

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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Aug 10, 2020 • 10min
How Does Food Impact My Mood?
"How does food impact my mood?" Tanya K from Goop Health asks this question, perfect for Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain On Food. JJ Virgin gets the answer from Dr. Naidoo in this episode of “Ask The Health Expert”. For information about Dr. Naidoo, including how to order her book, visit https://book.umanaidoomd.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 2020 • 11min
Is Cod Liver Oil Good or Bad?
"Is cod liver oil good or bad?" Mary Beth from JJ Virgin’s Super Immune Secrets Masterclass wants the scoop on this popular (but not always tasty) health supplement. Knowing the facts is the fastest path to getting healthy and JJ has the facts on this. Listen for the details - and the answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 6, 2020 • 9min
Is Liquid Fish Oil More Beneficial Than Pills?
"Is liquid fish oil more beneficial than pills?" Sheilap from Instagram wants to know the best options for taking this supplement and JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, has the answer. When you take fish oil, you certainly want to do it in a way that will give you the best benefits. Listen in to hear what the expert has to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5, 2020 • 10min
Everyone Says Bars Are Processed. How Are Yours Better Than Others?
"Everyone says bars are processed. How are yours better than others?" Star Balt from Facebook asks the question everyone should be asking whenever they’re considering the best foods to eat. JJ Virgin, nutritionist and bestselling author of the Sugar Impact Diet, gives the details on why her bars are different and the difference they can make in your nutrition journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 4, 2020 • 10min
What Are Your Thoughts on Taking Colloidal Silver for Immunity?
"What are your thoughts on taking colloidal silver for immunity?" Irma Gonzalez from JJ’s Super Immune Secrets Masterclass asks our host for more information on this hot topic. Listen to this episode to hear the simple facts, and what to do about them. The answer may surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 3, 2020 • 11min
I'm a Type 2 Diabetic. Any Suggestions for Healthy Snacks?
"I'm a Type 2 Diabetic. Any suggestions for healthy snacks?" Karen from the Super Immune Secrets Masterclass asks this question that’s on the mind of many. Nutrition expert and fitness hall-of-famer, JJ Virgin, has the answer and it’s both powerful and tasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 2020 • 7min
Why Is Everyone Wearing Those Weird Looking Red Glasses?
"Why is everyone wearing those weird-looking red glasses?" RS321 from Instagram has noticed the trend of men and women wearing red-tinted glasses. Are they healthy? Are they ‘blue blockers’? Dave Asprey from TrueDark.com gives the inside scoop and you’ll want to listen. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 2020 • 8min
What Are the Benefits of MCT Oil?
"What are the benefits of MCT Oil?" CassieX on Instagram has heard the buzz about Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil and asks Dave Asprey, a big fan of MCT Oil, for specifics. Dave explains why this Bulletproof Coffee ingredient is so key. Don’t worry, it’s not all boring science. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 2020 • 7min
What Is Bulletproof Coffee?
"What Is Bulletproof Coffee?" Jake from Facebook has heard the buzz about Bulletproof Coffee (BPC) and wants more details. JJ asks Dave Asprey, the inventor of this tasty drink, for the scoop. It’s a tasty episode of Ask the Health Expert that you don’t want to miss. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 28, 2020 • 7min
Do I Have to Give up My Coffee?
"Do I have to give up my coffee?" Carol from Facebook asks a question that many of us have asked and Dave Asprey, the inventor of Bulletproof Coffee, has the answer you might be looking for. For more information about Dave’s book, Superhuman, go to https://amzn.to/3iGTbB5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices