Dr. Kelly Brogan is a holistic psychiatrist and she’s created quite a stir with her recent book, A Mind of Your Own, in which she talks about treating mental illness conditions without medication. In this podcast, Dr. Brogan explains what really causes depression and how medication can make things worse in the long run. Listen as she explains why your mindset is critical for healing and how to improve your mental health naturally with diet and lifestyle interventions. If you struggle with brain ...
Sep 20, 2017•36 min•Season 1Ep. 180
JJ talks with Dr. Brian Mowll to separate fact from fiction when it comes to slow metabolism, as he reveals how insulin and glucose levels influence your metabolic rate. Although there are certain factors that can impact your metabolism, no one is doomed to have a slow one forever! There are steps you can take to speed up your metabolism and resensitize your cells to insulin so that you can start burning fat for fuel and feeling great. Learn everything you need to know to begin your plan of acti...
Sep 13, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Yasmina Ykelenstam was suffering from debilitating symptoms and couldn’t get the help she needed from doctors. Frustrated and sick, she turned to her skills as a journalist and uncovered the true source of her health issues: histamines. Listen as she explains common symptoms of histamine issues and how to solve them using a 4-week elimination diet. If you suspect you have problems with histamines, don’t miss this episode, where we uncover which foods to avoid and who to consult to get the best c...
Sep 06, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 178
JJ Virgin meets with Chef Lance to explore the ins and outs of bone broth. Chef Lance is a pioneer in the bone broth industry, proudly producing the only bone broth made with spring water and on a mission to heal the planet with bone broth! Listen to learn about the benefits of bone broth and how you can incorporate this amazing elixir in your diet to heal from illness and improve your health. Find out what to look for when choosing bone broth and how to make your own so that you can experience ...
Aug 30, 2017•33 min•Season 1Ep. 177
Tim O’Horgan, JJ’s fiancé, joins her in this podcast, to share how the two encourage each other to maintain healthy diet and lifestyle habits. Tim wasn’t always as fit and healthy as he is now. But with JJ’s support, he began making critical changes, and within a few months, he was struggling to keep weight on! Listen to learn about the shifts that JJ and Tim made to get great results and how you can be a positive role model and help your partner achieve amazing health! Key takeaways: [1:40] Tim...
Aug 26, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 176
If you’re confused about carbs and ketogenic diets, you’re not alone! In this podcast, JJ Virgin answers all your questions about carbohydrates, including how to calculate how many carbs you should be eating, the benefits and risks of a low-carb ketogenic diet, and how to tell if a ketogenic diet is safe for you. Tune in to get answers to all your burning questions about carbs and begin your personal health discovery process to figure out the right amount for you! Key takeaways: [1:01] What are ...
Aug 23, 2017•19 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Listen as Dr. Jolene Brighten uncovers the reality behind birth control pills and how they have been affecting women’s bodies since the 1960s. From leaky gut to autoimmune disease and more, there are many ways that birth control pills wreak havoc on your body. Learn about Post-Birth Control Syndrome and all you need to know to recover from this common issue, plus get Dr. Brighten’s detoxifying diet for free! Key takeaway: [1:40] Briefing of Dr. Jolene Brighten’s career [4:15] How big of a proble...
Aug 16, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 174
Is coconut oil your friend or is it a foe? What about corn and canola oil? In this episode, JJ Virgin takes an in-depth look at dietary fats, debunking the claims made by the American Heart Association about coconut oil and telling you which oils you should choose to fight disease, lose weight, and have great energy. Achieve better health both inside and out by making a shift in the oils you’re using today! Key takeaways: [1:28] Make an oil change to reduce inflammation. [2:35] American Heart As...
Aug 09, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 173
Dr. Srini Pillay, author of Tinker Dabble Doodle Try: Unlock the Power of the Unfocused Mind, is a Harvard trained expert on brain function. In this interview, JJ & Dr. Pillay explore how we can practice being “unfocused” in order to focus more efficiently and achieve our goals! Contrary to many of our beliefs, seemingly lazy activities such as napping, doodling, and walking in no specific direction can actually help our brain be more creatively motivated when it’s time to turn the focus bac...
Aug 02, 2017•33 min•Season 1Ep. 172
In this week’s podcast, JJ explores the popular trend of fasting. She covers everything from the types and benefits of fasting, as well as differences between men and women, between sugar burning and fat burning, and the preparation pitfalls that could lead you to disaster. If you are struggling to reach your weight loss goals or have plateaued, some form of fasting might be just the breakthrough you’ve been looking for. JJ will help you “dial in the basics” so you can get started right away wit...
Jul 26, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 171
Dr. Edison De Mello is the founder of the Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine, and is a pioneer in the study of the microbiome and its relationship with physical and emotional well-being. This podcast will show you how to read the signs that your gut is giving you, then take proactive steps to balance your microbiome by leading a proper lifestyle; the keys are found in your diet, how you are handling stress, and your physical activity. Your entire body and mind will feel the difference of a h...
Jul 19, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 170
In this show JJ Virgin explores the debilitating effects of stress and how you can stop it from damaging your health. This podcast covers a wide array of stress related topics like blood sugar, serotonin, adrenal and thyroid hormones, cortisol, leaky gut and much more! She’ll also give you some simple, practical tools you can use to get fast results for lowering your stress and improve both mental and physical health. Sometimes we can’t change how difficult life can get, but we can use these tec...
Jul 12, 2017•32 min•Season 1Ep. 169
JJ interviews Tony Wrighton about simple, amazingly quick Neuro Hacks (NLP techniques) to reduce stress and put you in position to take better advantage of any situation. Whether it’s a job interview, traumatic memory, or getting to sleep quicker, Tony has a technique to shift you from stress and fear to a relaxed and confident mood. JJ & Tony explore tapping, The Rock Star Phobia Cure, The Betty Erickson technique, and more! Key Takeaways: [1:15] Tony Wrighton’s career briefing. [2:35] What...
Jul 09, 2017•33 min•Season 1Ep. 168
JJ explains some of the main reasons why we age faster, and gives simple no-nonsense actions you can take right away to start reversing the effects of time. She’ll show you how to rev up the de-aging effects of limiting sugars, managing your response to stress, burst-style exercise, and high quality sleep. You really can not only halt, but actually reverse some of your signs of aging! Key takeaways: [1:52] The most important thing to de-age is to limit your intake of sugar. [3:10] Is fructose th...
Jul 05, 2017•25 min•Season 1Ep. 167
JJ’s interview with Dr. Jennifer Stagg explores the answers to questions about how weight loss, exercise, diet, and even past generational trauma can be contained in your genetic profile. Genetic tests can give you insights into why some of your efforts have not been giving you the results you wanted. The tests go further and even prescribe the ideal diet and exercise plans that you’ve been looking for! Dr. Stagg breaks down the essence of genetics and epigenetics into easy to understand concept...
Jul 02, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 166
Why should you choose burst training over endurance training? JJ breaks down the difference between the two and gives her best burst training tips ( and science behind them). Burst training is not only easier and less time consuming, but is the better way to train your body to build sexy, lean muscle and burn more fat. You can do it anywhere and see results in the mirror fast. Message us on Facebook for a free worksheet to keep track of your progress and try it out today! Key takeaways: [1:09] M...
Jun 28, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 165
Dr Veronique Desaulniers shares with JJ her research and personal experiences since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Any cancer diagnosis can bring on a panic moment, with patients thinking they need to act fast and do everything they are told. In most cases, though, there is time to get your options and make smart decisions, including considering alternative treatments. Dr. Veronique demystifies common beliefs around our hormones and cancer, alerts us to check the high-risk-factor toxins aro...
Jun 25, 2017•25 min•Season 1Ep. 164
Feeling achy, moody, or depressed? Not recovering from your workout as fast as you used to? JJ dives deep into the subject of hormone imbalance - especially the sex hormones estrogen, progesterone & testosterone. Learn how to read the signs of both low and high imbalances. The importance of checking your thyroid and adrenals, watching your diet, insulin considerations, improving the quality of your sleep, and handling stress. There are smart, natural choices to help keep your hormones cyclin...
Jun 21, 2017•28 min•Season 1Ep. 163
JJ talks to Dr. Robyn Benson about Amplified Regenerative Therapy: an innovative treatment that is not only making patients look 20 (yes, twenty!) years younger, but also alleviating several health conditions. A major part of the process, PRP, uses your own blood to create your own medicine – and the results are immediate. Dr. Robyn covers the “O-Shot,” the “Vampire Facelift” and other procedures. Looking and feeling 20 years younger is possible! Key takeaways: [1:15] Dr. Robyn Benson’s career b...
Jun 18, 2017•29 min•Season 1Ep. 162
JJ Virgin shares the perfect strategies & hacks to get you back on track when life tries to derail you from pursuing your health goals. She gives specific advice for each of the most common situations, including: during and after being sick or injured; travel challenges; and (of course) those well-meaning family and friends. Check out JJ’s Mindset CPR and other strategies and you’ll always have an effective way to turn your situation around! Key Takeaways: [1:26] Why do we get off course? Ge...
Jun 14, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 161
Amanda Steinberg talks with JJ about how women have been shifting their role in society, but never actually been taught about finances. There are simply a lot of prejudgements about money; as a result, most women nowadays struggle with money. Amanda´s revolutionary approach helps women find their personal style, free themselves from guilt, and start focusing on strengths to fix their relationship with money. It is possible to be wealthy and healthy! Key takeaways [1:35] Amanda Steinberg´s career...
Jun 11, 2017•31 min•Season 1Ep. 160
JJ gives practical and easy fast action tips so you can start seeing results right away. This episode gives you the latest on meal timing, water, fiber, sleep, sweetener do’s and don’ts and insulin effects. Key takeaways [1.11] Simple, fast hacks to lose weight. [2:28] Close the kitchen after dinner. Eat breakfast at 7-8 am, lunch at 12pm, then the RIGHT kind of dinner around 6pm, then close the kitchen! [6:02] Drinking water between meals will help boost your metabolism and cut the cravings. [7...
Jun 07, 2017•25 min•Season 1Ep. 159
JJ talks with Danielle LaPorte about her book, White Hot Truth. Danielle shares simple affirmations about self-judgement, love, boundaries, and guilt. These affirmations lead us to become more compassionate and understanding with ourselves to become the healthiest and happiest you have ever been. You deserve it! Enjoy the show! Key takeaways: [1:40] Danielle La Porte career. [2:50] Health is a patchwork, with different areas that need to be addressed. [4:26] Stop self-criticism, be compassionate...
Jun 04, 2017•27 min•Season 1Ep. 158
JJ dives deep into the topic of carbs and sugars during this show, specifically in how many carbs we should eat. Unfortunately there is not a single answer to that question, since it depends on several aspects regarding individual health and lifestyle choices. JJ manages to break down what we need to do in 4 simple steps. Take action today, and experience the transformation! Key takeaways: [1:10] How many carbs or sugars you should eat? It depends! [2:10] All carbs will become sugar, some slower...
May 31, 2017•24 min•Season 1Ep. 157
Robb Wolf presents his latest book Wired to Eat, and discusses with JJ how his previous book about Paleo Diet has been taken wrongly in many aspects. Wolf emphasizes how we are all different, and how predictions about carb processing, insulin, or sugar levels cannot be done based on body weight. Robb Wolf explores different controversial topics during this show, like “low or high fat,” and fasting. Do not miss this very valuable information, and find out Robb´s special present for the audience. ...
May 28, 2017•30 min•Season 1Ep. 156
JJ gives all the take-into-fast-action tips to start every morning the right way, creating a fast metabolism that is trained to burn fat! Starting with mindset, following with your food choices and exercise. Age is not an excuse, you can get the results you were looking for to feel and look better! Key takeaways: [:55] What are you doing everyday that is helping to keep fat instead of burning it? [2:32] First thing in the morning is to write down three things you are grateful for. [3:08] Benefit...
May 24, 2017•22 min•Season 1Ep. 155
Amy Berger joins JJ in a very meaningful conversation about Diabetes and its relationship with Alzheimer’s disease. People tend to believe that Alzheimer's is a mystery and that there is little that can be done about it. The good news is that Amy Berger brings to us the ways to prevent it. You can´t miss this podcast — the health of your loved ones and yours will be greatly benefited by this information. We can stop the increasing rate of diseases caused by blood glucose and insulin! Key takeawa...
May 21, 2017•24 min•Season 1Ep. 154
Samantha Skelly has walked the path of the dieting obsession herself, and after several years of awareness and work, she discovered the truth behind achieving a better emotional and physical relationship with her body. Now with her book, “Hungry for Happiness,” and her program, she aims to help women that are ready to stop using food as a drug, and instead, use emotional pain to heal. You can put an end to your unhealthy relationship with food, gaining your self trust again; accepting and loving...
May 17, 2017•27 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Mike Mutzel as an expert in the Ketogenic diet; tells us everything about how is so effective, its origins, and especially in which cases it is the most advisable road to take. Ketosis is an alternative way of getting energy that is not from carbs; losing weight is only one of the various changes you will notice after entering ketosis. Ketogenic diet is even used for the treatment of epilepsies and certain types of cancer. You cannot miss this information! Especially a mind-blowing tip Mike give...
May 14, 2017•32 min•Season 1Ep. 152
JJ shares with the audience six factors to have under consideration while being over 40 and trying to get rid of fat. Your body is different at different ages, and your approach towards health needs to be different too. Cortisol levels, stress hormone, insulin resistance, digestion, metabolism, stress and sex hormones are some of the topics discussed in this succulent show. Find out why exercising more and eating less does not work out! Key Takeaways: [1:05] Exercising more and eating less does ...
May 10, 2017•23 min•Season 1Ep. 151
