

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 16, 2020 • 10min
What Do You Recommend for IBS With Chronic Constipation?
"What do you recommend for IBS with chronic constipation?" asks Patty McGinness from Facebook. JJ Virgin, Holistic Nutritionist, discusses this sensitive question. Listen to the episode to find out what you can do about IBS and chronic constipation. And, find out if there anything you can do to stop it in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 2020 • 9min
I Have Fallen off the Wagon and I Don't Know How to Reset. What Do You Recommend?
"I have fallen off the wagon and I don’t know how to reset. What do you recommend?" Laura Dillon from Facebook asks in this episode. JJ Virgin, author of The Sugar Impact Diet, gives advice to those who find that they need a “reset.” Listen in to find out the best ways to get back on the wagon. Learn how to reset the right way, so that you can worry less about falling off again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 2020 • 9min
What Should I Eat for Strong Bones If I Am Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Have Osteoporosis?
"What should I eat for strong bones if I am vegan, gluten-free, and have osteoporosis?" asks greenbeauty from Instagram. JJ Virgin, Triple-board Certified Nutrition Expert, shares her recommendations in this episode. Listen to find out what you should eat for strong bones even when your options for food are limited. You might be surprised by her response! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2020 • 8min
What Foods Should I Eat If I'm Trying to Gain Weight?
"What should I eat if I'm trying to gain weight?" asks asprettyasitgets from Instagram. In this episode, nutritionist JJ Virgin, answers this question. Listen in to find out what foods you should eat in order to gain weight and how to do it in the most healthy way possible. Clue - there’s more to it than eating junk food! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 2020 • 10min
Is a Dessert With These Ingredients Considered Healthy or Is It Another Food That People Consider Healthy but in Reality, It Is Not?
"Is a dessert with these ingredients considered healthy or is it another food that people consider healthy but in reality, it is not?" Asks Maddalena from Instagram. In this episode, JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, answers this question and the implications it has for those of us with a sweet tooth. Listen to find out exactly what ingredients Maddelena is referring to and if having those ingredients makes the dessert healthy or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 9, 2020 • 8min
Does Hyperthyroidism Affect Estrogen Levels?
"Does hyperthyroidism affect estrogen levels?" asks Fayhull from Instagram. In this Special Guest Takeover Week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Michael Ruscio, Doctor of Natural Medicine, to discuss this popular question with important implications to your health. Listen in to find out how the two are actually connected - and what you need to do about it. 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

Oct 8, 2020 • 9min
How Is Ferritin Related to T4 Thyroid Levels?
"How is Ferritin related to T4 thyroid levels?" asks Stefania from Instagram. In this Special Guest Takeover Week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Michael Ruscio, Doctor of Natural Medicine – BNMDP/NMCC, to talk about this. Listen to the episode to find out if Ferritin and T4 thyroid levels are connected and, more importantly, what to do about it so you can take action on your personal health. 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

Oct 7, 2020 • 9min
Does Hypothyroidism Increase the Risk for SIBO?
"Does hypothyroidism increase the risk for SIBO (Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)?" asks Fayhull from Instagram. In this Special Guest Takeover Week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Michael Ruscio, author of Healthy Gut, Healthy You, to outline the possible connections between the two. Listen in to find out more about what you can do about SIBO - as well as reduce your risk for it. 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

Oct 6, 2020 • 9min
How Does the Gut Affect Thyroid Autoimmunity?
"How does the gut affect your thyroid autoimmunity?" asks Maria from Instagram. In this Special Guest Takeover Week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Michael Ruscio, author of Healthy Gut, Healthy You, to discuss this important question. Listen in to find out if your thyroid autoimmunity and gut are connected. The specifics are key. 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

Oct 5, 2020 • 9min
How Do I Know If My Thyroid Diagnosis Is Correct?
"How do I know if my thyroid diagnosis is correct?" asks Natalie from Instagram. In this Special Guest Takeover Week, JJ Virgin brings in Dr. Michael Ruscio, Doctor of Natural Medicine, to discuss the thyroid. Listen to this episode to find out how to understand if your thyroid diagnosis is the correct one - and what to do if it isn’t. 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