Well Beyond 40

"I'm 40, why does my body feel so broken?" asks Leigh during a consultation. Here to answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. In her answer, Dr. Kyrin explains the biology of what is happening as we age into our 40s. Listen to the full answer where she breaks down the hormonal details of why this is happening, and the action you can take to get your bo...

"My OB told me that bioidentical hormones don't work. Is that true?" asks Brenda from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. According to Dr. Kyrin, this is a common and dangerous misconception. Tune in to hear the full answer where she breaks down the importance and utility of bioidentical hormones. For more from Dr. Kryin D...

"Can I have a healthy menopause without hormone replacements?" asks Michelle from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. Great question! In Dr. Kryin's answer, she tells us the story of her clinical experience with hormone replacements. Tune in to hear her deconstruct some of the myths behind hormone replacements, and get to the tru...

"I am so confused about what to do for my health in menopause. Why is it so hard to know the right thing to do?" asks Tabatha from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Kyrin Dunston, Board Certified OBGYN and Functional Medicine Specialist. According to Dr. Kyrin, this confusion is very common. In her answer, she shares with us her expertise and personal experience with menopause and lays out so...

Veronique Cardon's health and weight struggles started when she moved to the United States and began working in a high-stress job as a corporate executive. Realizing she needed to make a change, Veronique embarked on a journey to become a holistic nutritionist and heal herself. Along the way, she discovered that the key to weight loss success starts with changing the way you think. That's how the...

"I need encouragement and motivation with my overall health plan. Can you help?" asks Christy from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Staying consistent on your plan is the most important factor for success. In her answer, JJ gives us several concrete and actionable techniques to stay motivated and consistent with our...

"What do you think about having a small bowl of oatmeal at night instead of a main meal at dinner time and then eating more at lunchtime? Healthy?" asks Christy from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in holistic nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ explains that it's not just "what" you eat, but also "how" and "when" you eat. Tune in to the full ep...

"I've been hearing about carb cycling. Would you care to share the pros and cons?" asks swisshahn from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, carb cycling is an important practice to consider when working with your diet. Tune in to hear the full episode where she explains the purpose of carb cycling and varying your di...

"How would your body know if you need magnesium? How much is a healthy dose to consume each day?" asks swisshahn from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. Magnesium is one of the most discussed mineral supplements around. And there is a reason why. In this episode, JJ lays out all of the great benefits magnesium brings....

"What is your top advice for adult pimples?" asks sezifit from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, there are a few key factors that must be considered when dealing with skin health. Tune in to the full episode where she addresses each one and provides actionable advice to get your skin back on track. Learn mor...

Did you know that the average American consumes food or a beverage 16 times a day?! That’s right. 16 TIMES. Snacking culture, rushed schedules, and coffee drive-thru contributes to that. Cynthia Thurlow, a seasoned nurse practitioner and a globally recognized intermittent fasting expert for women, joins JJ to discuss an alternative to the ‘snack-pocalypse: Intermittent Fasting. Cynthia deep dives...

"What happens when people lower iodine?" asks Carly B from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. In his answer, Dr. Christianson describes how low iodine diets are utilized for multiple health purposes. If you are curious about the effects of low iodine in the body, this episode is a must-listen. For mor...

"What about iodine and breast health?" asks Alex from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. According to Dr. Christianson, this is an often confused point. Tune in to hear his full answer where he describes the origin of the connection between breast health and iodine, and how we can correctly understand the...

"Are some people iodine deficient?" asks Simone from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. In his answer, Dr. Christianson explains the history of iodine deficiency and how it has evolved over the years. He identifies the groups and demographics of people who are most likely to be iodine-deficient, as w...

"Is iodine good or bad?" asks Jason from Facebook. Here to answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. Iodine is a unique and often confusing nutrient. In his answer, Dr. Christianson breaks down the purpose of iodine in the body, as well as the danger of excessive intake. If you want to get clear on this complex nutrient, this episo...

"Can thyroid disease get better?" asks Christine G from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Alan Christianson, naturopathic physician and author of NYT bestseller The Thyroid Reset Diet. According to Dr. Christianson, this is an important and often asked question. In his answer, he brings his expertise on the different types of thyroid disease and their respective remission rates. For more from...

Katie Wells is known as The Wellness Mama for good reason! She's a mom of 6, an award-winning blogger, and was recently named one of the 100 most influential people in health and wellness. In today's podcast episode, Katie shares her personal story of how she turned to nutrition to find the solution to her own health struggles and along the way, created an amazing community with a wealth of inform...

"What are the recommended guidelines with flaxseed?" asks Nadine Hamilton from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the amazing health benefits of flaxseed. She also provides actionable advice on how to implement it into your diet to maximize the benefits. This episode is a must-listen if you a...

"I have been recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Can you recommend what I should eat?" asks Debra Baxter from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, there are some key considerations to make when thinking about bone health. In her answer, she outlines all the key nutrients to seek out as well as some specific fo...

"What is the best brand of almond butter to buy?" asks Nancy Jurish from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. With so many additives that sneak their way in, this is an important question. Tune into JJ's answer where she breaks down what to look out for when purchasing almond butter. If you enjoy almond butter or nut butt...

"How many times a week should I burst train?" asks Safeena Kauser from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, certified exercise physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, burst training is an essential aspect of exercise to consider. Tune in to hear her full answer where she describes the amazing benefits of burst training as well as the best ways to introduce it into your...

"Are there any good supplements you recommend for cider vinegar?" asks yiny_r from Instagram. Here with our answer is none other than JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the great benefits of apple cider vinegar, as well as the best forms to get it in your diet. She also breaks down some other key foods we can eat to get key nutrient...

Shawn Wells, the world’s leading nutritional biochemist and expert on Health Optimization, has formulated over 500 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals. He joins JJ on today’s podcast to talk about increasing energy through diet, exercise, and one other component that you’ll have to listen to learn what it is. Hint: you spend hours doing it every day...but are you doing it right? ;) Sh...

"Can someone with auto-immune disease get off their immune suppressing drugs?" asks Paul, a patient from Dr. Aly Cohen's practice. Here with our answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. Dr. Cohen breaks down the fundamental steps to take in dealing with auto-immune disease. This episode is important for anyone struggling with au...

"Are all personal care products safe?" asks Kim H from Facebook for the Smart Human. Here with our answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. According to Dr. Cohen, many personal care products may not be entirely safe! Tune in to hear her full answer where she provides useful advice on how to understand which products are safe to...