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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.

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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.

    Reset Your Energy, Mind, and Body with Chalene Johnson

    Reset Your Energy, Mind, and Body with Chalene Johnson

    Have you noticed changes in your body after hitting 40? Things like unexpected weight gain, an increased craving for sweets, more stress, or challenges to your mental health as you navigate through menopause? If these sound familiar, you're in for a treat.
    Join me for an enlightening conversation with the remarkable Chalene Johnson, a fitness legend who has gracefully transitioned into a wellness champion. 
    With Chalene's guidance, you'll discover practical steps to not only safeguard your health during menopause but enhance it, too. She opens up about her personal journey of self-discovery, listening intently to her body, and prioritizing what genuinely matters. Beyond her insightful revelations, Chalene generously offers her 14-day energy reset program for free!
    This episode promises to be a beacon of inspiration and actionable advice for anyone looking to thrive during menopause and beyond. Trust us, you won't want to miss out on this empowering dialogue. Tune in to transform your life with the wisdom and warmth of Chalene Johnson.
    Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/chalene
    Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com
    Website: https://chalene.com/
    Learn more about Chalene Johnson: https://chalene.com/about/
    Chalene’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chalenejohnson/
    Chalene’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson
    Download your free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/resistance-training-yt-1
    Keep learning about hormone replacement therapy: https://jjvirgin.com/what-to-know-about-hormone-replacement-therapy-for-menopause/
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    Get Chalene’s 14-Day Energy Reset for Women Over 40: https://myselfagain.com

    • 31 min
    7 Simple Exercises to Boost Fat Loss After Menopause

    7 Simple Exercises to Boost Fat Loss After Menopause

    Menopause can make you lose your butt and gain a gut… and believe it or not, your metabolism may not be to blame. 
    So if the problem isn't metabolism, what is it? That’s what I’m explaining in this episode. Then, I’m sharing proven strategies to build muscle, reduce deep belly fat, enhance insulin sensitivity, and get hormonal weight gain under control—including seven exercises to get things moving in the right direction.

    Give it a listen right now to start making fat-burning moves today!
    Full show notes: https://jjvirgin.com/menopauseexercise
    Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos
    Subscribe to my podcast: https://subscribetojj.com
    Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book
    Use my Protein Calculator: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/7-day-protein-challenge-int-1
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    Download my free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/resistance-training-yt-1
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    Watch How Much Protein Do You Really Need Over 40?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9uVlcJZHEI

    • 15 min
    Break Free From Toxins with Dr. Tom O'Bryan

    Break Free From Toxins with Dr. Tom O'Bryan

    Do you really know what it’s like to feel great?


    Dr. Tom O'Bryan is betting you don’t—and that could be a result of toxic exposure. In this conversation, he explains how your body accumulates toxins like microplastics over a lifetime and how they cause low-grade inflammation, odd symptoms, and ultimately, illness. We cover how this phenomenon can potentially affect your thyroid, hormones, and quality of life; what you can do about it; and why even those who eat organic foods and use clean products need to pay attention.

    If you want to understand the science of toxicity and get clear, actionable advice on lowering your toxic burden, tune in to this episode!
    Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/inflammationequation
    Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com
    Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book
    Learn more about Dr. Tom O’Bryan: https://thedr.com/about/
    Take the Total Tox Burden Test: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/test/TotalToxBurden
    The Wheat Zoomer: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/test/WheatZoomer
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    JJ Virgin’s 10-Day Protein-Powered Detox Program: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/all/products/10-day-protein-powered-detox-program
    Read which houseplant absorbs toxins: https://thedr.com/plants/
    Read Early-Onset Dementia and Alzheimer's Rates Grow for Younger American Adults: https://www.bcbs.com/the-health-of-america/reports/early-onset-dementia-alzheimers-disease-affecting-younger-american-adults
    Read Combining the Mediterranean Diet and the Gluten-Free Diet: https://www.bidmc.org/-/media/files/beth-israel-org/centers-and-departments/digestive-disease-center/celiac-center/mediterranean-gf-diethandout-08-31-2018ak-md-js.ashx
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    Study: JAMA Internal Medicine: Association Between Pesticide Residue Intake From Consumption of Fruits and Vegetables and Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women Undergoing Infertility Treatment With Assisted Reproductive Technology: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5814112/
    Study: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences: Rapid single-particle chemical imaging of nanoplastics by SRS microscopy: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2300582121
    Kooru Cold plunge: Go to https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ and use code JJVIP500 for $500 off.
    Watch The Inflammation Equation: https://theinflammationequation.com/

    • 34 min
    The ULTIMATE Guide to Healthy Eating for Women Over 40

    The ULTIMATE Guide to Healthy Eating for Women Over 40

    Once you hit 40, the rules change. You can’t eat the way you used to and expect the same results. If you want to stay fit and healthy—and who doesn’t?—you’ve got to take a new approach.

    In this episode, I’m sharing my top healthy eating strategies to help you boost your metabolism, improve your gut health, balance your hormones, and start aging powerfully. You just might end up feeling better than you did at 20!

