Well Beyond 40

Today JJ discusses health coaches, including what they do and don’t do. She also explains how health coaches are the perfect complement to your functional health doctor to help you create a plan to help maximize your healthy lifestyle. Find out why a health coach makes the perfect accountability partner to support and encourage you. Tune in today and get inspired and educated.   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get JJ’s free Healthy Habits Checklist and Calendar by going to jjvirgin.com/healthcoach.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Health coaches support your goals. They help you hold yourself accountable. Health coaches are the perfect complement to your functional health provider. Coaches offer further information and suggestions on ways to support your healthy lifestyle. Community support is huge in helping you achieve goals. When you need help or encouragement, people who are on the same path are there for you.   Episode Play-By-Play [0:40] Making shifts in our health is made so much easier when we have help. [3:20] What is a health coach and how can they help you? [4:30] You might be surprised at the benefit of this aspect of health coaching. [6:08] Ladies, correlation between weight loss and this factor is something you already know. [6:30] Health coaches are a great source of support; and you can also look for help here. [6:45] Here’s what health coaches should be doing for you [11:25] Here’s what health coaches do not (should not) do [13:50] How do you know if you need a health coach?   Takeaways Don’t do it alone; coaches offer support in your areas of inexperience or weakness Get into a community that can support you Learn how to be a health detective with your health coach       Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Reignite Wellness 365 Organizations referring health coaches JJ Virgin Health Coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another Q&A! In today’s episode, JJ answers a listener’s question wanting to know how you protect yourself if you have a fatty liver condition, and you’re already living a good lifestyle. JJ explains exactly what fatty liver is, how it affects the body, and what you can remove, as well as what you can supplement with to help reduce the risk of fatty liver. Listen in today for this information-packed podcast!   Episode Play-By-Play [0:55] One of JJ’s listeners wanted to know how you protect yourself if you have a fatty liver condition, and you’re already living a good lifestyle. [1:00] What is fatty liver? [2:00] This is one of the worst contributors to fatty liver disease. [3:00] Here’s one way to catch fatty liver early [3:20] Foods that affect the likelihood of getting or contributing to fatty liver [4:10] Types of medications that might contribute to higher risk of fatty liver [4:30] Supplements that can help lower the risk of fatty liver     Mentioned in this episode: Recipes at jjvirgin.com Reignite Wellness 365 membership Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Breakthrough Carb Intolerance DFH Supplements can be found here - Save 20% on your first purchase with the discount code 20DFH2018 Annatto-E from DFH Annatto-GG from DFH LVGB Complex from DFH (liver supplement with milk thistle) Berb-Evail from Designs for Health JJ Virgin Omega Ultra JJ Virgin Microbiome Balance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russell Jaffe, MD, PhD, CCN, has been rethinking healthcare for the last 30+ years! He joins JJ today to discuss the link between inflammation and autoimmunity, as well as what autoimmunity is, what can cause it, and what we can do to prevent it. They’ll cover the history of autoimmunity and discuss the factors that have caused it to skyrocket in the last generation. They’ll also discuss what it means to be food tolerant and how to improve the quality of the food you’re eating so you can thrive in the 21st century!     Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Dr. Jaffe’s free guide, Rethinking Inflammation and Resolving Autoimmunity, by going to jjvirgin.com/allergy.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Inflammation is delayed repair. To repair the problem, we first need to figure out the cause. Autoimmunity is self-attack. There are things you can do to restore balance in your body. Our diet plays a huge role in our health. We must consider the food we eat as nutrients and antinutrients.   