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
Feb 18, 2021 • 9min
What Do the Turmeric Drops Do for You?
"What do the turmeric drops do for you?" asks Gail from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, who is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition. According to JJ, there are wide-ranging benefits of turmeric, but you have to make sure you are able to absorb them. Tune in for the whole answer on how beneficial turmeric supplements are and how to ensure you're receiving all the benefits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17, 2021 • 9min
Is Splenda Ok in Moderation?
"Is Splenda ok in moderation?" asks Claudia Young from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, certified nutrition specialist. The answer might surprise you. According to JJ, there are some properties of artificial sweeteners that might impact you more than you know. Tune in to hear her full recommendation on how to navigate these sugar alternatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 16, 2021 • 8min
Would Intermittent Fasting Benefit Me or Cause Me More Stress?
"Would intermittent fasting benefit me or cause me more stress?" asks Anne Elizabeth from Facebook. Great question! Here to answer is JJ Virgin, certified health and fitness expert. According to JJ, it depends on your existing levels of stress. Tune in to hear her detail various fasting options that can benefit you, depending on your current state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2021 • 9min
How Does Intermittent Fasting Fit in With The Sugar Impact Diet?
"How does intermittent fasting fit in with The Sugar Impact Diet?" asks Nick Parr from Facebook. Here with our answer is none other than JJ Virgin, certified health and fitness expert and author of the Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ breaks down the role of fasting and her Sugar Impact Diet. Tune in to hear the full answer on how fasting and diet can synergize to make a big impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 12, 2021 • 8min
Can You Give Me Some Reasons to Justify My Chocolate Habit?!
"Can you give me some reasons to justify my chocolate habit?!" asks Sarah from Twitter. Terrific question! Here to give us our answer is Max Lugavere, brain health expert and author of NYT best-seller Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life. Good news! Max actually classifies chocolate as one of his 10 Genius Foods. Tune in to hear the full description of the rich nutritional benefits that a specific kind of chocolate provides. For more brain-boosting information, check out Max Lugavere's FREE supplement guide at http://maxl.ug/supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 11, 2021 • 8min
How Does Vitamin D Help Prevent Depression?
"How does vitamin D help prevent depression?" asks Chris from Instagram. Here with our answer is Max Lugavere, brain health expert and author of NYT best-seller Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life. In the full answer, Max breaks down the multitude of ways vita D powers up our mental health. He presents concrete studies and provides actionable advice on how to maximally benefit from vita D. For more brain-boosting information, check out Max Lugavere's FREE supplement guide at http://maxl.ug/supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2021 • 7min
Can Diet Help With Depression?
"Can diet help with depression?" asks Sarah from Twitter. Great question! Here to answer is Max Lugavere, brain health expert and author of NYT best-seller Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life. According to Max, diet can be a potent support for depression reduction. Check out the episode to hear his specific food recommendations which have been shown to supercharge mental health. For more brain-boosting information, check out Max Lugavere's FREE supplement guide at http://maxl.ug/supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 9, 2021 • 7min
What Are the Benefits of Sunlight Beyond Vitamin D?
"What are the benefits of sunlight beyond vitamin D?" asks Sarah from Twitter. Here with our answer is Max Lugavere, brain health expert and author of NYT best-seller Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life. Check out the episode to hear Max deep dive into the diverse benefits that safe sun exposure can help with ranging from sleep to cognitive performance, and more. For more brain-boosting information, check out Max Lugavere's FREE supplement guide at http://maxl.ug/supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 8, 2021 • 8min
What Does Exercise Do for My Brain?
"What does exercise do for my brain?" asks Sarah from Twitter. Here to answer is Max Lugavere, brain health expert and author of NYT best-seller Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life. According to Max, exercise is medicine for the brain. Tune in to the episode to hear the full answer where Max breaks down all of the ways that exercise can superpower our brain function. For more brain-boosting information, check out Max Lugavere's FREE supplement guide at http://maxl.ug/supplements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 5, 2021 • 10min
Can a Menopausal Woman With Thyroid Issues, Nodules, and Shot Adrenals Do HIIT Workouts?
"Can a menopausal woman with thyroid issues, nodules, and shot adrenals do HIIT workouts?" asks Karen SmithTowle from Facebook. Good question Karen, safety is important when it comes to workouts! Here to answer is JJ Virgin, certified health and fitness expert and aerobics instructor. Tune in to hear the answer, where JJ delivers a step-by-step action plan to integrate these workouts in a safe and effective way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
