overall health. In her answer, JJ provides us tools we can all use to optimize our sleep. If you're interested in getting better sleep, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2021 • 11min
Can You Suggest Something to Suppress My Appetite?
"Can you suggest something to suppress my appetite?" asks Sobia from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. There are a number of possibilities for why you might feel overly hungry. In her answer, JJ breaks down each one and lays out an action plan to get your appetite to a balanced place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
