Well Beyond 40

JJ Virgin
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May 1, 2021 • 30min

[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
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Apr 30, 2021 • 9min

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
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Apr 29, 2021 • 9min

What Do You Think About Having a Small Bowl of Oatmeal at Night Instead of a Main Meal at Dinner Time and Then Eating More at Lunchtime? Healthy?

"What do you think about having a small bowl of oatmeal at night instead of a main meal at dinner time and then eating more at lunchtime? Healthy?" asks Christy from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in holistic nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ explains that it's not just "what" you eat, but also "how" and "when" you eat. Tune in to the full episode where she breaks down the fundamentals on how to time your meals to optimize your digestion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 28, 2021 • 8min

I've Been Hearing About Carb Cycling. Would You Care to Share the Pros and Cons?

"I've been hearing about carb cycling. Would you care to share the pros and cons?" asks swisshahn from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, carb cycling is an important practice to consider when working with your diet. Tune in to hear the full episode where she explains the purpose of carb cycling and varying your diet, and how this can help you manage your weight and stay healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 27, 2021 • 9min

How Would Your Body Know if You Need Magnesium? How Much Is a Healthy Dose to Consume Each Day?

"How would your body know if you need magnesium? How much is a healthy dose to consume each day?" asks swisshahn from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Magnesium is one of the most discussed mineral supplements around. And there is a reason why. In this episode, JJ lays out all of the great benefits magnesium brings. If you are curious about magnesium and wondering if and how you should introduce it into your life, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 26, 2021 • 7min

What Is Your Top Advice for Adult Pimples?

"What is your top advice for adult pimples?" asks sezifit from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, there are a few key factors that must be considered when dealing with skin health. Tune in to the full episode where she addresses each one and provides actionable advice to get your skin back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 24, 2021 • 40min

[Bonus Episode] Science-Backed Strategies to Succeed With Intermittent Fasting With Cynthia Thurlow

Did you know that the average American consumes food or a beverage 16 times a day?! That’s right. 16 TIMES. Snacking culture, rushed schedules, and coffee drive-thru contributes to that. Cynthia Thurlow, a seasoned nurse practitioner and a globally recognized intermittent fasting expert for women, joins JJ to discuss an alternative to the ‘snack-pocalypse: Intermittent Fasting. Cynthia deep dives into the adjustments to nutrition and lifestyle that will set you up for success with intermittent fasting. She also explains intermittent fasting techniques that are unique to women depending on where you’re at with your cycle – hormones play a key role here. Plus, she shares a quick and effective method to reduce stress and improve your mood. If you’re interested in intermittent fasting but have been too afraid to start, this episode is for you! Get Cynthia’s Free Gift: Sleep Well Strategies at cynthiathurlow.com/sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 23, 2021 • 10min

What Happens When People Lower Iodine?

"What happens when people lower iodine?" asks Carly B from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. In his answer, Dr. Christianson describes how low iodine diets are utilized for multiple health purposes. If you are curious about the effects of low iodine in the body, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Christianson on thyroid health and iodine, check out his FREE series, Invisible Iodine, at invisibleiodine.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 22, 2021 • 9min

What About Iodine and Breast Health?

"What about iodine and breast health?" asks Alex from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. According to Dr. Christianson, this is an often confused point. Tune in to hear his full answer where he describes the origin of the connection between breast health and iodine, and how we can correctly understand the relationship between the two. For more from Dr. Christianson on thyroid health and iodine, check out his FREE series, Invisible Iodine, at invisibleiodine.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 21, 2021 • 10min

Are Some People Iodine Deficient?

"Are some people iodine deficient?" asks Simone from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. In his answer, Dr. Christianson explains the history of iodine deficiency and how it has evolved over the years. He identifies the groups and demographics of people who are most likely to be iodine-deficient, as well as those likely to be facing iodine excess. For more from Dr. Christianson on thyroid health and iodine, check out his FREE series, Invisible Iodine, at invisibleiodine.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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