    Let’s dive in!
    Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/dietover40
    Subscribe to my podcast: http://subscribetojj.com
    Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos
    Read my book, Sugar Impact Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/books/products/sugar-impact-diet-paperback-book
    Download your free Resistance Training Cheat Sheet: https://www.jjvirgin.com/power
    Try my 7-Day Eat Protein First Challenge: http://jjvirgin.com/7day
    Listen to Cook to Heal Your Hormones with Dr. Alan Christianson: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/cook-to-heal-your-hormones-with-dr-alan-christianson-ep-563/

    Get to know Dr. Alan Christianson: https://www.drchristianson.com/
    Listen to Bone Broth Benefits to Get Slimmer and Younger with Dr. Kellyann Petrucci: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/bone-broth-benefits-to-get-slimmer-and-younger-with-dr-kellyann-petrucci-ep-409/
    Get to know Dr. Kellyann Petrucci: https://drkellyann.com/pages/about-dr-kellyann
    Inner Wellness, Outer Beauty: Your Anti-Aging Cheat Sheet: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/anti-aging-cheat-sheet-yt-1
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    Reignite Wellness™ Chocolate Paleo Bone Broth Protein Shake: https://reignitewellness.com/collections/all/products/chocolate-paleo-bone-broth-protein-shake?_pos=1&_fid=945e97b07&_ss=c
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    Reignite Wellness™ Amino Power Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/amino-power-powder
    Watch 6 Things I Stopped Doing Once I Turned 50 for Better Longevity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq95QeeS3tU
    How Much Collagen Do You Need?: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/what-to-eat-when-to-eat-and-why-for-heart-health-ep-491/
     

    • 16 min
    Does Trauma Cause Illness? with Dr. Sara Gottfried

    Does Trauma Cause Illness? with Dr. Sara Gottfried

    What do autoimmune conditions, cardiovascular disease, chronic pain, rashes, joint pain, and fatigue have in common? 
    They’re among the dozens of chronic health conditions associated with childhood trauma.
    This discovery is revolutionizing medicine, and in this episode, my dear friend Dr. Sara Gottfried joins me to unpack it all. In our discussion, Dr. Gottfried shares both clinical insights and her personal experiences of the ways unresolved trauma can surface in our physical health.

    We also cover how it happens, the signs you’re living with the effects of trauma, and most importantly, what you can do now to get free of the past—from traditional therapies to the emerging research on psychedelics. 
    It’s a fascinating conversation! If you’ve tried everything to feel better and nothing’s helped, this information could bring you hope.
    FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/autoimmunecure
    Subscribe to my podcast: https://subscribetojj.com
    Read my book, The Virgin Diet: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/the-virgin-diet-paperback
    Learn more about Dr. Sara Gottfried https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/
    Follow Dr. Gottfried on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saragottfriedmd
    Read The Autoimmune Cure: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063265206/
    Read Hormone Reset Diet: https://www.amazon.com/Hormone-Reset-Diet-Metabolism-Pounds/dp/0062316257
    Read The Hormone Cure: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451666950
    Read Younger: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062316273
    Read Women Food and Hormones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0358345413.
    Read Brain Body Diet: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Body-Diet-Energized-Happy/dp/0062655957/
    Answer The ACE Questionnaire: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/discover-your-ace-score/
    Listen to How to Shift Your Body Weight Set Point with Dr. Sara Gottfried: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/shift-body-weight-set-point-dr-sara-gottfried-278/
    Listen to Women, Food, and Hormones with Dr. Sara Gottfried: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/bonus-episode-dr-sara-gottfried/
    Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html#:~:text=The CDC-Kaiser Permanente adverse,two waves of data collection.
    Keep learning about Johns Hopkins Psychedelic Research: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/psychiatry/research/psychedelics-research
    Keep learning about Robin Carhart-Harris Psychedelic Researcher: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/r.carhart-harris
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    Theia Health Continuous Glucose Monitor: https://join.theiahealth.ai/c/jj
    Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/
    Get Dr. Sara’s Guide to Tracking Your Blood Sugar: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/track-your-blood-sugar/
    Take The ACE Questionnaire: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/discover-your-ace-score/
    Grab a free pdf of optimal labs when you purchase her books!

    • 32 min
    9 Foods That Supercharge Your Brain Health – Eat These Daily!

    9 Foods That Supercharge Your Brain Health – Eat These Daily!

    Want a really simple way to boost your brain health? Eat more of the right foods.
    With a few simple tweaks to your diet, you can give your brain the nutrients it needs to function at its best. Even better, these foods are delicious, versatile, and super easy to find. In this episode, I’m telling you which foods to get more of, how they help, and I’m even sharing a few tips for incorporating them into your meals.
    If you want to keep brain fog, inflammation, and cognitive decline at bay, you don’t want to miss this one!
    FULL show notes: jjvirgin.com/brainfood
    Subscribe to my podcast: https://subscribetojj.com
    Watch the FULL VIDEO on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jjvirginvideos
    Get 60 FREE delicious, protein-packed shake recipes in my Eat Protein First Smoothie Guide: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/loaded-smoothie-cookbook-yt-1
    Download 5 Gut-Healing Strategies for Lasting Energy and Weight Loss: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/5-ways-to-heal-your-gut-yt-1
    VIDEO Do 3 Things as Soon as You Wake Up for Peak Energy ALL Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQn3myTrju0
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    Get wild-caught fish and seafood from Vital Choice: https://vitalchoice.sjv.io/daKYGy
    Reignite WellnessTM Omega Plus: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/omega-plus
    Reignite WellnessTM Amino Power Powder: https://store.jjvirgin.com/products/amino-power-powder
    Reignite WellnessTM Extra Fiber: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/extra-fiber
    Reignite WellnessTM Curcumin Chews: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/curcumin-chews
    Butcherbox grass-fed & grass-finished beef: http://butcherbox.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2&aff_id=1330
    Try Bulletproof Coffee: https://bulletproof.fdf2.net/JDoYq
    Try Pique Tea: https://www.piquetea.com/?rfsn=2861870.fbd50&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=email

    • 15 min

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