

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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Sep 7, 2020 • 12min
What Type of Nutrition or Supplements Will Keep Your Skin Looking Great on the Outside?
"What type of nutrition or supplements will keep your skin looking great on the outside?" asks Katie Moore from YouTube. In this episode’s takeover, JJ Virgin brings in Rachel Varga, a Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, to help answer this question. Listen in to find out some of the best ways to make your skin look great, and actually stay that way. Get more of Rachel Vargas’s best advice at https://rachelvarga.ca/free-resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2020 • 7min
Is It Ok to Not Eat 3 Meals per Day?
"Is it ok to not eat 3 meals per day?" Christina Cornett from Facebook asks this question and JJ Virgin, host of the Ask the Health Expert Podcast answers. Listen in and discover if we actually need to eat three meals a day, or if we should be doing something different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2020 • 8min
How Can I Incorporate More Protein Into My Diet?
"How can I incorporate more protein into my diet?" Ainsley Bustos from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, for some ways to make it easier to get more of this nutrient into your daily intake. Listen in and find out some simple ways to get more protein into your diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2, 2020 • 7min
What Are Sugar Alcohols and Why Are They Being Used?
"What are sugar alcohols and why are they being used?" This question was asked by Presta Graber on Facebook but is also asked by many. Listen in as JJ Virgin, author of The Sugar Impact Diet, explains what sugar alcohols are, why they are so popular, and the effect they might have on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 1, 2020 • 6min
Why Am I Hungry Three Hours After Eating?
"Why am I hungry three hours after eating?" Linda Adams from Facebook asks and JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, has the answer. Listen in and find out why you can get so hungry just three hours after eating - and more importantly, what to do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 2020 • 12min
There Are so Many Detoxes. Which Ones Do You Recommend?
"There are so many detoxes. Which ones do you recommend?" inquires nikcottone from Instagram. JJ Virgin, nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, answers this question and also delves into the concept of understanding what you want to get from a detox program. If you’ve been considering a detox or have been looking for clear information about what the right detox can do for you, you won't want to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 2020 • 8min
How Do I Get Back to Sleep Quickly?
"How do I get back to sleep quickly?" Sean Hovas emailed JJ Virgin for direction on this common problem and she asked Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his response. Listen to this episode for his remarkable answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 2020 • 7min
How Do I Get Rid of My Back Pain?
"How do I get rid of my back pain?" Neil Patterson emailed this question to JJ Virgin, but it is a question many of us have asked as well. JJ asks Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 2020 • 7min
How Do I Stop My Tossing and Turning and Get a More Restful Night’s Sleep?
"How do I stop my tossing and turning and get a more restful night’s sleep?" Clair sent in this very popular sleep question by email and JJ Virgin asked Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, for his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25, 2020 • 7min
What Is the Best Position for Me to Sleep In?
"What is the best position for me to sleep In?" Donna from Facebook asks the question and JJ Virgin gets Chiropractor & Sleep Expert, Dr. Peter Martone, to answer it. You might be surprised by his answer. Join Dr. Martone’s Free 30-day Sleep Quest Program and become a part of the only online community that is dedicated to getting a better night’s sleep, at https://necknest.com/reignite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices