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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.

Well Beyond 40 JJ Virgin

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    • 4.6 • 744 Ratings

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.

    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!
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    • 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
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    • 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
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    • 15 min
    The Busy Brain Cure with Dr. Romie Mushtaq

    The Busy Brain Cure with Dr. Romie Mushtaq

    Do you feel like your brain has a dozen tabs open and you can’t focus on any of them? Maybe you feel anxious, wired, or exhausted, or you notice you just aren’t as productive and good at things as you used to be.
    If so, you could have a busy brain… and Dr. Romie Mushtaq is here to help.
    In this fascinating discussion, Dr. Mushtaq, a board-certified physician and neurologist, reveals the connection between neuroinflammation and a laundry list of issues, from stress eating to adult-onset ADD. Then, she shares her groundbreaking SHIFT protocol and explains how you can use micro-habits to calm inflammation, conquer chronic stress, sleep deeply, and finally leave burnout behind.
     
    This episode is a must-listen for everyone!
     
    FULL show notes: https://jjvirgin.com/busybrain
     
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    • 30 min
    The Secret Way to Boost Collagen for Younger Looking Skin

    The Secret Way to Boost Collagen for Younger Looking Skin

    Can you get younger-looking skin without expensive treatments? Yes!
    Sure, lasers, filler, and Botox can be great, but you don’t need them to achieve plump, glowing skin. In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite natural ways to boost your collagen—and they’re all backed by science. From important nutrients to surprisingly helpful habits, with these little-known strategies, you could get your best results yet.
    Before you book that med spa appointment, listen to this episode!
    FULL show notes: https://jjvirgin.com/boostcollagen
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    • 15 min
    How to Get W.A.Y. Better Sleep with Dr. Peter Martone

    How to Get W.A.Y. Better Sleep with Dr. Peter Martone

    What do hormone imbalances, digestive issues, and breathing have in common?

    According to Dr. Peter Martone, a neurostructural sleep specialist, they’re all controlled by a nerve you may be damaging in your sleep. 
     
    In this episode, he joins me to explain the connection between your sleep, your spine, and your health. He shares how a loss of the cervical-spine curve could cause unexpected chronic symptoms—and what you can do to start turning things around tonight.






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    • 38 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
744 Ratings

744 Ratings

GGinPacNW ,

Help and Thank you

You are such an inspiration at 60 years old and I love listening to your podcast. I have learned so much. I am 65 years old and a lifetime fad dieter. Fortunately, I have kept exercising all these years and kept fairly lean but not lean enough. I am overwhelmed by your books, over 1000 podcast episodes and all the other resources. Can you help me where I start? I desperately need to get off about 15 pounds and 5-7% body fat. Where do I start and what do I do to lose fat fast? I would greatly appreciate an episode with your current protocol and diet recommendations. Thank you so much.

opinionssarav ,

Peter matrone??!!!

Our spines break down when we sleep?? Lose structure..bone…what??!!
Get people on your show whose information is backed by science.

enerrs ,

Let the guests talk

Lots of great info and love her enthusiasm and dedication. However, she constantly interrupts her guests to bring the conversation back to her. Shhhh.

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