Jj Virgin Lifestyle Show

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 information on natural living. Listen to find out Katie's top tips on how to help your kids eat healthy, plus strategies for feeding your family nutritious foods while still maintaining your budget. She’ll also share the simple things you can do to organize your life and get your kids more involved in household jobs. Katie’s a true inspiration, and she’s dedicated to helping you and your family live your very best life! Get Katie Wells’s free Magnesium Guide by going to JJVirgin.com/wellnessmama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 are interested in introducing this healthy food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 foods and lifestyle choices to help with bone health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 butter in general, this is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 nutrients for health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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? ;) Shawn has also personally overcome various health issues including Epstein-Barr Virus, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, depression, insomnia, obesity, and a pituitary tumor. Wow! He’s been on a quest for better health and wellness, and now he’s sharing what he’s found with you. Plus, Shawn shares what a ‘foodgasm’ is...you won’t want to miss that! Find out your fasting type by taking Shawn’s free Fasting Quiz at fastingquiz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 auto-immune disease and wants to upgrade their health. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"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 use. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is my tap water safe to drink?" asks Joan S from Facebook for the Smart Human. Here to answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. This is one of Dr. Cohen's favorite topics. Tune in as she shares her expertise on the healthiest ways to get your water. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What things help with lupus and ulcerative colitis?" asks Betty Welborn Dean from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. In her answer, Dr. Cohen presents a wide array of actionable solutions. These are things we all should take into consideration for our health. If you are interested in improving your overall health, tune in to this information-packed episode. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Do toxins get stored in fat?" asks mtmcoach from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Aly Cohen, tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. According to Dr. Cohen, this is very true. Tune in to her answer where she unveils the various ways that toxins can embed themselves in fat. If you want to raise your awareness of toxicity and learn how to reduce it in your life, this episode is a must-listen. For more information on navigating through the toxins present all around us, check out Household Items You Should Throw Away NOW on Dr. Cohen's site, The Smart Human, at thesmarthuman.com/household-items-you-should-throw-away-now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leanne Ely is the bestselling author of more than ten published books, and she joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about The Hot Melt Diet: her newest eating plan that will help you melt unwanted pounds away. Listen as Leanne explains why it's key to include healthy fats in your diet and how to train your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar, plus how The Hot Melt Diet can help you reap the rewards of a ketogenic diet while still being customized to your individual needs. To top it all off, as the creator of the amazing meal-planning website called Saving Dinner, Leanne shares her scrumptious, fat-burning recipes. Bon appetit! Get Leanne Ely’s free, fat-burning recipes by going to JJVirgin.com/hotmelt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I need help lowering my blood pressure. Any tips?" asks donnabcruzie from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in holistic nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. According to JJ, the key lies in the fundamentals: nutrition and exercise. Tune in to hear the full answer where she lays out the multitude of solutions to help lower blood pressure and decrease stress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I'm on day 8 of The Virgin Diet and So. Much. Gas! What am I doing wrong?" asks Jen from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, certified exercise physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ breaks down some of the prominent reasons for excess gas. Tune in to hear the full answer where she provides actionable advice on the key dietary modifications to try if you are experiencing this problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Is there a JJ Virgin keto diet plan?" asks Pamneum from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ outlines the difference between sugar burners and fat burners, and why this is essential when considering a keto diet. Tune in to hear the full answer where she shares the full recommended progression into a healthy keto diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"My CRP was very high. What do you recommend to lower inflammation?" asks Vivian Cid from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, certified exercise physiologist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. According to JJ, there are three fundamental factors we have to look at in addressing inflammation. Tune in to hear her full answer where she addresses each factor and provides an action plan on how to manage and help inflammation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Does it matter which week I test the four foods on The Virgin Diet?" asks Cari Holley Weaver from Facebook. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, board-certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ breaks down the fundamentals of The Virgin Diet, as well as the purpose of re-testing the four foods. If you are currently on or thinking about trying The Virgin Diet, this episode is an essential listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what your brain chooses to pay attention to and why? In today’s episode, JJ interviews Double Board Certified Psychiatrist, Founder of Amen Clinics, and 12x New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Daniel Amen, about the inner psychological dragons we all have. And that unless you recognize and deal with these dragons, they can steal your happiness, spoil your relationships, and sabotage your health. In Dr. Amen’s new book, Your Brain Is Always Listening; he equips you with powerful weapons to battle the inner dragons that are breathing fire on your brain, driving unhealthy behaviors, and robbing you of joy and contentment. And in today’s episode, he breaks down the origin story of the dragons, what triggers them, and how to tame them. Plus, you’ll learn which dragon is driving the epidemic of teen suicide and what to do about it, especially in the wake of the recent pandemic. Dr. Amen gives us not just hope but specific strategies to turn things around so you can stop feeling sad,

"Is allulose a good sugar alternative?" asks Francois from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. David Brady, licensed naturopathic medical physician and board-certified in functional medicine. Dr. Brady is an expert on the healthiest sugar alternatives, and he shares his expertise with us in this episode. Tune in to hear his breakdown of the various options, and how allulose stacks up. Love chocolate and want to optimize your health? Check out FX Chocolate, a great way to get crucial supplements in a tasty form, at jjvirgin.com/fx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices