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
Jan 21, 2021 • 11min
How in the World Do You Lose Weight in Your 40s?
"How in the world do you lose weight in your 40s?" asks Erin Greene Newman from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet and exercise physiologist. JJ explains the impact that age can have on a person's weight loss journey. Tune in to hear the rich explanation and all of the actionable advice she provides to assist with weight loss. This episode is part of a series to commemorate January as National Weight Loss Awareness Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 20, 2021 • 9min
What Can I Have So That I Can Stay Focused on My Goal of Weight Loss but Feel Like I Can Enjoy a Small Treat?
"What can I have so that I can stay focused on my goal of weight loss but feel like I can enjoy a small treat?" asks christie_sanner from Instagram. Here with the answer is JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet and exercise physiologist. Tune in to hear JJ's nuanced answer breaking down the different approaches to these cravings. She offers plenty of suggestions for healthy treats that you won't want to miss. This episode is part of a series to commemorate January as National Weight Loss Awareness Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 19, 2021 • 9min
Is Fasting a Good Way to Kick Start My Weight Loss?
"Is fasting a good way to kick start my weight loss?" asks neeskers from Instagram. Great question. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet and exercise physiologist. According to JJ, fasting is a key tool in the weight loss journey. Listen to learn why this is and what to keep in mind when it comes to fasting. This episode is part of a series to commemorate January as National Weight Loss Awareness Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 18, 2021 • 10min
What Can You Eat for Breakfast for Weight Loss?
"What can you eat for breakfast for weight loss?" asks Michelle Brisson from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, author of the Virgin Diet and exercise physiologist. Tune in to hear JJ's detailed answer as she gives her thoughts on breakfast and shares some delicious ideas to help support your metabolism and lose weight. This episode is part of a series to commemorate January as National Weight Loss Awareness Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2021 • 6min
Why Are Cancer Cases Going Up Every Year?
"Why are cancer cases going up every year?" asks Nash via email. This is an important question. Here to answer is Dr. Diva Nagula, cancer healing expert and author of From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer through Mind, Body, and Spirit. Tune in to hear his nuanced answer where he breaks down the various factors that are contributing to this rise in cancer cases. To hear more insights on healing cancer from Dr. Nagula, be sure to check out his book at https://fromdoctortopatient.com/read-the-book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 14, 2021 • 6min
Does Eating Organic Lessen the Chances of Acquiring Cancer?
"Does eating organic lessen the chances of acquiring cancer?" asks Monson from Instagram. This is an age-old question, and deserves a thorough answer. Here to give us that answer is Dr. Diva Nagula, cancer healing expert and author of From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer through Mind, Body and Spirit. According to Dr. Nagula, organic foods have a wide range of benefits. Tune in to hear all about how organic foods can aid us. To hear more insights on healing cancer from Dr. Nagula, be sure to check out his book at https://fromdoctortopatient.com/read-the-book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 13, 2021 • 8min
What Supplements Do You Recommend to Help Reduce Inflammation?
"What supplements do you recommend to help reduce inflammation?" asks Heather from Facebook. Terrific question, and here with our answer is Dr. Diva Nagula, cancer healing expert and author of From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer through Mind, Body, and Spirit. Tune in to hear Dr. Nagula give us his top supplements for promoting a healthy inflammatory response and a detailed explanation for why and how we should introduce each one. To hear more insights on healing cancer from Dr. Nagula, be sure to check out his book at https://fromdoctortopatient.com/read-the-book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 12, 2021 • 7min
What Role Does Inflammation Play in Cancer?
"What role does inflammation play in cancer?" asks Viv from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Diva Nagula, cancer healing expert and author of From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer through Mind, Body, and Spirit. Tune in to hear his detailed breakdown of the various forms of inflammation and how they can lead to cancer. To hear more insights on healing cancer from Dr. Nagula, be sure to check out his book at https://fromdoctortopatient.com/read-the-book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 11, 2021 • 7min
What Foods Can We Eat to Reduce Our Cancer Risk?
"What foods can we eat to reduce our cancer risk?" asks William from Facebook. This is an important question and here to answer is Dr. Diva Nagula, author of From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer through Mind, Body, and Spirit. According to Dr. Nagula, there are some key choices in our diet which can reduce risk. Tune in to hear all of the specific foods and how their nutrients protect us. To hear more insights on healing cancer from Dr. Nagula, be sure to check out his book at https://fromdoctortopatient.com/read-the-book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 8, 2021 • 12min
What Does Your Daily Diet Typically Look Like?
"What does your daily diet typically look like?" asks Bonnie Mott from Instagram. JJ Virgin, certified nutritionist and NY Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet and The Sugar Impact Diet, chimes in with her personal answer. Tune in to hear her rich answer including not only what she eats, but also when she eats and why she includes the foods she does. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
