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
May 11, 2021 • 10min
Which Vitamin Would You Say Women Over 40 Are Lacking Most?
"Which vitamin would you say women over 40 are lacking most?" asks Jackie from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. This is a great question, and the answer depends on multiple factors. In her answer, JJ helps outline the essential vitamins and the ones which are most likely to be deficient in your diet. If you're curious about which supplements are right for you, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 10, 2021 • 11min
Can You Get Enough Fish Oil From Eating Fish or Do You Need a Supplement?
"Can you get enough fish oil from eating fish or do you need a supplement?" asks Morgan from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Fish oil has a vast range of benefits which JJ describes in her answer. Tune in to hear how fish oil can fit into your diet, and how to know if you're getting enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2021 • 34min
[Bonus Episode] Talking Hormones With Dr. Anna Cabeca
What’s the low-down on hormones? What are they? They influence our health, but how? And how do they change as we age? We’ve got Dr. Anna Cabeca, known as The Girlfriend Doctor, here to talk all things hormones with JJ. Dr. Anna is a triple-board certified, Emory University trained OB/GYN and author of two best-selling books: The Hormone Fix and Keto-Green 16. She is on a never-ending quest to find solutions that help women reclaim their vibrancy, sexuality, health, and happiness. Listen as Dr. Anna explains which three hormones are critical to overall health and well-being. Plus, you’ll learn the habit she’s identified that may cause insulin resistance - which could lead to inflammation, diabetes, and disease susceptibility. You won’t want to miss this! Get Anna’s Girlfriend Gifts, Free! Go to jjvirgin.com/julva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2021 • 10min
What Do I Do About Having No Sex Drive?
"What do I do about having no sex drive?" asked Jessica from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. This is a question Dr. Kryin hears ALL the time. Tune in to hear her definitive answer where she breaks down WHY this is happening and WHAT you can do about it. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 6, 2021 • 11min
I'm 40, Why Does My Body Feel So Broken?
"I'm 40, why does my body feel so broken?" asks Leigh during a consultation. Here to answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. In her answer, Dr. Kyrin explains the biology of what is happening as we age into our 40s. Listen to the full answer where she breaks down the hormonal details of why this is happening, and the action you can take to get your body back to where you want it. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2021 • 10min
My OB Told Me That Bioidentical Hormones Don't Work. Is That True?
"My OB told me that bioidentical hormones don't work. Is that true?" asks Brenda from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. According to Dr. Kyrin, this is a common and dangerous misconception. Tune in to hear the full answer where she breaks down the importance and utility of bioidentical hormones. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4, 2021 • 11min
Can I Have a Healthy Menopause Without Hormone Replacements?
"Can I have a healthy menopause without hormone replacements?" asks Michelle from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. Great question! In Dr. Kryin's answer, she tells us the story of her clinical experience with hormone replacements. Tune in to hear her deconstruct some of the myths behind hormone replacements, and get to the truth of the issue. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2021 • 10min
I Am So Confused About What to Do for My Health in Menopause. Why Is It So Hard to Know the Right Thing to Do?
"I am so confused about what to do for my health in menopause. Why is it so hard to know the right thing to do?" asks Tabatha from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. According to Dr. Kyrin, this confusion is very common. In her answer, she shares with us her expertise and personal experience with menopause and lays out some clear advice on how to take control of your health in this transition. For more from Dr. Kryin Dunston, check out her FREE Diet Deceptive Dozen report at bit.ly/DietDozen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2021 • 31min
[Bonus Episode] Weight Loss Starts In Your Brain with Veronique Cardon
Veronique Cardon's health and weight struggles started when she moved to the United States and began working in a high-stress job as a corporate executive. Realizing she needed to make a change, Veronique embarked on a journey to become a holistic nutritionist and heal herself. Along the way, she discovered that the key to weight loss success starts with changing the way you think. That's how the CogniDiet was born! Listen as Veronique shares how the CogniDiet can help you rewire your brain and create new behaviors so you can lose weight naturally, plus the top strategies that Veronique uses to increase self-awareness and kick cravings to the curb. Veronique’s program combines the power of cognitive-behavioral therapy with healthy eating to help you achieve impressive results! Get Veronique Cardon’s free training series by going to JJVirgin.com/cognidiet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2021 • 10min
I Need Encouragement and Motivation With My Overall Health Plan. Can You Help?
"I need encouragement and motivation with my overall health plan. Can you help?" asks Christy from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Staying consistent on your plan is the most important factor for success. In her answer, JJ gives us several concrete and actionable techniques to stay motivated and consistent with our health plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