Episode Play-By-Play [4:30] Today’s episode is going to connect the dots between autoimmunity, inflammation, digestion, food intolerances, and delayed allergies. [5:50] Beginning with inflammation, what’s the biggest thing we need to know? [6:30] You must get to the cause of what’s causing inflammation. [7:30] A doctors' education spans 8-12,000 hours, and approximately this many hours of that are devoted to nutrition [9:24] The definition of autoimmunity as explained to a 5th grader [10:20] What’s the story behind the increase in modern autoimmunity? [16:20] What things affect our ability to be healthy in the 21st century? [20:20] A list of some superfoods [21:27] An easy way to tell the difference between grains, grasses, and seeds [23:50] Another key factor in your body’s ability to repair itself is this [25:15] A couple of easy ways to tell if your food is fresh     Action Steps Change the quality of the food you’re eating (seasonal, local, organic). Our goal should be to be food tolerant: to digest, assimilate and eliminate whatever food we’re eating.       Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Joy in Living: The Alkaline Way Guide Previous podcast on How to Heal the Body the Alkaline Way with Dr. Russell Jaffe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today JJ discusses the super healthy benefits of turmeric, also known as curcumin. She explains what turmeric is, what foods it can be found in, and how much you should be getting in your diet. She reviews all the amazing ways turmeric improves bodily function, including its impact on heart health, brain function, and disease prevention. Plus, JJ shares how turmeric can reduce pain caused by inflammation, doing it better than NSAIDs, without the side effects. Tune in and get ready to be astounded by the amazing turmeric!     Main Points From Today’s Episode Turmeric is a food product that has amazing benefits. You can get it in foods like curry or a turmeric latte, but probably need to supplement to get enough. Turmeric improves functions of the heart, brain, and physical health. It has been proven to protect cells from aging and cancer. Turmeric is a fantastic pain killer. It works better than NSAIDs and doesn’t have the side effects like leaky gut.   Episode Play-By-Play [4:00] What exactly is turmeric and where can it be found? [4:34] The way to get the best benefits from supplementing [5:12] Turmeric has many benefits; this first one is awesome because it does the same thing NSAIDS do without the side effects like leaky gut. [6:40] Turmeric also reverses and slows this condition that everyone experiences. [7:40] The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric can improve this painful condition, again better than, and without the side effects, of NSAIDs [9:17] Turmeric can help protect the health of this major organ [10:20] Think about this amazing turmeric benefit [11:38] This next one is about prevention [12:54] Causes cell death in these unwelcome cells [14:44] Take at least 100 mg every day, and if you have any health challenges, 300 mg would be better.     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Spiced Turmeric Latte recipe Reignite Wellness Curcumin Chews JJ’s previous podcast on healthy sweeteners including Allulose Healthy Sugar Alternatives: Understanding Allulose, Sugar Alcohols & More blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another Q&A! In today’s episode, JJ answers the question if oatmeal is good for us. JJ discusses the things to look for when buying oats and reviews the benefits. She also reminds us to pay attention to how our bodies feel after we’re done eating and to let that be the ultimate decision-maker. This short and sweet Q&A podcast has got the answer for you!   Episode Play-By-Play [0:43] Momof4transform asks JJ’s opinion of oatmeal. [1:20] When shopping for oats, look for these things [2:02] A really good rule of thumb about whether or not to eat anything. [2:25] If you notice a spike in your blood sugar, try eating this with your oatmeal [2:30] Some of the benefits of eating oatmeal       Mentioned in this episode: Recipes at jjvirgin.com Reignite Wellness 365 membership Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Savory Bone Broth & Veggie Steel Cut Oats recipe Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats recipe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alisa Vitti, women's hormone and functional nutrition expert, and pioneer in female biohacking, joins JJ today to discuss how understanding your biological rhythm can make a huge difference in your health. Listen to find out what your infradian rhythm is, and why you need to pay attention to it, as well as what it affects, and how to track it. This is an amazing podcast for any woman who wants to look and feel her best. Tune in today and have your notebook and pen handy!       Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Alisa’s free 7-day quick start program from her book, In the Flo, and a quiz to get your biological rhythm score by going to jjvirgin.com/flo.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Most information about diet and exercise is based on men’s bodies. Women’s bodies are uniquely different and require different methods. Circadian rhythm impacts everyone’s bodies. Infradian rhythms affect women physically, hormonally, and emotionally. Adjusting your diet and exercise based on an infradian rhythm offers immediate results. When you eat and exercise dependent on where you are in your cycle, you give your women’s body what it needs.   Episode Play-By-Play [3:40] What was the reason you became interested in women’s health, cycles and biohacking? [4:30] Supporting your biological rhythm is the key to unlocking your best health. [5:44] The percentage of women who suffer from a hormone imbalance is going to shock you. [7:10] What are the biggest things disrupting women’s monthly cycles? [8:22] Chemicals are huge factors in the contribution of precocious puberty (puberty starting as young as age 8). [11:40] What is the new biological rhythm? [14:00] Your Infradian rhythm affects these six key areas of the body [15:08] What things disrupt the infradian rhythm? [17:00] Infradian rhythm is active up to a year after this event, and taking care of it while it’s active promotes better health after it’s done. [18:20] Doing this workout after ovulation can cause this to happen [20:10] To continue to burn fat after ovulation, you need to do (or not do) these things [22:00] Alisa’s app, MyFLO, helps you track your cycles (see the link in the notes below). [23:00] Much of the health and wellness research that is available does NOT take this into account [24:32] The only way to do intermittent fasting that’s good for women with infradian rhythms [28:00] Supporting the infradian rhythm now ensures that your body will be better taken care of after this happens [29:30] Alisa’s book is full of information directed specifically at women and infradian rhythms as opposed to using general information geared more towards men. [31:42] We are the CEOs of our own bodies, and this information gives you more accurate information to make decisions that give us the biggest advantage.   ACTION STEPS Do the quiz to get your biological rhythm score. Get the My FLO app   Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube In The FLO and Woman Code MyFLO App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, JJ discusses how important it is to establish and maintain control of your sleep environment and eating plan while traveling. Since traveling already compromises your immune system, keeping on track with food, sleep and exercise keeps your body in prime condition to fight off travel-related issues. Listen to this super informative podcast episode today, and again, right before you travel!   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get JJ’s free blog about How to Eat Out Wisely by going to jjvirgin.com/traveltips.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Travel is hard on the immune system. Protect your health by following these tips. Protect your sleep. Make sure you’re sticking as close as possible to your healthy eating plan. Exercise every day. If you’re close to a gym, awesome! If not, find another way to get your blood pumping.   Episode Play-By-Play [2:00] The first travel hack centers around getting a good night’s sleep. [3:40] The second hack for getting a good night’s sleep is to block it out. [5:00] Distract yourself with this app [6:00] What you can do about time changes [7:34] Keep clothespins handy to combat this issue [8:30] Lights from electronics can be distracting – try this to keep them under control. [9:00] Don’t forget to do this to help with sleep and productivity; keep an eye out for this when you’re selecting your hotel. [10:45] Chill out with this to make your trip easier and healthier [12:20] Drink a lot of this when you’re traveling. [13:00] Bring this mineral to help keep things moving [13:35] Travel with these foods and supplements [14:10] Check these ideas out before you plan to eat out [17:50] Carry these with you in case you get hungry and don’t have access to good quality food [18:50] When traveling, you want to be more careful about the foods you’re eating for this reason   Action Steps: What if you could actually be healthier when you travel or when you eat out? Use travel and eating out as a way to experiment with new, healthier foods. Check out if there are any classes you can try out.     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Tempur-pedic Sleep Mask Dr. Marisol Teijeiro Castor Oil products Emily Fletcher Ziva meditation Blue light glasses Bulletproof coffee JJ Virgin Sleep Candy Dave Asprey Fast Fitness online program JJ Virgin Safety Net Plus Breakthrough Food Intolerance online program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another Q&A! Today JJ answers a question from listener Margot who asks, “What are your thoughts on psyllium husks?” Psyllium husks are a great source of fiber, which has a huge amount of healthy benefits. JJ also discusses additional sources of fiber, through supplementation or food, as well as recommendations for how much fiber you should consume each day. Listen in today for this information-packed podcast!   Episode Play-By-Play [1:21] Margot asked for JJ’s thoughts on psyllium husks [1:30] Fiber’s many benefits [2:22] How much fiber you should be eating [3:45] Psyllium husk is great, but eating this kind of fiber is even better. [5:03] Getting fiber from food is just one avenue. You can also supplement to increase your intake to JJ’s recommended amount. [5:30] Fiber-containing foods     Mentioned in this episode: Recipes at jjvirgin.com Reignite Wellness 365 membership Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube JJ Virgin Extra Fiber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maggie Berghoff, functional medicine nurse practitioner, joins JJ today and discusses how knowing your inflammation type gives you more information to better assess and treat your health. Maggie also gives some simple, free ways to lower inflammation in your body immediately. Listen today and learn something new!     Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Maggie’s free Inflammatory Type Assessment by going to jjvirgin.com/inflammationtypes.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Inflammation can flare up from many different things. Food, stress, the air you breathe can all contribute to increasing or reducing inflammation. Knowing your inflammation type gives you more information when you go to see a medical practitioner. This information helps them diagnose and treat you more accurately. There are some simple, free ways to reduce inflammation immediately. They are easy to incorporate into your daily routine.   Episode Play-By-Play [2:57] Maggie’s reason for becoming interested in inflammation [7:24] What exactly is inflammation? [8:01] Explaining inflammation types [9:25] How knowing your inflammation type informs how you treat what’s going on with your body. [10:23] This information not only gives you a starting point, but helps you go in better prepared when you see your health practitioner [11:44] One simple thing you can do now that makes a big impact on your health [14:26] Add this before taking away anything [16:50] We do this one every day, but focusing on the how is key [20:20] Know what’s going on inside your body – listen to yourself.   Action Steps: Eat and sleep by the clock. Add before you take away when it comes to the food you eat. Practice the breathing technique Maggie talked about; inhale in for 5 seconds, hold for 5, exhale for 5, hold for 5.     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube Specialty Functional Medicine Testing (Alan Hopkins) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today JJ shares her amazing tips on dialing down inflammation, mostly by choosing high-quality foods and supplements. Reducing inflammation is important not only for feeling better, but also for helping with weight loss and being more healthy overall. Inflammation contributes to many different health concerns, so lowering inflammation in your body is key to looking and feeling your best. Listen to this super important podcast for simple ways to decrease inflammation today.     Main Points From Today’s Episode Some inflammation is necessary for healing. But the problem occurs when inflammation becomes chronic. These 10 tips can help you reduce inflammation. Most of them are simple diet swaps that can make a huge difference. Reducing inflammation can help you lose weight. It can also contribute to better health overall.   Episode Play-By-Play [2:46] Is all inflammation bad inflammation?  [3:00] Benefits and downsides of an inflammatory response [3:56] Specific foods that can increase inflammation in the body [4:10] What too much inflammation contributes to [5:00] First tip - healthy fats [6:30] Check your animal fats, quality is vital [8:30] Second tip - do an oil change [9:30] Third tip - shake it up [10:30] Fourth tip - know which to choose and which to lose when it comes to this [11:30] To set yourself up to win, don’t quit cold turkey. Switch out inflammatory foods. [12:45] Fifth tip - say no to GMOs, here’s why [13:15] Eat from your local farmers market. [13:43] Sixth tip - figure out your food intolerances [16:03] Seventh tip - what does a good night’s sleep have to do with this? [17:24] Eighth tip - customize your own solution to this problem [18:50] Tenth tip - supplement   Action Steps Don’t get overwhelmed! Look at the tips, find one thing you’re not doing yet, and add it to your day. Use a diet journal.     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube The Sugar Impact Diet Myth Busting: Why Vegetable Oil Is a Toxic Choice (discusses which oils to choose and which to lose) Sugar Burner quiz JJ Virgin All in One Protein Shakes Whole Foods Sleep Candy Sleep, the Missing Link podcast episode Sleep blogs Ziva meditation with Emily Fletcher Tapping Solution with Nick Ortner Stress Techniques blog Omega Ultra supplement Curcumin Chews supplement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices