

Well Beyond 40
JJ Virgin
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.
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Nov 13, 2020 • 9min
Is Too Much Fasting Bad for Women Who Are Menstruating?
"Is too much fasting bad for women who are menstruating?" asks Maria from JJ's Super Immune Secrets Masterclass. Nurse Practitioner and Nutrition & Intermittent Fasting Expert Cynthia Thurlow has the answer based on her latest research. Tune in to learn how a women's menstrual cycle can be a barometer of how intermittent fasting is working for her body and what other factors might be weighing in. Check out Cynthia's FAQ on intermittent fasting and even download your own Intermittent Fasting Guide at https://cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 2020 • 8min
Can Fasting Be Keeping Me From Losing Weight?
"Can fasting be keeping me from losing weight?" asks Diane Masters from Facebook. Nurse Practitioner and Nutrition & Intermittent Fasting Expert Cynthia Thurlow has answers for this frustrating dilemma. Tune in to find out what common factors can interfere with weight loss and how to combat them to achieve your best results. Check out Cynthia's FAQ on intermittent fasting and even download your own Intermittent Fasting Guide at https://cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 2020 • 7min
I'm Doing Intermittent Fasting - Should I Be Keto, Vegan, Low Carb?
"I'm doing intermittent fasting - should I be keto, vegan, low-carb?" asks Ambra from Instagram. Nurse Practitioner and Nutrition & Intermittent Fasting Expert Cynthia Thurlow has the answer. Listen in to learn how to read your body's signs to find which dietary choices work best for you. Check out Cynthia's FAQ on intermittent fasting and even download your own Intermittent Fasting Guide at https://cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2020 • 6min
What’s a Sign That Intermittent Fasting Isn’t Working for You?
"What is a sign that intermittent fasting isn't working for you?" asks Jill from Facebook. Nurse Practitioner and Nutrition & Intermittent Fasting Expert Cynthia Thurlow has the answer. Tune in to learn what your physical symptoms can tell you about how well intermittent fasting is working for your body and what you can do to alleviate common complaints. Check out Cynthia's FAQ on intermittent fasting and even download your own Intermittent Fasting Guide at https://cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 9, 2020 • 7min
What Can I Eat or Drink While Fasting?
"What can I eat or drink while fasting?" asks Laurie from Twitter. Cynthia Thurlow, NP and Nutrition & Intermittent Fasting Expert, has the answer. Listen in to find out what you can eat and drink to support your fast, as well as some surprising things you need to avoid. Check out Cynthia's FAQ on intermittent fasting and even download your own Intermittent Fasting Guide at https://cynthiathurlow.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-faq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 2020 • 8min
I Can’t Bring My Thyroid Antibodies Down and I Follow a Paleo Diet. Any Tips?
"I can’t bring my Thyroid antibodies down and I follow a Paleo diet. Any tips?" asks Priscymusic from Instagram. Dr. Izabella Wentz, Integrative Pharmacist and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto's Protocol answers this one. Listen in about the many ways you can reduce Thyroid antibodies with diet, supplements, and more. Claim your free gifts from Izabella, at https://thyroidpharmacist.com/gift, including her Thyroid Diet Quick Start Guide And Ten Nutrient Dense Thyroid Friendly Recipes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2020 • 10min
What Is the Best Diet to Improve Hashimoto's Thyroiditis?
"What is the best diet to improve Hashimoto's Thyroiditis?" asks Leanne Wendte from Facebook. Dr. Izabella Wentz, Integrative Pharmacist and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto's Protocol has the answer. Tune in to learn how to find the best diet to reduce your symptoms and speed healing - for your body's specific needs. Claim your free gifts from Izabella, at https://thyroidpharmacist.com/gift, including her Thyroid Diet Quick Start Guide And Ten Nutrient Dense Thyroid Friendly Recipes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4, 2020 • 8min
I Need Help With Hashimoto's. What Supplements and Lifestyle Do You Recommend?
"I need help with Hashimoto's. What supplements and lifestyle do you recommend?" asks Amanda Tibbetts from Facebook. Dr. Izabella Wentz, Integrative Pharmacist and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto's Protocol has the answer. Listen in to find out how you can cure Hashimoto's naturally. Claim your free gifts from Izabella, at https://thyroidpharmacist.com/gift, including her Thyroid Diet Quick Start Guide And Ten Nutrient Dense Thyroid Friendly Recipes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2020 • 9min
Should I Be Taking Spore-Based Probiotics?
"Should I be taking spore-based probiotics?" Wendy from Facebook asks. Dr. Michael Ruscio, host of the Dr. Ruscio Radio podcast and JJ's go-to guy on probiotics has the answer. Tune in to hear what you can do if your probiotic seems to not be working as well as it used to. Grab your free bonus: Gut Health 101 Guide from Dr. Michael Ruscio at https://drruscio.com/gut-health-101/. In this guide, you’ll receive a better understanding of how our gut microbiota operates, what a healthy gut (or unhealthy gut) can mean, and how to start addressing your symptoms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 2, 2020 • 9min
Should I Supplement With Hydrochloric Acid?
"Should I supplement with hydrochloric acid?" Jfromthebay77 from Instagram asks and Dr. Michael Ruscio, author of the bestselling book Healthy Gut, Healthy You, answers. Listen in to learn when you might want to supplement your diet with hydrochloric acid and find out how to do it right. Grab your free bonus: Gut Health 101 Guide from Dr. Michael Ruscio at https://drruscio.com/gut-health-101/. In this guide, you’ll receive a better understanding of how our gut microbiota operates, what a healthy gut (or unhealthy gut) can mean, and how to start addressing your symptoms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices