Jj Virgin Lifestyle Show

Chris Kresser is the co-director of the California Center for Functional Medicine, and the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Paleo Cure. He is best known for his in-depth research, uncovering myths and misconceptions in mainstream medicine, and providing natural health solutions with proven results. Chris was named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Health and Wellness by Greatist.com, and he has recently launched the Kresser Institute, where he is training functional medicine practitioners in an ancestral health perspective. Today Chris tells us when, if ever, there is a place for the increasingly popular low-carb and ketogenic diets.   Key Takeaways: [2:15] Chris urges caution with low-carb diets. [4:19] What is a low-carb diet? [5:55] In what situations might ketosis be helpful? [7:07] Could a ketogenic diet be harmful? [10:25] How does Chris feel about intermittent fasting? [11:35] All carbohydrates are not created equal. [13:23] What does Chris eat every day? [15:03] What else doe

Haylie Pomroy has spent 20 years helping people lose weight, overcome health challenges, and reach their ideal health. She is a four-time New York Times bestselling author and, thanks to producer Mason Novick and Dr. Oz, she’s also known as the “Metabolism Whisperer.”   Key Takeaways: [1:24] Haylie went through her own health crisis, which led her to learn all she could about health. [1:50] It all comes down to food. [2:27] Haylie got her nickname, the “Metabolism Whisperer,” from Mason Novick and Dr. Oz. [3:00] Can you really change your metabolism? [3:54] Haylie likes to travel, ride horses, and cook with her family. [4:47] Haylie had food allergies and eczema as a child. [4:56] Haylie was diagnosed with ITP but was able to turn her health around, through the study of food and micronutrients. [5:57] We’re just starting to talk about autoimmune disease, but it’s a huge problem. [6:10] Patients with autoimmune disease don’t always get the right support from their doctors. [6:41] Haylie’s book dese

So much of what we search for outside is already available inside our own minds and bodies. In today’s episode, Alexi and Preston offer simple tools to help you tap into your inner wisdom. Learn how to use everything from breathing to perspective to integrate psychology, neurology, and biology and find the best version of yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer Bock, the queen of fermentation, talks about how fermented food in the kitchen helps your health. Learn how to make your own fermented food and what to choose at the grocery store. You are worthy — dare to live a life that matters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how to change your body by recognizing your strengths and listening to the messages they send. Get rid of self-judgment and achieve your dream weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, we’re exploring the definition of the mind with Dan Siegel and questioning the old belief that the mind being equals the brain. Years of research from professionals in different fields has revealed a new concept of the mind, which has provided new tools for mental health. Listen to this deep and altogether practical podcast, and redefine your ideas about the brain and the mind! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you struggle with anxiety, then you know how it can alter your life, including your relationships and career. There’s hope, and my guest today is a great place to start. Nationally renowned psychologist Dr. Joan Rosenberg has been the featured expert on numerous national TV shows and in documentary films, and she’s developed a groundbreaking way to master your emotions. Today she’ll explain the real source of anxiety, the meaning behind the uncomfortable physical symptoms it brings, and how to ride that wave to a place of strength and emotional resilience. Dr. Joan’s voice alone is enough to reassure and calm you, but what she has to say can change your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been three decades since a mentor first challenged my beliefs about what I deserved and dared me to dream bigger. It scared me and inspired me then, and it still does today! My guest today is Christy Whitman, and she specializes in helping people reach for more. Today we’ll talk about what it really means to “have it all,” and what it takes to get there. The abundance mindset goes far beyond money or love. Learning to believe in your potential and appreciate your present can open up possibilities you never considered. Listen in, and start practicing the art of having it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of the greatest dieting myths are that eating too many calories or too much fat is what leads to weight gain. Today's guest, Cassie Bjork (a.k.a. "Dietitian Cassie"), has been down the low-fat, low-calorie road. She ended up with a terrible sugar addiction and a conviction that what she learned in dietitian school was all wrong. Since then, she's made it her business to spread the word that long cardio and low-fat eating are the fastest ways to feel hungry, fatigued, and stressed. Listen in as she explains how to avoid the inflammation and weight gain that come from old-school dieting and what to do instead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today, Dr. Aviva Romm, is no less than "The Face of Natural Medicine in the 21st Century," according to Prevention magazine. And while she has almost three decades of exemplary medical training and a thriving practice, it's her role as a woman and mother that really brings her here today. Together we'll tackle a potentially life-saving question: how do you navigate the differences in healthcare for women? Women are more likely to have their symptoms dismissed or opinions discounted. They're also more likely to stay quiet about pain or fatigue. My gender certainly affected the way doctors treated me after my son Grant's near-fatal accident. If you're a woman or have a mom, wife, or daughter you love, this is one episode you can't afford to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is Dr. Michael Murray, one of the world's leading experts on natural medicine. After authoring 30 books featuring natural approaches to health and the benefits of good nutrition, he's got some great advice about the right way to supplement to look and feel your best. Today's show will demystify the supplement aisle and help you choose a smart, straightforward daily regimen of vitamins and supplements to protect your health. He'll also share a few secrets about the most recent advances, including a supplement made of the same components as intergalactic dust -- no joke! You don't want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever get halfway through the day without even touching your to-do list? With all the demands of home, work, and modern living, it's easy to get caught up in a pattern of responding to the world around us, rather than being intentional in our choices. My guest today is Jonathan Fields: father, husband, award-winning author, and head of the Good Life Project. Jonathan is here to talk about how to make mindful decisions about your goals and relationships. If your health keeps taking a backseat in your daily routine or you feel like you need to hit "reset" on your priorities, today's show is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your thyroid affects your health in dozens of ways, from appetite and weight gain to sleep habits and energy levels -- even your sex drive. It's worth taking the time to find out whether you're one of the 25 million Americans with thyroid issues, and our guest today is the perfect person to help. Dr. Alan Christianson is a New York Times best-selling author whose books include The Adrenal Reset Diet and Healing Hashimoto's: A Savvy Patient's Guide, and he'll explain the warning signs of thyroid disease, what tests you should ask your doctor about, and natural ways you can protect and heal your entire adrenal system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever struggled with what to feed your kids or find they seem to bounce from one ear infection to the next, I've got the perfect guest for you today! Dr. Sheila Kilbane is a board-certified pediatrician who works with families to use natural and nutritional therapies to get to the root of kids' health problems. Instead of simply treating symptoms or disease, it's time to start using diet and naturopathic practices to prevent health issues before they happen. The success stories and insight she shares today will make you rethink what you know about taking care of your kids or grandkids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's show is all about confidence. My listeners often tell me they have issues related to self-worth, so it's time to take a step back from the specifics of your physical health and focus on how your confidence plays into your happiness and success. My guest today, Dr. Sharon Melnick, will explain why confidence is like "emotional oxygen" and how you can quickly shift to a more positive and productive self-image. Dr. Melnick is a best-selling author and leading authority on psychology and stress resilience, and you don't want to miss her insight into this important topic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're discussing a brand new topic on today's show: how to develop your own life philosophy -- in other words, the way you want to live based on your values and goals. According to my guest, renowned entrepreneur Dr. Patrick Gentempo, you already HAVE a health philosophy, even though you may not be aware of it. Defining that philosophy determines how you'll survive an accident or disease, as well as how you deal with daily stress. The question is what is your personal health philosophy, and do your choices match it? Listen in for help finding the answers, plus tips for taking proactive steps in the right direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've even dabbled in eating Paleo, then you probably already know my guest today. Diane Sanfilippo is the author of Practical Paleo, known by many as the Paleo diet bible. Today we'll discuss the ins and outs of Paleo nutrition, including why low-carb isn't always the answer. My own diet and health philosophy has a lot in common with Diane's, and I think you're going to enjoy our discussion of how to regulate your blood sugar and get the activity you need to look and feel great. Listen in as Diane shares what she eats in a typical day and great tips about how to balance your plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty-seven million Americans have some type of thyroid dysfunction, and many don't even know it. Conventional medicine dictates that thyroid issues be treated with medication or surgery. But there are many more holistic options that can restore your thyroid function, and my guest today will explain why. Dr. Amy Meyers is the best-selling author of The Autoimmune Solution, and her new book, The Thyroid Connection, explains how to use diet and other integrative medicine approaches to heal your thyroid. Dr. Meyers has a super interesting background and an amazing take on autoimmune disease that you can't afford to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Menopause doesn't have to be a fog of hot flashes, insomnia, and weight gain, and in our podcast today, you'll learn why. My guest is Dr. Anna Cabeca, an incredible woman and physician who really walks the talk. In addition to being a board-certified OB/GYN, she's an expert in women's health and functional medicine, and she's going to share something absolutely groundbreaking that I think will change how every one of us looks at hormone management. Listen in as she explains some of the key lessons she's learned about how to manage the symptoms of menopause and their underlying causes. You don't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling fatigued is like permanently carrying around lead weights - even the simplest tasks become a struggle. Fatigue is a common issue, and there are clear steps you can take to feel better. Today we're going to explore the root causes of fatigue and how to reclaim your energy. My guest today is functional medicine practitioner Dr. Carri Drzyzga. She's the author of the book Reclaim Your Energy and Feel Normal Again, and she'll reveal the common root causes of fatigue, including vitamin deficiencies, hormones, and diet. We'll also talk about natural steps you can take to eliminate fatigue so you can get back to living the life you love.
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