

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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Jul 27, 2020 • 8min
What Is Biohacking?
"What Is Biohacking?" SusanPT from Instagram has heard of the term - as have many of us have - and Dave Asprey, the author of Superhuman, gives his definition in this episode. Listen in and decide if you might want to be a biohacker yourself. 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 24, 2020 • 9min
When Should I Be Taking My Supplements?
"When should I be taking my supplements?" Colita from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Holistic Nutritionist, the question we all should ask. JJ offers a simple response that will help you get the best results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 23, 2020 • 8min
What's the Best Way to Get Extra Calcium?
“What's the best way to get extra calcium?” Donna from Facebook asks JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, this very question and on today’s episode of Ask the Health Expert, JJ offers practical advice on getting more of this important nutrient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 2020 • 9min
How Do I Know If I'm Taking Too Many Supplements?
"How do I know if I'm taking too many supplements?" Janice Palumbo from Facebook asks the question that many who take supplements have asked at some point in their health journey. JJ Virgin, certified nutrition specialist gives the simple answer we’ve all been looking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 21, 2020 • 8min
What Is Your Suggestion for Someone Who Absolutely Hates Drinking Water?
"What is your suggestion for someone who absolutely hates drinking water?" Annemarie emailed JJ Virgin, triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer for help on what to do with this common hydration problem. Listen for multiple solutions for those who absolutely hate water. There are lots of options for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 20, 2020 • 9min
How Do We Go About Testing for Vitamin D?
"How do we go about testing for Vitamin D?" DW emailed JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist, this question - and it’s one we all can benefit from. JJ takes the time to give you practical advice you can immediately put to good use. Take a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 2020 • 9min
How Important Is Acid Alkaline Balance?
"How important is acid alkaline balance?" SuzieQ2 from Instagram poses this question and JJ has enlisted Dr. Anna Cabeca to answer. Learn the answer quickly in this episode of Ask the Health Expert. Grab Dr. Anna’s Keto-Green Recipe E-Book at http://book.ketogreendiet.com/keto-recipe-pdf-optin?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=AsktheHealthExpert&utm_campaign=KGBookLaunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 16, 2020 • 10min
Can Eating Fish Cause Heart Disease?
"Can eating fish cause heart disease?" Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks the question to Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. It’s a tasty answer. You can get Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 2020 • 8min
Is Olive Oil Bad for You?
"Is olive oil bad for you?" In this episode, Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks this of Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. Finally, the answer you’ve been looking for! Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide can be found at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 14, 2020 • 8min
Does Eating Eggs Raise Your Cholesterol?
"Does eating eggs raise your cholesterol?" There is a lot of conflicting information out there. In this episode, Weeb 1.2 on Instagram asks this question to Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method. The answer is clear and should be a relief to many. Grab Dr. Masley’s Mediterranean kitchen guide at https://drmasley.com/kitchen-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices