

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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Oct 30, 2020 • 8min
What's the Best Way to Get Good Quality Sleep Without Waking up in the Middle of the Night?
"What's the best way to get good quality sleep without waking up in the middle of the night?" Patricia Rosa Roche from Facebook asks and JJ Virgin, host of the Ask The Health Expert Podcast, answers. Listen in and find out how you can get the best quality sleep without waking up in the middle of the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 2020 • 10min
When Should We Expect to Have Better Energy When Doing a Food Intolerance Program?
"When should we expect to have better energy when doing a food intolerance program?" asks Aaron-Jillian Card from Facebook. JJ Virgin, founder of the Breakthrough Food Intolerance program, discusses the realities of facing a food intolerance protocol. Listen to find out when you can expect to get that energy back and, more importantly, why the whole process is SO worth it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2020 • 13min
Can You Remind Me Why Dairy (Milk Especially) Is so Wrong?
"Can you remind me why dairy, especially milk, is so wrong?" asks Julie Dunn from Facebook. In this episode, JJ Virgin, Certified Nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, answers this question. Listen in to find out the truth about dairy and what you can change for your own better health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 2020 • 12min
I Am Totally Out of Control. Can You Remind Me How to Take Those Initial Steps Back?
"I am totally out of control. Can you remind me how to take those initial steps back?" Kelly Scott from Facebook asks the expert. JJ Virgin, author of The Sugar Impact Diet, gives Kelly simple and actionable advice on resetting some bad behavior. Listen in to find out how to take the important steps back to a healthy you. Are you ready to do the same? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 26, 2020 • 11min
Any Suggestions on How to Stay Healthy During a Tony Robbins 4-Day Event?
"Any suggestions on how to stay healthy during a Tony Robbins 4-day event?" asks Maria Pura Vida from Facebook. JJ Virgin, nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, gives great tips for staying healthy, strong, and alert during long events - be it Tony Robbins, or any event or conference. Listen to find out how you can stay healthy at major 'marathon-style' events. Use the same tips to stay healthy any time you have something big in front of you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 2020 • 10min
What Supplements Do You Recommend for Your Eyes in Your 40s and 50s?
"What supplements do you recommend for your eyes in your 40s and 50s?" asks DeeDee 430 from Instagram. During this takeover week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Rudrani Banik, Board-certified Ophthalmologist, to provide her expertise on topics related to eye health. Today, Dr. Banik shares her expert opinion on what supplements are suggested for optimum vision health - and which ones to stay away from. Get Dr. Rudrani Banik’s free gift, 6 Secrets To Eye Health, at https://rudranibanikmd.com/6-ways-to-supercharge-your-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 2020 • 10min
I’m Staring at My Computer Screen More Than Ever. Will This Hurt My Eyes?
"I am staring at my computer screen more than ever. Will this hurt my eyes?" asks Josh Z from Instagram. During this takeover week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Rudrani Banik, Board-certified Ophthalmologist, to provide her expertise on topics related to eye health. Today, Dr. Banik will tackle the topic of screen time as it relates to vision. Which is critical information for us to know considering the average adult spends 11 hours a day in front of a screen. Listen in to find out what you can do to help your eyes after being in front of a phone or computer screen for extended periods of time. Get Dr. Rudrani Banik’s free gift, 6 Secrets To Eye Health, at https://rudranibanikmd.com/6-ways-to-supercharge-your-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 2020 • 12min
What Can I Do About Dry Eye?
"What can I do about dry eye?" asks LaurieM2 from Facebook. In this takeover episode, During this takeover week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Rudrani Banik, Board-certified Ophthalmologist, to provide her expertise on topics related to eye health. Listen to the episode for answers you don’t typically find online and to learn what you can do to help your dry eyes feel more moisturized. Get Dr. Rudrani Banik’s free gift, 6 Secrets To Eye Health, at https://rudranibanikmd.com/6-ways-to-supercharge-your-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 2020 • 8min
I’ve Noticed My Eyesight Is Declining. If I Start Wearing Readers, Will I Make It Worse?
"I’ve noticed my eyesight is declining. If I start wearing readers, will I make it worse?" asks Terryn12 from Instagram. During this takeover week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Rudrani Banik, Board-certified Ophthalmologist, to provide her expertise on topics related to eye health. Today, Dr. Banik will discuss options for those who find their eyesight is getting worse. Listen in to find out whether or not wearing reading glasses is a cause for concern. Get Dr. Rudrani Banik’s free gift, 6 Secrets To Eye Health, at https://rudranibanikmd.com/6-ways-to-supercharge-your-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 19, 2020 • 11min
I’m 49 and My Eyesight Is Not Like It Was in My 30s, What Can I Do?
"I’m 49 and my eyesight is not like it was in my 30s, what can I do?" asks Karen from Facebook. During this takeover week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Rudrani Banik, Board-certified Ophthalmologist, to provide her expertise on topics related to eye health. Today, Dr. Banik will discuss aging and eyesight - and how they’re connected to each other. Listen to see what you can do to improve your outcomes for better eyesight. Get Dr. Rudrani Banik’s free gift, 6 Secrets To Eye Health, at https://rudranibanikmd.com/6-ways-to-supercharge-your-vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices