Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels

Low Level Laser Therapy, micro needling, caffeine shampoos, hair supplements like Nutrafol, Minoxidil, Finasteride…Jillian is sharing her personal hair care regimen to prevent hair loss and reverse gray, as well as breaking down some of the recent research on how to re-grow hair with the help of supplements and medications. Everything you need to know so you can have the healthiest, most beautiful head of hair possible. Plus, listener questions on quitting diet soda, resistance training, psyllium husks, fitness apps and more!For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Psychoanalyst Dr. Jo Ann McKarus, PsyD, joins Jillian this week to help us understand the power of therapy and how to get the most out of it. First, she outlines how to identify if you are a candidate for therapy and if so, how to find the right therapist for your needs. She explains what the “unconscious” is, how it’s created from past traumas, and how it begets negative patterns in our lives. She goes on to explain how defense mechanisms, projection, and internalizations impact our self worth and relationships. We discuss potential origins for eating disorders and binge eating, along with possible ways your therapist can help you heal and turn these issues around. And last, listener questions on the phrases and diagnoses popping up all over social media, like what is a narcissism, borderline personality disorder, sociopathy, and more.Mentioned in this episode:One source to find a therapist, including Dr. McKarus: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Amy Shah, double board-certified medical doctor and wellness expert with a specialty in immunology and allergy medicine, joins Jillian this week! She explains everything allergies: what exactly is an allergy and how to tell if you or your child has one? What are the different types of allergies, from environmental to food? Why do they develop? Why are more and more people   getting allergies? And most importantly, Dr Shah gives a complete review on treatment methods, from the dangers of Benadryl to other OTC medications that can actually help manage symptoms safely. Plus, the most cutting edge immunotherapies! Guest Links:Website: https://amymdwellness.comInstagram: @fastingmdTwitter & Facebook: @amyshahmdBooks:·       I’m So Effing Hungry: Why We Crave – and What to Do About It·       I’m So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your LifeFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Robynne Chutkan -- gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Women and author of the bestselling books Gutbliss; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut -- is back to talk about constipation.Find out what poop actually is (and it’s likely not what you think) and the effects of constipation on the body like fatigue, bloating, heartburn, impaired detoxification, and more. Dr. Chutkan breaks down the different types of constipation and what causes them, from “anismus", shy bowel, pelvic floor disorders and hormones, to supplements and medications. Then, the things you need to know about different laxatives, stool softeners, salt water cleanses, enemas, and colonics, and how to fix our bowels to ensure regular, healthy poops every day to help us be healthier and feel better!Guest Links:The new course: Getting Regular: https://gutbliss.kartra.com/page/gettingregularHer latest book,The Anti-Viral Gut: Tackling Pathogens from the Inside OutAdditional books: Gutbliss; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat CureIG: @GutblissWebsite: RobynneChutkan.comFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The majority of Americans are deficient in magnesium. However, not all magnesium supplements are the same. In this week's show, Jillian runs down the different forms of magnesium and what they do so you can select the ideal one for your needs. Then, we take a dive into the connection between oral health and heart health, with extensive tips on the ultimate oral hygiene routine that can help bulletproof not just your teeth and gums, but also your arteries! Plus, listener questions on utilizing the vagus nerve for improved stress management, and so much more!For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony Shields, CEO and co-founder of FreshCap Mushrooms, discusses the power of functional mushrooms in boosting immunity, managing stress, preventing dementia, and supporting workout performance. He explains the best types of mushroom supplements and the proper extraction process for maximum effects. Listeners also get insights on mushroom stacks, psilocybin strains, and the benefits of gourmet mushrooms.

Dr. Gladys McGarey, "the mother of holistic medicine,” joins Jillian this week to share her secrets for living to 100 with vitality, mental and physical health, and purpose! She tells us her incredible life story from her early, post World War I beginnings on medical safaris in India with her parents, to lessons she learned from Ghandi himself. Not to mention being one of only 50 women in America to attend medical school during World War II, her exploration and integration of alternative medicine (herbs, acupuncture, parapsychology), and so much more throughout the decades of the 20th century! And arguably most important, she teaches us her 6 principles for living well, including the necessity of why and how to incorporate love, laughter, labor, and listening into life for the most enriching journey on earth!Guest Links:The book: The Well-Lived Life, A 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every AgeWebsite: https://gladysmcgarey.com/For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Amy Shah is on this week to share the keys for resetting our circadian rhythm and explain how doing so can improve every aspect of our health. Circadian rhythms direct the function of every cell in our body, thereby impacting ideal hormone balance, healthy weight, excellent sleep, a strong immune system and so much more! Get to know the 6 pillars of resetting your circadian rhythms to find the ideal times to eat, train, and sleep!Guest Links:Website: https://amymdwellness.comInstagram: @fastingmdTwitter & Facebook: @amyshahmdBooks:·       I'm So Effing Hungry: Why We Crave – and What to Do About It·       I’m So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your LifeFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Jillian takes you through the best strategies to avoid heart disease, cancer, hormonal imbalances, and more. From hormesis to hormone replacement - this episode gets into the nitty-gritty of aging well.  Plus, we take a look at the dangers of melatonin supplements and explore the brain health benefits of the "Stamets Stack" of functional mushrooms. Start taking action, from vitamins to hormone replacement, and do things now to prevent illness later! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andre Sólo, co-Founder of Sensitive Refuge and co-author of Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World, joins Jillian this week to discuss the superpowers of highly sensitive people. Research shows that 1 in 3 people are "highly sensitive." From a high level of physical sensory awareness to emotional sensitivity - “HSP” (highly sensitive people) have the ability to make incredible societal contributions when their skill set is channeled properly. Andre is teaching us how to support the sensitive people in our lives AND how to manage triggers, set boundaries, decompress, and boost effectiveness if you are HSP. Plus, learn how to hone your senses to become the most effective in your life no matter what you do or what your goals are!Guest Links:Website: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/Social Media: @justAndreSolo and @sensitive refugeFor 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdealFollow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindyJillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.