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
Apr 6, 2021 • 9min
What Things Help With Lupus and Ulcerative Colitis?
"What things help with lupus and ulcerative colitis?" asks Betty Welborn Dean from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. In her answer, Dr. Cohen presents a wide array of actionable solutions. These are things we all should take into consideration for our health. If you are interested in improving your overall health, tune in to this information-packed episode. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 5, 2021 • 7min
Do Toxins Get Stored in Fat?
"Do toxins get stored in fat?" asks mtmcoach from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. According to Dr. Cohen, this is very true. Tune in to her answer where she unveils the various ways that toxins can embed themselves in fat. If you want to raise your awareness of toxicity and learn how to reduce it in your life, this episode is a must-listen. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 3, 2021 • 30min
[Bonus Episode] How to Become a Fat-Melting Machine with Leanne Ely
Leanne Ely is the bestselling author of more than ten published books, and she joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about The Hot Melt Diet: her newest eating plan that will help you melt unwanted pounds away. Listen as Leanne explains why it's key to include healthy fats in your diet and how to train your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar, plus how The Hot Melt Diet can help you reap the rewards of a ketogenic diet while still being customized to your individual needs. To top it all off, as the creator of the amazing meal-planning website called Saving Dinner, Leanne shares her scrumptious, fat-burning recipes. Bon appetit! Get Leanne Ely’s free, fat-burning recipes by going to JJVirgin.com/hotmelt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 2, 2021 • 10min
I Need Help Lowering My Blood Pressure. Any Tips?
"I need help lowering my blood pressure. Any tips?" asks donnabcruzie from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in holistic nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, the key lies in the fundamentals: nutrition and exercise. Tune in to hear the full answer where she lays out the multitude of solutions to help lower blood pressure and decrease stress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 1, 2021 • 8min
I'm on Day 8 of the Virgin Diet and So. Much. Gas! What Am I Doing Wrong?
"I'm on day 8 of The Virgin Diet and So. Much. Gas! What am I doing wrong?" asks Jen from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, certified exercise physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ breaks down some of the prominent reasons for excess gas. Tune in to hear the full answer where she provides actionable advice on the key dietary modifications to try if you are experiencing this problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 31, 2021 • 8min
Is There a JJ Virgin Keto Diet Plan?
"Is there a JJ Virgin keto diet plan?" asks Pamneum from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ outlines the difference between sugar burners and fat burners, and why this is essential when considering a keto diet. Tune in to hear the full answer where she shares the full recommended progression into a healthy keto diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 30, 2021 • 10min
My CRP Was Very High. What Do You Recommend to Lower Inflammation?
"My CRP was very high. What do you recommend to lower inflammation?" asks Vivian Cid from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, certified exercise physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, there are three fundamental factors we have to look at in addressing inflammation. Tune in to hear her full answer where she addresses each factor and provides an action plan on how to manage and help inflammation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2021 • 9min
Does It Matter Which Week I Test the Four Foods on The Virgin Diet?
"Does it matter which week I test the four foods on The Virgin Diet?" asks Cari Holley Weaver from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ breaks down the fundamentals of The Virgin Diet, as well as the purpose of re-testing the four foods. If you are currently on or thinking about trying The Virgin Diet, this episode is an essential listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2021 • 38min
[Bonus Episode] Your Brain is Always Listening with Dr. Daniel Amen
Have you ever wondered what your brain chooses to pay attention to and why? In today’s episode, JJ interviews Double Board Certified Psychiatrist, Founder of Amen Clinics, and 12x New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Daniel Amen, about the inner psychological dragons we all have. And that unless you recognize and deal with these dragons, they can steal your happiness, spoil your relationships, and sabotage your health. In Dr. Amen’s new book, Your Brain Is Always Listening; he equips you with powerful weapons to battle the inner dragons that are breathing fire on your brain, driving unhealthy behaviors, and robbing you of joy and contentment. And in today’s episode, he breaks down the origin story of the dragons, what triggers them, and how to tame them. Plus, you’ll learn which dragon is driving the epidemic of teen suicide and what to do about it, especially in the wake of the recent pandemic. Dr. Amen gives us not just hope but specific strategies to turn things around so you can stop feeling sad, mad, nervous, or out of control and start being happier, calmer, and more in control of your own destiny. Preorder Dr. Amen's book, Your Brain Is Always Listening, and get 4 free gifts at yourbrainisalwayslistening.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2021 • 10min
Is Allulose a Good Sugar Alternative?
"Is allulose a good sugar alternative?" asks Francois from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. David Brady, licensed naturopathic medical physician and board-certified in functional medicine. Dr. Brady is an expert on the healthiest sugar alternatives, and he shares his expertise with us in this episode. Tune in to hear his breakdown of the various options, and how allulose stacks up. Love chocolate and want to optimize your health? Check out FX Chocolate, a great way to get crucial supplements in a tasty form, at jjvirgin.com/fx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
