Well Beyond 40

"Why can't I get back on a diet?!" asks Cyndi from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. The idea of a diet has long been a controversial topic. In this episode, JJ gives us her perspective on the proper place of a diet. If you struggle with diets and need motivation, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choic...

"My doctor wants me to go on a low sugar, low fat diet. What is the best way for me to address this?" asks Beverly from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ provides her expertise on how sugar impacts us and how it can sneak into our diet. This episode is packed with actionable information on how to set yourse...

In 1996, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor had a stroke when a blood vessel erupted on the left side of her brain. The stroke left her unable to speak, read, walk, write, or remember anything from her past. Her 8-year recovery period impacts her work today. In this podcast, JJ Virgin talks with Dr. Taylor about brain health, present-moment awareness, and how to better manage stress and anxiety. Dr. Taylor beg...

"Help... My sleep is suffering since starting to fast. What do I do?" asks Valerie from Facebook. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. Like nutrition, sleep is crucial to your health. In her answer, Cynthia helps troubleshoot your sleep troubles. If you started fasting and are having trouble with sleep, this episode is for you! For more from Cynthi...

"What is the best way to break my fast?" asks Will from Instagram. Here with our answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. According to Cynthia, the key here is to use your intuition to help decide the best way to break your fast. Tune in to the full episode and learn how you can get started making the right nutritional choices. For more from Cynthia Thurlow, c...

"Why is fasting bad for menopause?" asks awsmhealth from Instagram. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. In her answer, Cynthia explains that menopausal women can actually stand to greatly benefit from fasting. Check out the full episode where she explains why this is, and how we can best include fasting into our lives. For more from Cynthia Thurlo...

"Would fasting over 12 hours shrink your ovaries?" asks Barbie from Instagram. Here with our answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. According to Cynthia, fasting is mostly safe, but certain considerations should be taken for women who are cycling. Tune in to her full answer where she breaks down how fasting can be best used to work with your menstrual cycle....

"What is your opinion on intermittent fasting for women?" asks sj_explores_health from Instagram. Here to answer is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert. Intermittent fasting will have a wide range of effects depending on the individual. In this episode, Cynthia breaks down the situations where women may want to make use of (or avoid) intermittent fasting. For more f...

Dr. William Li is a world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker, and author. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about the incredible healing power of food! Listen as Dr. Li explains the science behind how to eat to starve cancer, including the concept of anti-angiogenesis, which was discussed in his widely-viewed TED Talk. Dr. Li also shares his thoughts on meal timing and why your bo...

"Any suggestions on a calorie burning exercise?" asks David from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In this episode, JJ explains the fundamentals of an effective exercise routine that leads to burning calories. If you're curious about how to optimize your health with exercise, this is the episode for you. Learn more about you...

"How do you know if you need hormone replacement therapy?" asks Susan from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Hormone replacement therapy can be a big decision, so it's important to know if it's the right decision for you. Tune into JJ's answer where she shares a blueprint to help you decide if hormone replacement is right for...

"How do I rid bloating and make my stomach flat?" asks Chris K from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, bloat is usually connected to the foods you are eating. In this episode, she breaks down the top foods which cause bloating, and how we can remedy this in our diets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

"I have adrenal fatigue and I don't know what to do about it. Other than a supplement I was provided, what else can I do?" asks nyc_qtpie from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Adrenal fatigue can be a confusing condition to treat. In this episode, JJ shares with us the various causes, as well as some actionable tools...

"As a rule, do you recommend that women take estrogen replacements after menopause?" asks TBL Ruth from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, there are many factors to consider after menopause. Tune into the full answer where she breaks these strategies down, and gives us the tools and tests we need to optimize...

Our guest today is Todd White, bio-hacker and founder of Dry Farm Wines. Todd joins JJ to talk about the wine industry and the little-known secrets that may be causing unwanted side effects when you indulge in a glass or two. The truth is, most wine is made with more sugar and alcohol than is necessary - and that’s what causes unwanted side effects like headaches, nausea, or a full-blown hangover....

"Is collagen an important supplement to take to address aging?" asks Jessica from Instagram. Here with our answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. Collagen is a key protein needed to address aging. In this episode, Rachel explains the key factors to look at when considering a collagen supplement. If you've ever been confused by the multitude of collagen supplements out...

"What can I do if I've noticed hair loss?" asks Tami from Facebook. Here to answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. Hair loss can be a tricky issue to work through. In this episode, Rachel lays out the most effective tools and technologies we can use to work with hair loss. Use the promo code JJVIRGIN for 15% off of a One on One Consultation with Rachel at RachelVarga.c...

"What are your favorite biohacking tests and gadgets?" asks Katie from the Beauty & the Biohacker Podcast. Here with our answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. Biohacking can be an incredible tool to optimize our health and wellness. In this episode, Rachel shares her favorite biohacking tools that you can use to supercharge your health. Use the promo code JJVIRGIN for...

"Do we really need to wear sunscreen every day even if it's not sunny outside?" asks Mila from The Rachel Varga Podcast. Here to answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. In this episode, Rachel gives us a crash course in UV rays, how they affect our skin, and why sunscreen is essential for skin health. Use the promo code JJVIRGIN for 15% off of a One on One Consultation...

"What do you think about collagen supplements for the skin?" asks Linda from YouTube. Here with our answer is Rachel Varga, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist. According to Rachel, collagen supplements can be a great tool for skin health. Tune in to the full episode to learn if they may be right for you and what the most effective type of collagen supplements are. Use the promo code JJVIRG...

Sarah Fragoso and Dr. Brooke Kalanick share a passion for helping women live bigger, better lives. Their recently-released book, Hangry, helps women understand the powerful impact that hormones can have on hunger, energy levels, and mood, and how to balance your hormones so you can feel better fast! Listen as Dr. Brooke and Sarah share how the hormone hierarchy can help you figure out which hormon...

"Can you explain how sweet potatoes and squashes are good foods for fat loss?" asks magda_healthcoach from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the essential requirements of a healthy meal and how sweet potatoes and squash fit into this picture. In addition, she gives some more specific food recomme...

"I'm interested in a diet for weight loss in stages of menopause. Any tips?" asks Lisa from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ gives a variety of actionable advice ranging from diet to stress management. This is an info-packed episode you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

"If I eat protein shakes daily, can it cause a food intolerance?" asks Debbie from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ shows us how to build an extremely nutritious protein shake. She points out the common pitfalls which can contribute to food intolerances and how to avoid them. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

"Should I avoid meat that is fed a corn-based diet while testing my food intolerances?" asks Kerri from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, you are what you eat. In her answer, she applies this principle to what we feed the animals we eat. Tune in for the full story and how to make sure you're doin...